Receptionist and Development Assistant

Junior Achievement of Middle Tennessee; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement plan participation

Job summary

Junior Achievement of Middle Tennessee is seeking a friendly, organized Receptionist and Development Assistant to be the first point of contact for the office, blending front-desk service with behind-the-scenes data entry in a mission-driven setting.

This part-time, on-site role (about 29 hours per week) offers compensation in the $30,000–$35,000 range annually and potential benefits if the position progresses to full-time status.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework or office administration experience preferred.
• Prior experience in a receptionist, front-desk, customer service, or data entry role preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a professional, welcoming demeanor.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) or Google Workspace.
• Experience with a donor database or CRM system (e.g., Salesforce, DonorPerfect, Bloomerang, or similar) preferred; willingness to learn required.

Responsibilities

• Front Desk / Reception: Greet visitors, answer calls, manage messages, handle general email, maintain front office cleanliness, schedule meetings, assist with deliveries, and support office supplies.
• Data Entry / Administrative Support: Enter/update donor, volunteer, and program data in CRM, audit records, process donations, generate reports, mail merges, acknowledge donor letters, and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Microsoft Office

CRM experience

Data entry

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Receptionist / front desk experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college coursework / office administration experience

Tools

Salesforce

DonorPerfect

Bloomerang

Job description

About Junior Achievement of Middle Tennessee

Junior Achievement of Middle Tennessee (JA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring and preparing young people to succeed in a global economy through hands‑on programs in financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. We partner with schools, volunteers, and businesses across the region to bring these programs directly into classrooms and communities.

JA Middle Tennessee is seeking a friendly, organized, and detail-oriented Receptionist and Development Assistant to serve as the first point of contact for our office while supporting the accurate maintenance of donor, volunteer, and program data. This is a part-time, on‑site role (approximately 29 hours per week) ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of front‑desk customer service and behind‑the‑scenes administrative work in a mission‑driven environment.

Job Responsibilities

Front Desk / Reception

• Greet visitors, volunteers, donors, and staff warmly and professionally as the first face of the organization
• Answer, screen, and route incoming phone calls; take and relay accurate messages
• Manage general email and mail correspondence, distributing to appropriate staff
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming front office and reception area
• Assist with scheduling meetings, conference room bookings, and coordinating deliveries
• Support office supply inventory and reorder as needed
• Assist with event and program logistics as needed (volunteer check‑in, materials prep, etc.)

Data Entry / Administrative Support

• Accurately enter and update donor, volunteer, and program participant information in the organization’s donor database/CRM
• Maintain data integrity by regularly auditing records for accuracy and completeness
• Process and record incoming donations, pledges, and payments in a timely manner
• Generate basic reports and data exports to support development and program staff
• Assist with mail merges, acknowledgment letters, and donor correspondence
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive donor and student information
• Provide general administrative support to staff, including filing, copying, and document preparation
• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework or office administration experience preferred
• Prior experience in a receptionist, front-desk, customer service, or data entry role preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a professional, welcoming demeanor
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) or Google Workspace
• Experience with a donor database or CRM system (e.g., Salesforce, DonorPerfect, Bloomerang, or similar) preferred; willingness to learn required
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when handling data entry
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working on‑site in an office environment
• A positive attitude and genuine interest in supporting the mission of Junior Achievement

Additional Information

Compensation: Hourly, totaling $30,000–$35,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

This is a part-time position. Additional benefits — such as paid time off, health insurance, and retirement plan participation — become available should this role transition to full‑time status as a member of our team.

Junior Achievement of Middle Tennessee is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

Details

• Date Posted: September 10, 2026
• Type: Part-Time
• Service Area: Education
• Start Date: 10/01/2026
• Salary Range: 30,000-35,000
• Working Hours: 8:30 AM–2:30 PM or 9:00 AM–3:00 PM, Monday–Thursday