<h5>Facility</h5>
<p>Phoenix Zoo</p>
<h5>Closing Date</h5><p>
[jobclosingdate]</p>
<h6>Description</h6>
The Phoenix Zoo is currently seeking a Development Administrator to provide administrative and research support to the Development department’s efforts relating to capital, individual and foundation giving with a large focus on fundraising projects such as the Capital Campaign.  This position maintains the department’s donor database, files, administers department revenue and expenses, conducts donor research and coordinates donor stewarding program. The Development Administrator will also seek and research grant opportunities, apply and write grants applications as needed and provide tracking and reporting system of grant monies received. 

The Phoenix Zoo was born of a spirit of community and the efforts of small group of dedicated volunteers, and carefully nurtured through the support of millions. We have enjoyed a truly remarkable first 50+ years.  Come be a part of our next 50 years and inspire millions more, connecting them with the natural world in new and fascinating ways.  A cultural destination and a conservation organization, the Phoenix Zoo is now home to more than 1,400 animals, including 30 species that are endangered or threatened. Development department team members have many unique opportunities to showcase what is special about the zoo, and they have a direct impact on the financial success of our zoo, an established non-profit organization. 


<h6>Education and Pre-requisites</h6>
Minimum requirements for this position include a college degree with two to three years of fundraising experience, experience in special event and budgeting/financial reporting, excellent computer skills including proficiency in all MS Office programs, strong communication skills and attention to detail, must be a self-starter, creative and a team player, and be able to work with minimal supervision. An ideal candidate will also have extensive experience with Raiser’s Edge and database management. All Phoenix Zoo employees are required to pass a pre-employment background check including a drug test, this position also requires a valid driver’s license and clear annual TB testing.
<h6>Compensation and benefits</h6>
This position has a starting hourly pay $14.30 - $16.09 DOE, and includes our full benefits package with medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off.

<h6>Application instructions</h6>

To view a more complete description and list of requirements and to apply for this position please visit the Phoenix Zoo job page at:
http://phoenixzoo.org/careers/?AppliTrackJobId=649&amp;AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&amp;AppliTrackViewPosting=1 

Resumés are not accepted for any Zoo position without an accompanying application. While postings may remain on outside sites for longer, once a job is removed from The Phoenix Zoo job page it is closed and we will no longer accept applications.  

The Phoenix Zoo is an EEOE/ADA employer.

