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What you would be doing in this role:
Under the general supervision of the Manager, Gift Administration, the Gift Administrator provides gift administration, processing and posting of all types of philanthropic gifts to Cedars-Sinai. In addition, the Donor Services Associate is responsible in maintaining quality, accuracy and implementation of current and future Development Operations Business Rules.
- In coordination with other members of the gift administration team, timely and accurately enter all types of gifts, payments, and pledges and constituent data into the database. Make gift adjustments.
- Enter and update donor constituent information into Raiser’s Edge. Understand the business rules and policies/procedures pertaining to data and relationship management.
- Assess gift conditions and evaluate gift placement (i.e. fund/account) recommendations to accurately reflect donor intent for appropriate fund and account designation in accordance with institutional policies and procedures.
- Follow the daily gift administration process from “gift intake to finalization” (i.e. gift collection, gift review and categorization, tracking, batches, commitment, system scripts, receipting, etc.).
- Handle entry of complex and sensitive commitments (i.e. planned gifts, wires, pledges, etc.).
- Import files of gifts, pledges and payments into the database.
- Communicate with donors, as necessary, regarding inquiries/commitments and with a high level of customer service.
- Work efficiently and effectively autonomously within the team and as an individual.
- Complete standard receipts, acknowledgments and reminder processes, as needed or directed.
- Assist in the application of operational business rules and follow business processes to ensure quality (i.e. utilization of gift date, appeal, campaign, fund, etc.).
- Liaise with Advancement team members, CS partners regarding gift administration inquires.
- Timely filing and/or archiving of gift information and backup documentation.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
- A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
- Experience with Raiser's Edge highly preferred.
Skills Sought:
- Computer, data entry and/or accounting background.
- Basic financial knowledge including billing information.
- Knowledge of stocks and bond transaction procedures.
- Skills in working independently, be resourceful and capable of making decisions.
- Ability to handle a high volume of work while maintaining accuracy and adjusting to changing workload during peak periods.
- Ability to be flexible and cooperative in a collaborative, fast paced, donor-centered and dynamic environment.
- Excellent communication skills in handling external clients, Board members, and inquiries from the public.
- Experience with Raiser's Edge or other fundraising database system essential.
- Professional experience providing customer service and problem resolution.
- Computer proficiency using Microsoft Office products.
Why work here?
Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b) we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.
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Working Title : Gift Administrator
Department : CSMC 8630012 Adv Development Operations
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Fundraising / Development
Job Specialty : Fundraising
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $29.87 - $46.30
