Washington, D.C.
Posted: 27-Apr-26
Location: Washington, D.C.
Type: Full Time
Required Education:
National Cathedral School seeks an enthusiastic professional who believes in the power of young women and is eager to advance that mission within our Development Office. Reporting to the Director of Development Operations, the Development Coordinator is an integral part of the Development program. The coordinator represents the Development Office as the first point of contact for general inquiries, ensures the timely processing of gifts and tax receipts, monitors data health, and provides event logistics support. This is a great opportunity for an early-career professional seeking exposure to all aspects of development and constituent engagement programs.
The ideal candidate:
- Demonstrates a connection to the NCS mission
- Possesses the ability to represent NCS and Development with a high degree of professionalism
- Possesses technological proficiency
- Consistently demonstrates superior organizational skills and attention to detail
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills and ability to handle challenging situations diplomatically and maintain collaborative working relationships
- Possesses the ability to maintain confidentiality, act with discretion, and maintain a high level of performance under pressure
- Possesses a Bachelor’s Degree or related work experience
Responsibilities include:
- Owns all activities related to the processing of gifts, including timely gift processing and tax receipting, dissemination of pledge reminders, and maintenance of outside accounts used for giving.
- Performs regular data entry and data auditing to ensure the ongoing integrity of our constituent and donor records.
- Provides the first response to Development inquiries, tracking items as appropriate. Provides triage for incoming Development team communication and, when possible, direct resolution, in cooperation with colleagues and appropriate program managers.
- Provides event support for Development and select school-wide events, including configuring event settings in the CRM, on-site logistics prep, assembling materials, and producing nametags.
- Reconciles monthly credit card charges with the Business Office.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary and Benefits:
The full-time budgeted salary for this position is $52,000. The exact salary is determined based on experience. Benefits available include medical, dental, life insurance, retirement plan with a school contribution, free parking or transit benefits, and lunch without charge, as well as support for professional development experiences. Additional stipends are available for coaching middle or upper school sports.
To apply:
Complete this online application. Be prepared to upload a cover letter, resume, and provide the names and contact information of three references. References will not be contacted before an interview and discussion with the applicant.
The National Cathedral School is grounded in the Episcopal promise to honor the dignity of every human being. We believe a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community fosters intellectual excellence and empathy needed to amplify the collective power of young women to enrich and improve a dynamic world. We therefore seek candidates who will embrace diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging to ensure a strongly connected and engaged community in and outside of the classroom.
