Development Specialist

Boys & Girls Club of La Plata County’s Mission

To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

The Development Specialist is a part‑time, non‑exempt position that offers hands‑on experience in nonprofit fundraising, communications, and community engagement. Through this role, the employee will build practical skills in relationship‑based fundraising, donor stewardship, and event coordination while gaining insight into how nonprofit organizations grow and sustain community support. This position provides opportunities to develop strengths in professional communication, digital marketing, and storytelling across platforms such as social media, email, and web content.

The employee will also strengthen organizational and project management abilities by contributing to multiple development and marketing initiatives within a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.

• Assist with recording and tracking donations accurately in donor databases and internal systems.
• Support donor stewardship efforts, including preparing acknowledgment letters, thank‑you emails, and recognition materials.
• Assist with donor recognition activities, including newsletters and social media acknowledgments, as assigned.
• Provide administrative support for fundraising and special events, including guest lists, registrations, materials preparation, and day‑of support.
• Help maintain organized donor records and assist with basic reporting as needed.
• Support outreach efforts that strengthen relationships with donors, sponsors, and community partners.

• Assist with website updates and content maintenance.
• Create and schedule social media content, including gathering photos, writing captions, and promoting programs and events.
• Develop marketing materials such as flyers, invitations, event promotions, and donor recognition pieces.
• Gather stories, testimonials, and photos from youth, families, staff, and donors to support marketing and fundraising efforts.
• Help maintain a positive public image and build community awareness of Club programs and impact.

• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development activities.
• Engage in ongoing communication with administrative and development staff.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned to support overall Club operations.

• High School diploma or GED required;
  Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience preferred.
• Experience working with children and families preferred.
• Knowledge of youth development principles.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort using computer systems including Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), and design tools including Canva.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work with limited supervision.
• Ability to interact professionally with youth, families, donors, volunteers, and community partners.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• CPR and First Aid certification required (or ability to obtain).
• Valid driver’s license as required for job duties.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Work is performed in Club facilities, offices, schools, and community locations.
• Ability to work in fast‑paced, sometimes noisy environments.
• Schedule may include occasional evenings or weekends for events or programs.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, and move for extended periods; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ocasional travel required – able to travel by car and by air; able to navigate areas of the state by using a map or other directions.
• Pre‑employment background check and random drug testing required.
• The model employee will thrive in a fast‑paced environment that features constant change, flexibility, and a need to be innovative and creative.

The physical requirements…