Development Department Assistant

Job Title:

Development Department Assistant

Location:

Hebrew Academy | Huntington Beach, CA
Status:
Full-Time | In-Person

Position Overview:

Hebrew Academy is seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Development Department Assistant to support our fundraising, donor engagement, and general office operations. This is a highly collaborative role that blends administrative support, donor communication, event coordination, and front-desk hospitality. The ideal candidate is organized, personable, tech-savvy, and passionate about helping a mission-driven team thrive.

• Provide administrative support to the Development Department, including calendar management, meeting prep, and donor communications.

• Maintain accurate donor records and process gifts.

• Draft thank-you letters, pledge reminders, and fundraising reports.

• Coordinate logistics for donor events and internal meetings.

• Manage daily office operations: order supplies, welcome visitors, answer calls, and maintain a professional front desk.

• Support special projects, communications, and database updates across departments.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

• 1–3 years in nonprofit development, administrative support, or operations.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Proficiency in Google Suite; familiarity with CRM systems and Quick Books is a plus.

• Friendly, resourceful, and comfortable in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.

• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.

• Starting Salary: $53,000, depending on experience