Development Assistant, Annual Giving

Position: Development Assistant, Annual Giving (Variable, up to 29 hours per week, October 13, 2026 to April 30, 2027)
WORK SCHEDULE:

Varied Monday through Friday

POSITION LOCATION:

Hybrid - will require days onsite and allow teleworkPAY RATE: $13.40/hour BENEFITS:
Flexible work schedule; 403(b) Retirement Plan;
Complimentary tickets to select performances;
Discounts at Concessions and the Gift Shop.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Supports the membership team in completing administrative tasks and providing excellent customer service to donors.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Enter confidential membership data into The Raiser’s Edge, the department’s donor tracking software.

Provide excellent customer service over the phone and email to Wolf Trap Foundation members in response to questions about membership and benefits.

Help coordinate mailings including donor acknowledgements and benefit materials.

Assist with general administrative duties for membership as needed, including general phone support, proof reading, photocopying, faxing, filing, and assembling materials.

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate’s degree or equivalent, transferrable work experience1-2 years’ experience as a seasoned assistant, Board relations or non-profit organization experience preferred REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Excellent phone/interpersonal skills

Highly organized; strong attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of The Raiser’s Edge preferred but not necessary

Sensitivity and commitment to the mission of Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 80% of the time Regularly operates a computer and other office equipment (i.e., calculator, copier, printer, etc.)Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, bend and reach with arms

Lift/move up to 15 pounds infrequently

We’re pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation.

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives. We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact hr.

An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.