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GCI is now hiring!
Please see the job description below and send the appropriate materials to info@glencanyon.org for consideration.
Position Description:
Glen Canyon Institute (GCI) is seeking a Development Coordinator to join our team in Salt Lake City, Utah. We are looking for a self-driven individual to grow with our organization and develop a multitude of skills in a dynamic work environment.
GCI’s Development Coordinator is a multifaceted role with the specific functions of:
- Helping organize and run successful donation and development campaigns.
- Maintaining day-to-day office operations, bookkeeping, and providing administrative support to the staff and board.
- Working with a small team of staff on field, outreach, and policy campaigns.
The ideal candidate will be energetic, flexible, detail-oriented, and looking to expand their skills at a unique environmental non-profit organization. This position will be open until filled, but we will begin interviewing potential candidates on February 17th, 2025.
About GCI and the candidate:
Founded in 1996, Glen Canyon Institute is a science-based advocacy organization with a mission to restore Glen Canyon and a free-flowing Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. Our reach has grown immensely in recent years with attention from national and international news outlets, changing the narrative of Colorado River management—we are looking for someone to help us further expand our impact.
Apply to this position if you are passionate about the environment, enjoy a flexible balance of different tasks, and have a deep understanding or willingness to learn about Glen Canyon and the Colorado River. Ideally, you will have worked or interned at an environmental non-profit in the past, but similar experience may also qualify.
This job description indicates the general nature of work within this role, but is not necessarily a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities. This position will be an opportunity to develop your skills in the environmental nonprofit space, with lots of opportunities for growth, self directed work, and the ability to build new programs to optimize our systems. Perks include travel to the Colorado River and its tributaries, professional development opportunities, and healthcare and retirement benefits.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, on the phone, and in writing.
- Excellent data entry and typing skills.
- Proficiency or willingness to learn our membership database software Little Green Light.
- Proficiency or willingness to learn Microsoft and Google Suites.
- Proficiency or willingness to learn Adobe and QuickBooks software.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- The ability to keep on top of timely, seasonal tasks. Examples include, but are not limited to: ordering print supplies, updating bookstore supplies, and maintaining our grant calendar.
- Able to take initiative and follow up as an independent and resourceful worker.
- Experience with nonprofit office administration is a plus.
- Knowledge of environmental and western water issues is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus one year directly related experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
Scope of Responsibilities:
Membership and Development
- Work with the Executive Director and Outreach Manager to craft membership renewals and appeal campaigns.
- Work with staff in tracking and applying for grants.
- Track all individual member contributions and update our database regularly.
- Send out acknowledgements for all donations weekly.
- Schedule and complete mailings, newsletters, action alerts, and other outreach materials.
Financial Management
- Perform all bookkeeping functions including: paying bills, entering financial transactions, categorizing expenses, working with our bookkeeper, keeping financial records up-to-date.
- Input contributions, organize them in QuickBooks, and make bank deposits.
- Update quarterly financial reports, forecasts, and summaries for board and staff.
- Coordinate yearly filing requirements associated with taxes, insurance, and audits.
Office Management
- Perform general office functions: answer calls, check and respond to messages, make copies, distribute mail, stock supply closet, and answer general mail and email inquiries.
- Assist staff with correspondence, filing, and scheduling, including screening, organizing, and prioritizing incoming emails and phone calls.
- Assist the Outreach Manager and Web Developer on keeping our website up to date.
- Assist with event/meeting planning and logistics.
- Purchase and maintain general office supplies.
- Manage member requests for information or assistance.
- Manage bookstore inventory, orders, and deliveries.
Program and Campaign Assistance
- Assist with program activities, including monthly e-newsletter, events, and tabling.
- Assist with general administrative aspects of all programs, including answering information requests by phone, mail, and social media.
- Coordinate and organize GCI graphics, slides, and photographs for publications.
- Assist with design and layout of program publications as needed.
Compensation:
$38,000-$42,000 per year, depending on experience. Includes health care stipend and 3% retirement match.
To Apply:
Please send a cover letter (of no more than 2 pages), resume, and brief writing sample to: info@glencanyon.org with the subject line: “Development Coordinator Job Search”