Development Coordinator, YSPH

New Haven, CT, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $31.83

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

background check support

Job Description

Yale University, established in New Haven, Connecticut, is a prestigious Ivy League institution renowned for its commitment to education, research, and community service. Yale's School of Public Health is a key component of the university, dedicated to advancing health equity, public health science, and innovative policy initiatives that improve public health outcomes at the local, national, and global levels. Yale offers a highly supportive and dynamic work environment where employees contribute significantly to the betterment of society through academic excellence and public service. As part of its commitment to inclusivity and community engagement, Yale actively opens its employment opportunities to current New Haven residents, candidates from the New Haven Hiring Initiative, and individuals keen on joining its diverse workforce. The university prides itself on providing a respectful and collaborative workplace culture, supporting a broad range of career and professional development opportunities for its staff and faculty.

The Development Coordinator position within the Office of Development & Alumni Affairs at Yale School of Public Health plays a crucial role in advancing the school's fundraising efforts and alumni engagement initiatives. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Development, the coordinated role is focused on providing comprehensive administrative and operational support that drives strategic initiatives. The primary responsibilities of this role include managing donor data, coordinating the receipt and accurate processing of gifts, booking pledges, and handling the setup of new gift accounts in alignment with formalized donor agreements. The Development Coordinator maintains ongoing communication with the business office and gift services to ensure funds are properly classified, accounted for, and monitored in support of budget planning and gift stewardship efforts.

The Development Coordinator also plays an active role in supporting event coordination for development and alumni outreach activities, collaborating with internal teams to enhance engagement opportunities and tracking participation metrics. This position requires proficiency in managing detailed donor and fundraising information, generating reports for senior leadership, and driving continuous improvement in data entry and collection processes using systems like Hopper. The Development Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the preparation of presentations, meeting agendas, and documentation for Yale School of Public Health's Leadership Council, directly supporting the school's advisory board activities.

Yale University provides a full-time, hybrid work model for this position, offering a competitive hourly wage of $31.83. The role requires candidates to have considerable experience combined with relevant educational qualifications, with a strong emphasis on organizational skills, communication abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. The university also requires successful completion of pre-employment screenings, including background checks, to uphold the highest standards of workplace integrity and safety. Working at Yale means becoming an integral part of an institution that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, making meaningful contributions to public health and academic excellence while thriving in a challenging yet supportive professional environment.

Job Requirements

Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level and a high school level education
or four years of related work experience and an Associate degree
or little or no work experience and a Bachelor degree in a related field
or an equivalent combination of experience and education
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail
Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism

Job Qualifications

Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level and a high school level education
Four years of related work experience and an Associate degree
Little or no work experience and a Bachelor degree in a related field
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite
Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism

Job Duties

Receive checks mailed to the YSPH Development office and complete required paperwork for Gift and Records Services to deposit money into correct accounts
Book pledges and manage the setup of a new gift account designations and fund setup in accordance with formalized gift agreements dictating donor terms of payment
Work with the YSPH Business Office to secure new fund Charts of Accounts and communicate details of funds available to internal parties
Deliver quarterly reports on new funds established and evaluate open pledge balances for annual budget planning
Monitor all incoming gifts from donors and communicate with Gift and Records Services regarding incoming cash wires, ACH transfers, etc.
Maintain up-to-date records of changing details or reporting requirements for each fund
Assist in planning and execution of development and alumni events and track event participation