Development Coordinator Donor Relations

Harris County Texas

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Campaigns, Child Protection/Welfare, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Data Entry, Data Quality, Database Administration, Donor Development, Donor Relations, Employee Assistance Plan, Employee Benefits, Event Management, Flexible Spending Accounts, Funding, Fundraising, Health Plan, Healthcare, Insurance, Life Insurance, Marketing, Metrics, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Proposal Writing, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Regulations, Sales, Social Media, Stewardship, Strategic Analysis, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
11 days ago

Development Coordinator Donor Relations

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Houston, TX

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

16760

Department

Childrens Assessment Center

Opening Date

05/28/2026

Closing Date

7/1/2026 11:40 PM Central

Max Number of Applicants

350

  • Description
  • Benefits
  • Questions

Position Description

We seek a passionate, innovative Donor Relations Coordinator responsible for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors to achieve The CAC fundraising goals. The primary objective of the Donor Relations Coordinator is to develop long-term relationships with mid to major corporate, foundation, and individual donors by matching their passions with The CAC's program and operating needs. This position reports to the Development Manager and is part of a team responsible for increasing resources needed to support The CAC's mission to protect children, heal families, and prevent child sexual abuse.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Discover donors giving objectives and passions to identify opportunities that align with The CACs goals (e.g., annual giving, events, grants, campaigns).

  • Write donor solicitation proposals (e.g., general operating, program operating, project funds).

  • Participate in events (e.g., fundraising, volunteer, third party, networking, tours) to cultivate current donors and new relationships.

  • Create year-round engagement strategies to retain and upgrade donors, reach new prospects, and increase awareness about our mission.

  • Oversee implementation of the stewardship initiatives and recognition for donors.

  • Work in coordination with the Database Specialist to create a prospect pipeline and analyze donor metrics for strategic planning.

  • Support implementation of communications strategy, primarily through email and social media platforms, in coordination with the Communications and Outreach Coordinator.

  • Ensure accuracy and timeliness of data input for assigned relationships in our donor database.

  • Maintain a current understanding of The CACs initiatives, programs, and goals to communicate effectively with donors.

  • Develop and maintain strong collaborative working relationships with other team members.

  • Other duties as assigned

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net

Requirements

Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university

Experience:

  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience in either fundraising, marketing, sales, public relations, communications, or event planning.

  • Proficient in social media platforms, including developing, maintaining and marketing through those information channels.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • The ability to convey a high degree of commitment and passion for mission of The CAC.

  • The ability to manage multiple priorities and take initiative with minimal supervision.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills that are effective with a diverse range of audiences including board members, volunteers, internal staff, donors, executives, potential funding partners and all constituencies.

  • Strong computer skills and ability to become proficient in relevant software.

  • Proficiency with core social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn in a workplace setting.

  • Functional knowledge of local employers, education institutions, governmental agencies and nonprofits specifically those located within Harris County.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in Communications or Marketing from an accredited college or university

General Information

Position Type and Hours:

  • Full Time | Monday - Friday

  • 40 hours per week

Additional Information:

  • Criminal and CPS background check required prior to hiring and E-Verify upon hiring.

  • Upon receiving a conditional Offer of Employment, all applicants are screened for the presence of illegal drugs.

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.

The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:

Health & Wellness Benefits

  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Wellness Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
  • Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
  • One (1) floating holiday per year
  • Paid Parental Leave*
  • Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

  • Professional learning & development opportunities
  • Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
  • Flexible work schedule*
  • METRO RideSponsor Program*
  • Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the Countys behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:

www.benefitsathctx.com

01

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position? Qualifying information must be documented in the Education section of your application.

  • High School or GED diploma
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree or higher
  • None of the above

02

If you selected a college degree in response to the previous question, which of the following best describes your major?

  • Communications
  • Marketing
  • Other Related Field
  • Unrelated Field
  • N/A; No Degree

03

Please describe your educational background including level of education completed, area of study and completed major and minor programs.

04

Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience in either fundraising, marketing, sales, public relations, communications, or event planning? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history)

  • Less than one (1) year
  • One (1) year but less than two (2) years
  • Two (2) years but less than three (3) years
  • Three (3) years or more
  • I do not have this experience

05

Please provide details about your verifiable experience in either fundraising, marketing, sales, public relations, communications, or event planning. Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history) Please include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilities If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.

06

Do you have experience and proficiency in social media platforms, including developing, maintaining, and marketing through those information channels?

  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Employer Harris County

Address 1111 Fannin St

Ste. 600

Houston, Texas, 77002

Phone 713-274-5445

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx

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