Location: Bellevue College
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Position Summary:
The Development Coordinator is responsible for managing and safeguarding all fundraising and donor data for theBellevue College Foundation and KBCS. This role oversees the accurate and timely entry of all donations, including cash, pledges, and in-kind contributions, into the CRM, ensuring proper coding, documentation, and daily, monthly, and periodic gift reconciliation. The coordinator maintains data quality and system integrity through ongoing auditing, data cleanup, imports, exports, and regular CRM maintenance, serving as the primary point of contact with database consultants for system support and improvements.
In addition, the position manages sponsorship invoicing and pledge reminders, ensures all gift documentation and development procedures are current and properly maintained, and supports accounting through reconciliation, audits, and tax-related documentation tied to CRM transactions. By ensuring data is consistently accurate, complete, and well-organized, the Development Coordinator enables staff to produce reliable reports, evaluate fundraising activity, and make informed strategic decisions.
Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule:
Position Salary Range: $59,795/year - $83,713/year
The salary information shown above is a general guideline only. The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Typically, new hires start no higher than $65,775/year based on Bellevue College Exempt salary schedule.
We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Generous benefits are offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.
The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This position may be eligible for overtime under the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Positions with salaries below the minimum hourly wage is eligible for overtime pay.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Associate degree in a related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.
• At least two (2) years of experience working with databases in gift processing, customer service, accounting, and/or bookkeeping.
• Moderate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word, and familiarity with current Windows operating systems.
• Knowledge of non-profit CRMs.
• Ability to work efficiently with digital documents, electronic workflows, spreadsheets, and donor records.
• Demonstrated effective organizational skills, including managing multiple tasks, deadlines, and documentation requirements.
• Proven ability to follow established procedures, workflows, and step-by-step instructions with accuracy.
• High attention to detail, with the ability to review and verify donor documentation, confirm donor intent, and ensure each gift record is complete prior to processing.
• Ability to track multi-step or delayed gifts (e.g., awaiting deposit, pending documentation) to completion without missing deadlines.
• Demonstrated follow-through skills in gathering missing information, resolving discrepancies, and coordinating with internal partners as needed.
• Ability to research donor intent, review supporting documents, and cross-reference historical records when required for proper gift allocation.
• Skill in identifying issues or inconsistencies and taking proactive steps to resolve them before finalizing tasks.
• Effective communication skills in both written and verbal form, including clarity, and timely responses.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with colleagues in other departments.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality with sensitive information.
• Understanding of and commitment to ethical fundraising standards and donor stewardship practices.
• Effective customer service skills.
• Ability to occasionally work mornings, evenings, or weekends to support departmental and special event needs.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree.
• Demonstrated understanding of, and alignment with, the value of higher education and the organization's mission, vision, and core values.
• Work experience in non-profit fundraising or development.
• Experience working with Black Baud Raiser's Edge/RE NXT.
• Experience entering and maintaining data in CRM systems, ensuring compliance with data hygiene and documentation standards.
Conditions of Employment:
Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.
Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:
Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under .
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Reference Check:
Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties.
Other Information:
• This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.
• This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.
How To Apply:
Applications received by 04/29/2026 will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled.
All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional documents will not be reviewed.) Please review before applying. Current Bellevue College employees should apply the position through Employee Self Service.
Required application materials:
• Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.)
• Attach a Resume
• Complete Job Questionnaires
Contact:
If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at jobs@bellevuecollege.edu
EEO Statement:
Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at . The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact hraccommodations@bellevuecollege.edu .