Ashley Addiction Treatment · 3 hours ago
Development Operations Specialist
Harford County, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelAshley Addiction Treatment is a nonprofit organization focused on transforming lives through compassionate addiction treatment. The Development Operations Specialist will support the Development Team by coordinating events, managing donor engagement, and ensuring the effective execution of fundraising initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, and execute development events—including cultivation events, donor appreciation activities, fundraising events, and community engagement experiences—from concept to completion
Manage event logistics, timelines, vendor relationships, volunteer coordination, and post-event evaluation to ensure high-quality donor and guest experiences
Make decisions on cost of events within the budgets provided
Develop event briefs, run-of-show documents, and post-event stewardship plans
Collaborate with the Donor Relations Manager to create strategies for events, donor acquisition/retention, and donor cultivation
Develop and maintain a structured donor stewardship program, including stewardship calendars, acknowledgement processes, recognition touchpoints, and engagement pathways
Develop and help grow the monthly giving program through coordinated communications, retention activities, and data-informed insights
Identify and cultivate corporate funding opportunities, including sponsorships, employee giving campaigns, volunteer engagement partnerships, and workplace fundraising initiatives
Create and distribute donor-facing communications such as impact reports, newsletters, event invitations, and campaign messaging
Assist in the coordination and execution of fundraising campaigns, including direct mail, online giving, and peer-to-peer initiatives
Conduct prospect research to support the cultivation of new donors, ongoing stewardship of current donors, and advancement of corporate and foundation relationships
Provide administrative and strategic support for donor meetings, briefings, and internal planning sessions
Provide high-level administrative support to the Development team, including scheduling, meeting preparation, materials development, and departmental organization
Maintain filing and documentation systems to ensure compliance and easy reference for development operations
Oversee CRM data integrity and gift processing, coordinating with Finance to ensure accurate donor records, timely acknowledgements, reconciliation, and reliable reporting to support development planning and decision-making
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
Experience in development, event planning, fundraising, or nonprofit program coordination preferred
Strong project management and event coordination skills with the ability to independently manage timelines and competing priorities
Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and interpersonal—with the ability to represent the organization professionally to donors, partners, and stakeholders
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment, particularly in donor interactions, problem-solving, and event planning decisions
High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage confidential information
Familiarity with CRM systems (preferably Blackbaud) and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of fundraising principles, stewardship practices, and donor engagement strategies
Self-motivated, creative, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
Benefits
PTO: Generous PTO policy.
Paid Holidays: Up to seven annually, based on hire date.
Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance: Starting the first of the month after hire.
Generous HRA contribution with medical plan enrollment.
401(k) with Company Match: $1-for-$1 match up to 6%.
FSA Eligibility for pre-tax savings.
Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short & Long-Term Disability.
Buy-Up Life Insurance with spouse/child coverage options.
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually after one year.
Wellness Perks: On-site gym, tranquil 1-mile walking loop, and discounts on Massage & Acupuncture services.
Perks & Discounts: Movie tickets, theme parks, events, online shopping, and more via Life Mart.
Spiritual & Emotional Wellbeing: Daily non-denominational services and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Community: Employee events, inclusive culture, and 147 acres of peaceful waterfront property.
Company
Ashley Addiction Treatment
Ashley Addiction Treatment is a nationally recognized leader in the integrated, evidence-based treatment of substance-use disorders.
Founded in 1983
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Alex Denstman
Co-CEO/President
Greg Hobelmann
Co-CEO/President
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