The Lab School of Washington
Database Manager Qualifications
The Lab School of Washington’s Office of Institutional Advancement (IA) seeks an experienced professional who has a mastery of Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge, paired with development experience in prospect research. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced work environment, has independent school experience, and is a team player. The position requires the ability to take initiative, work independently as well as collaboratively, organize and prioritize to meet deadlines, and multi‑task on a regular basis. The candidate must maintain confidentiality and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Database Management and Reporting
Enter all new constituent data respectively, in a timely manner
Ensure the accuracy of all constituent records in Raisers Edge, including the management of the relationships between constituents, actions, notes, appeals, education & business information and entry of information regarding constituent involvement in School activities
Provide accurate constituent reports as needed to IA staff, Head of School, trustees, etc. including profiles of new parents, giving updates and analysis
Create and run giving reports monthly for internal and external use and analysis
Research and find missing constituent information, and update records accordingly
Export and review all lists associated with the Annual Report, ensuring data accuracy and accounting for donor sensitivities such as anonymous giving
Capture solicitor information and related prospects; run solicitor reports regularly
Support constituent mailings for publications, solicitations, invitations, information dissemination etc. including generating and preparing segmented constituent and mailing lists
Make inputs into other reports, as assigned, including the annual NAIS DASL Advancement Section report and reports required for Form 990 and the annual audit
Process returned mail and email messages; update database records accordingly
Audit Raiser’s Edge quarterly for data entry consistency; and clean‑up/update records, as required
Gift Processing
Record all gifts received (checks, credit cards, stock transfers, DAFs, employee payroll deductions etc.) and generate prompt acknowledgment letters to donors; maintain copies of all gifts received
Follow up with donors who provide incomplete data for donation processing
Prepare checks for deposit, delivery to the Business Office, and work with the Business Office on quarterly and year‑end gift reconciliation and related reports
Generate reports for the annual audit, as needed
Process pledge reminders to donors on an established schedule
Donor and Prospect Research
Proactively research all new parents and continually provide refreshed research on priority constituents, utilizing paid and free, online and offline donor research resources, such as Research Point and iWave, to support fundraising efforts
Provide research to support Moves Management strategies for frontline fundraisers
Special Events/Programs
Support the planning and execution of Lab events, including those related to The Lab School Fund, Gala, alumni relations and capital campaign
General Advancement Activities
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending relevant workshops, review of professional publications, and establish personal networks – all seeking to keep the Manager up to date on industry standards.
Provide support for all appeal mailings
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree plus 8+ years of experience in database management, preferably at an independent school
Highly organized with superior attention to detail
Demonstrated mastery of Raiser’s Edge
Experience with prospect research tools such as iWave or Research Point
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High energy, flexible, hardworking self‑starter, who excels at multi‑tasking
Is comfortable taking Initiative and has the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Appreciation of the Lab School’s mission
Benefits This position offers a competitive salary and benefits. The salary range is $70,000-$80,000.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed Lab School employment application to this web address.
The Lab School of Washington is an inclusive and welcoming school that celebrates diversity, including race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other status protected by applicable law.
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Database Management and Reporting
Enter all new constituent data respectively, in a timely manner
Ensure the accuracy of all constituent records in Raisers Edge, including the management of the relationships between constituents, actions, notes, appeals, education & business information and entry of information regarding constituent involvement in School activities
Provide accurate constituent reports as needed to IA staff, Head of School, trustees, etc. including profiles of new parents, giving updates and analysis
Create and run giving reports monthly for internal and external use and analysis
Research and find missing constituent information, and update records accordingly
Export and review all lists associated with the Annual Report, ensuring data accuracy and accounting for donor sensitivities such as anonymous giving
Capture solicitor information and related prospects; run solicitor reports regularly
Support constituent mailings for publications, solicitations, invitations, information dissemination etc. including generating and preparing segmented constituent and mailing lists
Make inputs into other reports, as assigned, including the annual NAIS DASL Advancement Section report and reports required for Form 990 and the annual audit
Process returned mail and email messages; update database records accordingly
Audit Raiser’s Edge quarterly for data entry consistency; and clean‑up/update records, as required
Gift Processing
Record all gifts received (checks, credit cards, stock transfers, DAFs, employee payroll deductions etc.) and generate prompt acknowledgment letters to donors; maintain copies of all gifts received
Follow up with donors who provide incomplete data for donation processing
Prepare checks for deposit, delivery to the Business Office, and work with the Business Office on quarterly and year‑end gift reconciliation and related reports
Generate reports for the annual audit, as needed
Process pledge reminders to donors on an established schedule
Donor and Prospect Research
Proactively research all new parents and continually provide refreshed research on priority constituents, utilizing paid and free, online and offline donor research resources, such as Research Point and iWave, to support fundraising efforts
Provide research to support Moves Management strategies for frontline fundraisers
Special Events/Programs
Support the planning and execution of Lab events, including those related to The Lab School Fund, Gala, alumni relations and capital campaign
General Advancement Activities
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending relevant workshops, review of professional publications, and establish personal networks – all seeking to keep the Manager up to date on industry standards.
Provide support for all appeal mailings
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree plus 8+ years of experience in database management, preferably at an independent school
Highly organized with superior attention to detail
Demonstrated mastery of Raiser’s Edge
Experience with prospect research tools such as iWave or Research Point
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High energy, flexible, hardworking self‑starter, who excels at multi‑tasking
Is comfortable taking Initiative and has the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Appreciation of the Lab School’s mission
Benefits This position offers a competitive salary and benefits. The salary range is $70,000-$80,000.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed Lab School employment application to this web address.
The Lab School of Washington is an inclusive and welcoming school that celebrates diversity, including race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other status protected by applicable law.
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