We believe success in the classroom is the foundation for success in life -- and that no child should go without the opportunity to reach their full potential.

The Learning Lamp works to provide children in the Allegheny Mountains region of Pennsylvania with access to high quality educational opportunities without a high price tag. We are a trusted organization that serves nearly 30,000 youth and adults from yearly from more than 50 school districts and nearly 70 private schools and community organizations across 19 Pennsylvania counties. Our mission is to engage all children in the support they need to succeed.

We are looking for a full-time Administrative Assistant who will work in a positive, mission-driven environment. This position reports to the Development Director and works collaboratively with other leaders in the organization and region to ensure strong donor and fundraising relations.

The Administrative Assistant plays a key role by providing administrative support to the Communications and Development Department, and participating in all fundraising activities including donor relations, marketing and communications, direct mail appeals, and special events. It is a critical function that is essential to meeting the mission of "engaging all children in the support they need to succeed."

What are the hours like?

This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week.

What do we offer?

A collaborative, supportive environment for your professional growth.

Training and Development opportunities, including access to a professional development platform where you choose your growth opportunities.

Paid Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

PTO (up to 18 days after 6 months of employment)

Health

Dental

Vision

Life

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Retirement savings (403(b))

529 Savings Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Substantial Childcare Discounts for most employees, including:

Infant/Toddler: $12 per day or less if eligible for Child Care Works (CCW)

Preschool - School Age: $9 per day

50% Off Before and After Care

50% Off Tutoring Services

Pay Range $12-14 per hour

What are the duties and responsibilities?

Assist the Director of Development and Director of Communications in the execution of all aspects of the company's fundraising program

Coordinate and implement the early learning program fundraisers (child care, preschool, BAS) -- approximately 5 per school year

Evaluate the effectiveness of existing early learning fundraisers -- provide data of fundraising results to the Director of Development

Seeks out and add prospective donors to donor database

Coordinates with the Director of Development on the communication with donors by sending thank you notes within 24 hours of receiving gifts/donations

Manages, coordinates and oversees all volunteer activity with board members, staff, EITC scholarship recipients and other individuals in fundraising activities and special events -- including tracking hours for EITC tuition assistance recipients

Assists Director of Development and Director of Communication with special events and fundraising activities such as the Children's Book Festival (used book drive campaign, bookmark contest, volunteer coordination and supervision)

Work to develop and expand The Learning Lamp's volunteer base

Assists Director of Development with securing sponsorships for special events

Oversee execution of Summer Performing Arts Camp

Build and maintain a relationship with Board members and donors

Represent agency at community events

Identify new donor leads monthly

Assist Human Resources Department with hiring and community events

Talk with new staff during their orientation to explain the Employee Giving Program and its benefits

What are the required qualifications?

Associate or Bachelor's degree in the area of business or nonprofit management, marketing or communications plus two years' experience in a related position preferred;

Computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel, and understanding of social media; and

Capacity for sitting, standing, walking, bending and stopping for long periods of time, as these happen throughout the eight-hour day.

Our opportunities are a great way to get a start in your career that offers a lot of room to grow within our organization. We need supportive and committed people to positively impact the next generation. Apply Today!

Note: The specific responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on the policies of regulations governing child care and education.

EOE

The Learning Lamp Inc.

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