Advancement Assistant

About Golden PAWS

Golden PAWS Assistance Dogs, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting independence, confidence, and quality of life for combat-wounded veterans, first responders, and children with life-changing disabilities through partnerships with highly trained assistance dogs.

Position Overview

Golden PAWS is seeking an organized, enthusiastic, and relationship-focused Advancement Assistant to support our Development Department.

This position combines donor relationship building, fundraising support, grant administration, social media and communications, database management, and general departmental coordination. The ideal candidate is personable, detail-oriented, creative, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced nonprofit environment.

Key Responsibilities

Donor & Community Relations

• Build and maintain positive relationships with donors
• Assist with donor communications, acknowledgments, stewardship, cultivation, and follow-up.
• Help coordinate donor visits, meetings, tours, events, and other engagement opportunities.
• Represent Golden PAWS professionally and enthusiastically in the community.

Development & Grant Support

• Assist with fundraising campaigns, appeals, events, sponsorships, and development projects.
• Support the preparation, submission, tracking, and reporting of grant applications and other funding opportunities.
• Conduct research to identify prospective donors, foundations, corporate partners
• Assist with gathering stories, statistics, program information, and other materials needed for fundraising and grant proposals.

Social Media & Communications

• Assist with creating, scheduling, and managing content across Golden PAWS social media platforms.
• Help gather photos, videos, stories, and updates from throughout the organization.
• Assist with email communications, newsletters, campaigns, and other outreach materials.
• Monitor social media engagement and help maintain a positive, consistent Golden PAWS presence online.

Database & Administrative Support

• Maintain accurate donor and constituent records within the organization's CRM.
• Process gifts, pledges, acknowledgments, and related documentation.
• Assist with reports, mailings, record keeping, scheduling, and general departmental organization.
• Maintain confidentiality of donor and organizational information.
• Provide administrative and project support to the Development team and other departments as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in nonprofit, communications, administration, customer service, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with CRM/database systems and social media platforms preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to learn new systems, responsibilities, and skills.
• Ability to occasionally work evenings and weekends for events.
• Passion for the Golden PAWS mission and a genuine desire to make a difference.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who enjoys people, communication, creativity, and making connections. The right candidate will be comfortable building relationships with donors, creating engaging social media content, helping with fundraising and grants, organizing information, and jumping in wherever needed.

You don't have to know everything on day one. A positive attitude, initiative, willingness to learn, and passion for the mission are just as important as experience.

Benefits

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• End-of-Year Holiday Bonus
• Holiday Pay
• Birthday PTO
• Healthcare Allowance Available
• Discounts on Pet Supplies
• Opportunities for Professional Development and Growth

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining Golden PAWS as our Advancement Assistant, please submit your resume and a cover letter to [email protected].

Please include “Advancement Assistant” in the subject line of your email.

We look forward to learning more about you!

Please do not call regarding resume submissions or employment inquiries.

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person