Job Description
Development Coordinator
Organization: Literacy Council of Frederick County
Location: Frederick, MD
Hours: Part-Time (20–32 hours/week), non-exempt position, flexible schedule, some remote hours
Reports to: Executive Director
Wage Range/Benefits: $25-28/hour, Simple IRA with up to 3% employer match, paid parking
Position Summary
The Literacy Council of Frederick County seeks a mission-driven, detail-oriented Part-Time Development Coordinator to support fundraising, donor engagement, and community partnerships. This role is essential to advancing our mission of empowering adults through literacy and workforce development by strengthening the organization’s funding base and community presence.
The ideal candidate is an organized relationship-builder who is passionate about education, equity, and community impact, and who thrives in a collaborative nonprofit environment.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising & Development Support
- Assist in the execution of the organization’s annual fundraising plan
- Support donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts
- Research and identify prospective donors, sponsors, and partners
- Assist in grant prospecting, proposal preparation, and reporting
Donor Relations & Database Management
- Maintain accurate donor records in the CRM system
- Process donations and generate timely acknowledgments
- Track donor engagement and giving trends
- Support donor communications, including newsletters and impact updates
Events & Campaigns
- Coordinate logistics for fundraising events, campaigns, and community outreach activities
- Support event planning, sponsorship outreach, and follow-up
- Assist in managing peer-to-peer and annual giving campaigns
Communications & Outreach
- Collaborate on development-related communications (email, social media, print materials)
- Help tell the story of the Literacy Council’s impact through donor-focused messaging
- Represent the organization at community events and networking opportunities as needed
Administrative Support
- Provide general administrative support to the development function
- Track fundraising metrics and assist with reporting for leadership and board
- Additional organizational support as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in development, nonprofit management, communications, marketing, or related field
- 1–3 years of experience in fundraising, development, or nonprofit support preferred
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with donor databases/CRM systems (e.g., Bloomerang, Salesforce, or similar) preferred
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines independently
- Passion for adult education, literacy, and community impact
How to Apply
Submit a resume and brief cover letter to staff@frederickliteracy.org outlining your interest in the role and commitment to the mission of the Literacy Council of Frederick County.
About the Literacy Council of Frederick County
The Literacy Council of Frederick County provides adult learners with the reading, writing, English language, digital literacy, and workforce development skills needed to achieve their personal, professional, and academic goals. Through community partnerships and learner-centered programs, we are building a stronger, more inclusive Frederick County.
The Literacy Council of Frederick County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.