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Position Title: Senior Development Coordinator
Location: Dallas
Country: United States
Deadline Date: No expiration date indicated for Vacancies, apply timely.

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The American Heart Association (AHA) is a leading organization in the field of cardiovascular health and wellness, established over a century ago. With a mission to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, the AHA operates in multiple countries and has a diverse workforce dedicated to Health Equity and community impact. The organization emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion in its culture, known as #TheAHALife, which reflects its commitment to work-life harmonization and guiding values. The AHA has numerous resources available for employee development and well-being, including Heart U, its corporate university.

Job Overview:
The Senior Development Coordinator position is a vital role within the American Heart Association's SouthWest region. This home-based position requires the candidate to be located within the states of Arkansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, or Wyoming. The role focuses on onboarding new employees, developing and leading team training sessions, and providing expert administrative support for events. The coordinator will work closely with various teams to ensure smooth operations and effective Event Management, which includes travel within the region for events, requiring some overnight stays and weekend work. The position is designed for individuals who are passionate about making a difference in health and wellness and are eager to contribute to the AHA's mission.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Senior Development Coordinator will have a comprehensive set of responsibilities, including: assisting with the onboarding process for new employees, which involves training and mentoring; acting as the Event Playbook Advocate and serving as a liaison between consultants and the team; creating and maintaining business process documentation; collaborating with supervisors to identify training gaps and lead team training sessions; serving as the team's event consultant and expert, attending events, and assisting with high-sensitivity projects; managing Data Entry across multiple systems such as Blackbaud Luminate, Greater Giving, and Microsoft Dynamics; working with the Communications team to create and update event and sponsor materials; coordinating the printing and mailing of materials; assisting directors and volunteers with event Logistics; managing check-in and checkout procedures at events, including training volunteers and processing financial transactions; assisting with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable tasks; maintaining event websites; and providing miscellaneous administrative support as needed.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED. They should have 3-5 years of prior administrative support experience in a related environment, with a broad knowledge and understanding of event management. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective verbal and non-verbal communication abilities. They must be capable of prioritizing tasks, developing solutions for effective decision-making, and working independently while managing multiple tasks simultaneously. Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook) is required. Additionally, candidates should be able to lift and/or move large objects and be willing to travel 8-10 times per year within the SW region, including some overnight stays and weekends.

Educational Background:
The position requires a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED. While further education is not explicitly stated, candidates with additional qualifications related to event management or administrative support may be preferred.

Experience:
The role requires 3-5 years of relevant experience in administrative support, particularly in environments related to event management. Candidates should have a proven track record of managing administrative tasks effectively and supporting event logistics.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential for communication and documentation purposes. Additional language skills may be considered an asset but are not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
This is a full-time position with a competitive pay range of $23.00 to $30.00, commensurate with experience. The American Heart Association offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, as well as a robust retirement program with employer matching. Employees are also entitled to Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at a minimum of 16 days per year, increasing with seniority, and 12 paid holidays annually. The organization supports professional development through tuition assistance and various employee resource groups. The AHA is committed to diversity and inclusion in its workforce and workplace culture.