Job Description

The Development Coordinator is a key member of the Individual Giving team within the St. Joseph’s Health Foundation. This entry-level position supports the identification, cultivation, and stewardship of individual donors—particularly those within the grateful patient population—through proactive donor research, database management, and frontline fundraising support. A significant portion of the role involves working with daily patient screening data to identify and segment prospective donors, preparing weekly research briefs, and supporting outreach efforts by fundraisers. The Coordinator also assists with maintaining accurate donor records, creating mailing lists and reports, and helping plan and staff cultivation and stewardship events. Additional responsibilities include managing in-kind donations and third-party fundraising efforts. This position is ideal for someone early in their career who is passionate about healthcare, eager to learn, and interested in building a career in philanthropy and fundraising.

Degree or experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities typically acquired through completion of a Bachelor’s degree. Demonstrated interest in fundraising and philanthropy—especially in a healthcare or nonprofit setting. Strong organizational, analytical, and research skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Interest in learning and using donor management systems such as Raiser’s Edge and ResearchPoint (prior experience is a plus but not required). High level of attention to detail and accuracy, especially when handling data or producing research. Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and willingness to learn other software tools used in development work.

St. Joseph’s Health is recognized for the expertise and compassion of its highly skilled and responsive staff. The combined efforts of the organization’s outstanding physicians, superb nurses, and dedicated clinical and professional staff have made us one of the most highly respected healthcare organizations in the state, the largest employer in Passaic County, and one of the nation’s “100 Best Places to Work in Health Care”.

Benefits Eligibility (Full-time and Part-time Employees-over 20 hours a week)

• Competitive salary*
• Robust benefits with health, dental, Rx and vision plans
• 403b retirement plan options with company match**
• Health & Wellness*
• Non-Profit Health System – eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
• PTO, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• LTD : Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance Options
• Onsite Day care Program

*Available for Per Diem Employees and Part-time Employees working under 20 hours per week.

**403b Company Match not applicable for Per Diem Employees and Part-time Employees working under 20 hours per week.

Pay transparency St. Joseph’s Health provides a salary range to comply with New Jersey Law. The rate of pay for each position will be determined based on a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, etc.” The salary range does not include incentives, differential pay or other forms of compensation.