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Utica, NY, USA | 17.00-20.00 per hour | FULL-TIME

Ready for a life-changing career where every day brings new possibilities? The Arc Oneida-Lewis, a pioneer in championing individuals with disabilities, invites you to step into the role of a Community Development Specialist!

Our Community Development Department is seeking to add an Community Development Specialist to their team! In this role you will provide administrative support in the Community Development department in conjunction with the department director and staff. Knowledgeable in computer applications, including Windows, Microsoft Office and Outlook. Performs data entry using Excel and Donor Perfect (fundraising software). Exhibits judgment in organization and prioritization of work load. Works independently, interacts with various publics and performs a variety of tasks related to special projects, public relations and communications.

Responsibilities:

+ Maintain financial records, mailing lists and other data using Excel and Donor Perfect. Enter donations and pledges in Donor Perfect as they are received. Send appropriate acknowledgements and receipts to donors. Produce daily deposits, weekly reports, month end reports, monthly invoices, year end reports, petty cash settlements and all event reports. Prepare standard vouchers as necessary. Manage Donor Perfect database and accurate data filtering for generating spreadsheets, reports and correspondence. Perform general maintenance on data base.

+ Maintain logs of daily mail, deposits, and work orders.

+ Provide support for Director when necessary, including writing press releases and newsletter articles.

+ Act as a field reporter/photographer when necessary.

+ Provide support and assist with administration of special events. Keep special event supplies and materials organized.

+ Communicate with board members, community volunteers, public officials and business leaders as required for The Arc and Friends of The Arc Foundation, in person, over the phone and/or in written communication.

+ Do bids, get quotes for special projects in department and for other departments, including, but not limited, to signage and printing.

Qualifications :

+ High School Diploma or GED and 3-5 years of experience in community development, administration, management, communications or business is preferred.

+ Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook)

+ Knowledge of Oneida and Lewis Counties, particularly communities in the Mohawk Valley area is desirable.

+ Ability to interact with various publics.

PAY & PERKS:

The pay range for this position is $17.00 to $20.000/hr. Y our journey toward making a difference begins here!

Additionally, we offer superb benefits and perks, including:

+ A comprehensive benefit package

+ Generous paid time off

+ Paid training

If you want a rewarding career with the ability to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities, apply today!

WHAT SETS US APART:

Founded in 1954, The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter is a premier human services agency in the healthcare field. Our agency was started by parents who envisioned a rich, full life for their children with disabilities, inclusive of their community. Many of those families still champion these efforts today. We employ 700 staff and support over 1,400 people throughout Oneida and Lewis Counties. We provide a full spectrum of educational, vocational, employment, residential, family support, guardianship, respite, recreational, and day habilitation for people with developmental disabilities and their families. We own and operate integrated businesses in our community, including our Progress Industries business enterprise, a leading supply chain partner for small and large companies regionally and nationally.

The Arc Oneida-Lewis, where making a meaningful impact is not just a job; it's a calling! As a premier provider of services, support, and advocacy for individuals with developmental, intellectual, or physical disabilities, we are dedicated to enriching lives and fostering inclusion. Our mission is clear: to provide a full spectrum of educational, vocational, employment, residential, family support, and a myriad of other services for people with developmental disabilities and their families.

Our employees thrive in an inclusive and positive work culture that values collaboration, empathy, and a commitment to making a difference. Joining our team means becoming part of a community that is not just about work but about building a supportive environment where everyone can flourish. More than a workplace-be part of a team dedicated to changing lives!

The Arc firmly believes in and subscribes to fair employment practices and opens its facilities to every qualified person. In all employment practices, and related decisions, we are committed to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military status, domestic violence victim status, non-job related conviction record, Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.