Job Description

Align yourself with an organization that has a reputation for excellence! Cedars-Sinai was awarded the National Research Corporation’s Consumer Choice Award 19 years in a row for providing the highest-quality medical care in Los Angeles. We also were awarded the Advisory Board Company’s Workplace of the Year. We provide an outstanding benefit package that includes healthcare, paid vacation, and a 403(b). Join us! Discover why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals. 

What you would be doing in this role:

Under the general supervision of the Manager, Gift Administration, the Donor Services Associate, Gift Administration, provides gift administration, processing and posting of all types of philanthropic gifts to Cedars-Sinai. In addition, the Donor Services Associate is responsible in maintaining quality, accuracy and implementation of current and future Development Operations Business Rules. 

In coordination with other members of the gift administration team, timely and accurately enter all types of gifts, payments, and pledges and constituent data into the database. Make gift adjustments.Enter and update donor constituent information into Raiser’s Edge. Understand the business rules and policies/procedures pertaining to data and relationship management.Assess gift conditions and evaluate gift placement (i.e. fund/account) recommendations to accurately reflect donor intent for appropriate fund and account designation in accordance with institutional policies and procedures.Follow the daily gift administration process from “gift intake to finalization” (i.e. gift collection, gift review and categorization, tracking, batches, commitment, system scripts, receipting, etc.).Handle entry of complex and sensitive commitments (i.e. planned gifts, wires, pledges, etc.).Import files of gifts, pledges and payments into the database.Communicate with donors, as necessary, regarding inquiries/commitments and with a high level of customer service.Work efficiently and effectively autonomously within the team and as an individual.Complete standard receipts, acknowledgments and reminder processes, as needed or directed.Assist in the application of operational business rules and follow business processes to ensure quality (i.e. utilization of gift date, appeal, campaign, fund, etc.).Liaise with Advancement team members, CS partners regarding gift administration inquires.Timely filing and/or archiving of gift information and backup documentation.

Qualifications

Requirements:

High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree preferred.A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience preferred.Experience with Raiser's Edge highly preferred.

Skills Sought:

Computer, data entry and/or accounting background.Basic financial knowledge including billing information.Knowledge of stocks and bond transaction procedures.Skills in working independently, be resourceful and capable of making decisions.Ability to handle a high volume of work while maintaining accuracy and adjusting to changing workload during peak periods.Ability to be flexible and cooperative in a collaborative, fast paced, donor-centered and dynamic environment.Excellent communication skills in handling external clients, Board members, and inquiries from the public.Experience with Raiser's Edge or other fundraising database system essential.Professional experience providing customer service and problem resolution.Computer proficiency using Microsoft Office products.

Why work here?

Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b) we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation. 

Req ID : 10838
Working Title : Gift Administrator
Department : Adv Development Operations
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Fundraising / Development
Job Specialty : Fundraising
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $29.87 - $46.30