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Positions Available
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Advancement Officer, Northwest Region (AK, WA, OR, ID, MT)
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Advancement Officer, S. Atlantic Region (NC, SC, E. VA)
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Associate Editor, AMERICAN HUNTER
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Cashier
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Console Operator
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Database Analyst Manager (Raiser's Edge)
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Field Representative - Area 32 (UT, Eastern NV, S. ID)
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Legislative Aide - State & Local
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Marketing Coordinator, Recruiting Programs
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Marketing Representative - Membership
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Membership Specialist
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Online Content Manager
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Range Manager
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Staff Instructor
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Advancement Officer, Northwest Region (AK, WA, OR, ID, MT)
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Description:
SUMMARY: Build positive relationships with major and planned gift prospects and donors in an assigned region for the benefit of the National Rifle Association. Develop strategies and execute plans to successfully identify, cultivate, solicit and steward major and planned gifts from individuals and their associated corporations and family foundations. Participate as a member of the Advancement team to build the Advancement program according to individual talents and skills as needed by the NRA. Conduct additional administrative responsibilities as related to Strategic Giving as required by Director.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
1. Build positive relationships with major and planned gift prospects and donors in an assigned multi-state region of the United States for the benefit of the National Rifle Association.
2. Manage a portfolio of up to 175 prospects and/or donors to include the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major and planned gifts reflecting the needs of the NRA and the interests of the individual donor. Manage prospect movement by developing and maintaining a “Hot 100” list of prospects (to be cultivated and solicited during the year), and normally “Top 10” list of prospects to make a “significant moves” (see page 4) on within 30 days.
3. Identify major and planned gift prospects through NRA programs and contacts. Provide initial and ongoing rating and analysis of each prospect’s ability to give and interest in the NRA.
4. Working with the Directors of Strategic Giving and Planned Giving, develop and implement cultivation strategies for major and planned gift prospects and/or donors, utilizing correspondence, NRA programs, personal contact, events, materials, other members of the NRA Advancement/management team, and the elements of moves management.
5. Working with the Directors of Strategic Giving and Planned Giving, develop and implement effective strategies to personally solicit major and planned gifts from assigned prospects and/or donors utilizing as needed other members of the Advancement Office and/or the NRA management team.
6. Work with Director of Strategic Giving to participate in budget development and review, monthly expense report review, and other duties as assigned by Director.
7. Monitor activities and responsibilities of AO Administrative Assistant as directed.
8. Represent Strategic Giving at NRA meetings and functions as directed.
9. Ensure that dollar goals, number of contacts, proposal submissions, and quality of work criteria are established annually at beginning of each year.
10. Make monthly significant moves on assigned prospects and raise gifts equal to or greater than an agreed upon annual goal to be established by the Advancement Officer, the Director of Strategic Giving, and the Executive Director of Advancement.
11. Coordinate planned giving efforts within the assigned region with members of the Planned Giving staff, and volunteers to include the NRA Planned Giving Advisory Board, the NRA Estate Planning Professionals Network, and NRA Heritage Society Ambassadors, taking and referring prospects that are motivated to become members of the Heritage Society. Support donor cultivation efforts of current and potential members of the Heritage Society. These efforts could include Heritage Society functions, donor shoots, planned giving seminars, NRA Foundation events, and other opportunities to promote awareness of planned giving opportunities and benefits.
12. Work with the Advancement Events Manager to develop the strategies, purposes and messages for Advancement events in the assigned region. Included herein would be Ring of Freedom Events as well.
13. As needed and able, recruit and manage volunteers to support Advancement objectives within assigned territory, including but not limited to, Ring of Freedom local events.
14. Work with the NRA Field Representatives within the territory to:
• Participate in Friends of the NRA events, as requested and as beneficial to the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major and planned gift prospects.
• Provide leads on people to organize and attend Friends of the NRA events.
• Communicate regularly to build cooperation, trust and successful fundraising.
• Assist the Endowment Coordinator with duties and responsibilities outlined in the State Fund Committee Manual.
15. Prepare and submit, in a timely manner, correspondence with prospects and donors, and all reports to include call reports, projected travel itineraries, weekly actions, time cards, monthly expense reports, and other reports as requested, properly utilizing the services of an Administrative Assistant to minimize the Advancement Officer’s administrative duties.
16. Develop and adhere to an approved annual budget to provide funding for the efficient accomplishment of assigned tasks.
17. Participate in a weekly conference call held among all Advancement Officers to share the week’s celebrations, concerns, and concentrations for the next week.
18. Adhere to the Communications Review Policy as established and adopted in order to ensure the consistency of message, accuracy of information and the appropriate use of text, graphics and logos.
19. Working with the Directors of Strategic Giving and Advancement Communications, direct the development of all Strategic Giving fundraising materials and the writing of proposals for all major and planned gift solicitations.
20. Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Required:
• A passion for the mission of the NRA
• Personal and professional integrity
• Four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent professional experience
• Five years successful experience in individual major/planned gift fundraising or five years successful experience with the NRA
• Ability to build personal long-term relationships with major/planned gift prospects and donors
• Willingness to learn the most sophisticated major and planned gift fundraising techniques and strategies
• Experience with successful one-on-one cultivation and solicitation of prospects for gifts of $5,000 or similar experience
• Successful experience in managing and tracking multiple projects/prospects.
• Motivated, self-starter
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced work environment with minimal direct supervision
• Creative, forward thinking, problem-solving skills
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to develop and implement dynamic plans to identify, cultivate, and solicit major and planned gift prospects
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to use existing MS Office applications for personal administrative support and databases for prospect management
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently as well as a team member
• Ability to work off-site in the Advancement Officer’s home office
• Ability to travel 10 days per month within and, on occasion, outside the region
• Ability to work on weekends as necessary
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
Preferred:
• Knowledge and experience managing budgets
• Knowledge of non-profit rules and regulations
• Knowledge of current trends in charitable giving, particularly in the areas of major gifts and planned giving
• Experience working successfully with Board members and/or key volunteers
* The NRA defines a major gift prospect as a person (or in some specific cases a company or a foundation) with the capacity to give $25,000 or more. It is our intention to increase the amount to qualify as a major gift prospect as the program expands.
*** DEFINITION OF A SIGNIFICANT MOVE
A significant move is a planned contact that produces a meaningful progression to the commitment of money or involvement. There are four types of moves: a personal visit, phone call, personal letter/email, and event hosting.
A significant move IS:
• A pre-meditated discussion with a prospect that results in a next-step activity that further engages the individual with the NRA - such as a meeting or communication follow-up.
• The attendance by a prospect, at your invitation, to an event where you will be present and are hosting the individual.
• Relationship building discussion that advances the prospect’s interest, involvement and support of the NRA.
A significant move is NOT:
• An unplanned activity (general 'running into' the prospect).
• A social conversation/communication.
• An event invitation.
Submit your resume for this job.
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Advancement Officer, S. Atlantic Region (NC, SC, E. VA)
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Description:
SUMMARY: Build positive relationships with major and planned gift prospects and donors in an assigned region for the benefit of the National Rifle Association. Develop strategies and execute plans to successfully identify, cultivate, solicit and steward major and planned gifts from individuals and their associated corporations and family foundations. Participate as a member of the Advancement team to build the Advancement program according to individual talents and skills as needed by the NRA. Conduct additional administrative responsibilities as related to Strategic Giving as required by Director.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
1. Build positive relationships with major and planned gift prospects and donors in an assigned multi-state region of the United States for the benefit of the National Rifle Association.
2. Manage a portfolio of up to 175 prospects and/or donors to include the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major and planned gifts reflecting the needs of the NRA and the interests of the individual donor. Manage prospect movement by developing and maintaining a “Hot 100” list of prospects (to be cultivated and solicited during the year), and normally “Top 10” list of prospects to make a “significant moves” (see page 4) on within 30 days.
3. Identify major and planned gift prospects through NRA programs and contacts. Provide initial and ongoing rating and analysis of each prospect’s ability to give and interest in the NRA.
4. Working with the Directors of Strategic Giving and Planned Giving, develop and implement cultivation strategies for major and planned gift prospects and/or donors, utilizing correspondence, NRA programs, personal contact, events, materials, other members of the NRA Advancement/management team, and the elements of moves management.
5. Working with the Directors of Strategic Giving and Planned Giving, develop and implement effective strategies to personally solicit major and planned gifts from assigned prospects and/or donors utilizing as needed other members of the Advancement Office and/or the NRA management team.
6. Work with Director of Strategic Giving to participate in budget development and review, monthly expense report review, and other duties as assigned by Director.
7. Monitor activities and responsibilities of AO Administrative Assistant as directed.
8. Represent Strategic Giving at NRA meetings and functions as directed.
9. Ensure that dollar goals, number of contacts, proposal submissions, and quality of work criteria are established annually at beginning of each year.
10. Make monthly significant moves on assigned prospects and raise gifts equal to or greater than an agreed upon annual goal to be established by the Advancement Officer, the Director of Strategic Giving, and the Executive Director of Advancement.
11. Coordinate planned giving efforts within the assigned region with members of the Planned Giving staff, and volunteers to include the NRA Planned Giving Advisory Board, the NRA Estate Planning Professionals Network, and NRA Heritage Society Ambassadors, taking and referring prospects that are motivated to become members of the Heritage Society. Support donor cultivation efforts of current and potential members of the Heritage Society. These efforts could include Heritage Society functions, donor shoots, planned giving seminars, NRA Foundation events, and other opportunities to promote awareness of planned giving opportunities and benefits.
12. Work with the Advancement Events Manager to develop the strategies, purposes and messages for Advancement events in the assigned region. Included herein would be Ring of Freedom Events as well.
13. As needed and able, recruit and manage volunteers to support Advancement objectives within assigned territory, including but not limited to, Ring of Freedom local events.
14. Work with the NRA Field Representatives within the territory to:
• Participate in Friends of the NRA events, as requested and as beneficial to the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major and planned gift prospects.
• Provide leads on people to organize and attend Friends of the NRA events.
• Communicate regularly to build cooperation, trust and successful fundraising.
• Assist the Endowment Coordinator with duties and responsibilities outlined in the State Fund Committee Manual.
15. Prepare and submit, in a timely manner, correspondence with prospects and donors, and all reports to include call reports, projected travel itineraries, weekly actions, time cards, monthly expense reports, and other reports as requested, properly utilizing the services of an Administrative Assistant to minimize the Advancement Officer’s administrative duties.
16. Develop and adhere to an approved annual budget to provide funding for the efficient accomplishment of assigned tasks.
17. Participate in a weekly conference call held among all Advancement Officers to share the week’s celebrations, concerns, and concentrations for the next week.
18. Adhere to the Communications Review Policy as established and adopted in order to ensure the consistency of message, accuracy of information and the appropriate use of text, graphics and logos.
19. Working with the Directors of Strategic Giving and Advancement Communications, direct the development of all Strategic Giving fundraising materials and the writing of proposals for all major and planned gift solicitations.
20. Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Required:
• A passion for the mission of the NRA
• Personal and professional integrity
• Four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent professional experience
• Five years successful experience in individual major/planned gift fundraising or five years successful experience with the NRA
• Ability to build personal long-term relationships with major/planned gift prospects and donors
• Willingness to learn the most sophisticated major and planned gift fundraising techniques and strategies
• Experience with successful one-on-one cultivation and solicitation of prospects for gifts of $5,000 or similar experience
• Successful experience in managing and tracking multiple projects/prospects.
• Motivated, self-starter
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced work environment with minimal direct supervision
• Creative, forward thinking, problem-solving skills
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to develop and implement dynamic plans to identify, cultivate, and solicit major and planned gift prospects
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to use existing MS Office applications for personal administrative support and databases for prospect management
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently as well as a team member
• Ability to work off-site in the Advancement Officer’s home office
• Ability to travel 10 days per month within and, on occasion, outside the region
• Ability to work on weekends as necessary
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
Preferred:
• Knowledge and experience managing budgets
• Knowledge of non-profit rules and regulations
• Knowledge of current trends in charitable giving, particularly in the areas of major gifts and planned giving
• Experience working successfully with Board members and/or key volunteers
* The NRA defines a major gift prospect as a person (or in some specific cases a company or a foundation) with the capacity to give $25,000 or more. It is our intention to increase the amount to qualify as a major gift prospect as the program expands.
*** DEFINITION OF A SIGNIFICANT MOVE
A significant move is a planned contact that produces a meaningful progression to the commitment of money or involvement. There are four types of moves: a personal visit, phone call, personal letter/email, and event hosting.
A significant move IS:
• A pre-meditated discussion with a prospect that results in a next-step activity that further engages the individual with the NRA - such as a meeting or communication follow-up.
• The attendance by a prospect, at your invitation, to an event where you will be present and are hosting the individual.
• Relationship building discussion that advances the prospect’s interest, involvement and support of the NRA.
A significant move is NOT:
• An unplanned activity (general 'running into' the prospect).
• A social conversation/communication.
• An event invitation.
Submit your resume for this job.
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Associate Editor, AMERICAN HUNTER
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Description:
Provides editorial support essential to producing the AMERICAN HUNTER print magazine and AMERICAN HUNTER digital edition in an accurate and punctual manner according to established standards and policies. Assists with content of the AmericanHunter.org website.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Handles editorial preparation and production of monthly departments as assigned by the Editor-in-Chief and/or Executive Editor, including reviewing manuscripts, copy-editing, assembling photo packages, writing captions and headlines, and proofreading.
2. Proofreads all departments and feature articles during each stage of editorial production, including checking links and page proofs of digital edition. Keys edit proof corrections on Art Department editorial workstations.
3. Assembles photo packages; helps obtain other illustrative materials.
4. Produces certain staff-generated departments.
5. Reviews, edits, and prepares feature articles.
6. Writes articles for departments and feature articles as assigned. Produces photographs on assignment when required.
7. Coordinates with design staff in accomplishing daily work requirements and meeting monthly production deadlines.
8. Tests and reviews firearms, ammunition and hunting equipment.
9. Corresponds by mail and telephone with NRA members, writers, hunting and firearms companies, and members of the wildlife management community.
10. Assists with the content of the americanhunter.org website.
11. Travels as assigned.
12. Extended hours required.
SCOPE
Coordinates with Editorial, Art and E-Media staffs, and with Field Editors of AMERICAN HUNTER. Also coordinates with other NRA Publications departments and NRA divisions. Frequent contact with government agencies, conservation organizations, hunting and firearms companies, and NRA members.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Arts degree in English or Journalism; two to three years experience on a newspaper or magazine editorial staff. Must be an experienced hunter and outdoorsman with extensive knowledge of hunting, firearms, wildlife and conservation issues.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Effective editorial skills. Excellent grammar, spelling and punctuation skills. Strong proofreading skills. Ability to write original material clearly and concisely, and to edit and rewrite material generated by others. Attention to detail and organization mandatory. Ability to organize and prioritize, work under pressure and meet deadlines, and carry several projects through to completion simultaneously. Ability to work with minimum supervision. Good interpersonal skills. Basic photography skills necessary. Working knowledge of electronic publishing systems and related software packages necessary. Familiarity with online publishing tools a plus.
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Cashier
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Description:
SUMMARY: Responsible for operation of cash register, customer service, set-up, and maintenance of beverage, servery, and dining areas. Also responsible for set-up and delivery of catering orders.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Set-up and maintenance of beverage, servery and dining areas in a timely manner as directed.
2. Daily operate POS system, and handle all customer services needs in a timely and courteous manner.
3. Clean and sanitize servery and dining equipment and furnishings in a timely manner as directed.
4. Participate in set-up, delivery and service of catering orders in an accurate and timely manner as directed.
5. Maintain stocked servery stations as directed and coordinate with cashier.
6. Daily coordinate with all NRA Cafe staff and Executive Chef.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.
SCOPE
Daily interaction with NRA employee, tenants, NRA members and general public. Position functions in a fast paced work environment with direct supervision. No travel required. Minimal overtime required, necessitated by after-hour in-house functions. This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background and credit check.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent required. Prior cashier/customer service experience desired. Certified Food Manager required or ability to obtain such certification.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Excellent customer service skills required. Ability to follow directions and accomplish multiple tasks required.
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Console Operator
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Description:
Operates main NRA console to transfer incoming, outgoing and interoffice calls in a concise, timely, polite and professional manner. Makes minor programming changes to the NRA Telephone and Voice Mail Systems. Makes minor repairs and/or replacement of telephone sets. Maintains and updates NRA staff telephone directories. Reviews and processes the Association monthly Qwest invoice.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Operates NRA main console to transfer all calls in a concise, timely, polite and professional manner to the appropriate NRA department or staff member. Ensures main console is staffed between the hours of 8:30 AM and 6:00 PM daily.
2. Makes programming changes to the NRA Telephone and Voice mail systems to include, but, not limited to; phone name display, intercom name display, mailbox name, re-setting of a mailbox and password in an accurate and timely manner. Makes minor repair and/or replacement of telephone sets.
3. Maintains and updates the NRA on-line information directory database in an accurate and timely manner. Researches questions about and provides information on the on-line directory database in an accurate and timely manner.
4. Collects information for input into the printed NRA staff phone directory in an accurate and timely manner.
5. Coordinates the Qwest bill review process and the data entry of detail payment information in an accurate and timely manner. Sends Qwest monthly bill and payment information to Financial Services to make sure bill is paid on time.
6. Serves as back-up to the Telecom Coordinator to include, but not limited to; the answering of the Telecom help desk main number, and AT&T corporate calling cards.
7. Records the holiday and emergency menus and greetings as required.
8. Maintains and updates the Association voice menu and announcement scripts documents.
9. Performs clerical duties such as; typing, proofreading, sorting mail, faxing and copying as required.
10. Completes annual goals and objectives set by Telecommunications Manager in an accurate and timely manner.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.
SCOPE: Extensive contact with NRA members, staff and the general public. Position functions in a fast paced work environment with a high volume of phone calls on a regular basis. No travel required. Occasional overtime required. Position functions with minimal supervision. Regular and timely attendance to fulfill the position requirements are essential.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required. First tier customer service or main switchboard operations experience required. Basic Nortel Networks telephone and voice mail system programming experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: Excellent oral communication skills and strong command of the English language required. Knowledge, awareness and support of the NRA and its mission preferred. Excellent customer service skills essential and required. Basic knowledge of the NRA Nortel Networks telephone and voice mail system required to assist with system programming changes preferred. Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence using all NRA supported software required.
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Database Analyst Manager (Raiser's Edge)
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Description:
This position works closely with the Director, Advancement Services to manage the day-to-day operations of the Raiser’s Edge Database for the NRA Office of Advancement. This includes ensuring gift and data integrity, providing reporting solutions, queries and exports for all Advancement staff, and tracking and analyzing prospect and donor fundraising efforts for all fundraisers working with the Office of Advancement.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position works closely with the Director, Advancement Services to manage the day-to-day operations of the Raiser’s Edge Database for the NRA Office of Advancement. This includes ensuring gift and data integrity, providing reporting solutions, queries and exports for all Advancement staff, and tracking and analyzing prospect and donor fundraising efforts for all fundraisers working with the Office of Advancement.
1. Manage day-to-day operation of the Raiser’s Edge Database for the NRA Office of Advancement to include but not limited to: Setting up new users; training new users; creating funds, actions, events, campaigns, etc.; running global changes, appeal additions, and coding queries to keep records up-to-date with mailings and invitations.
2. Work directly with the Director, Advancement Services to ensure timely and accurate reporting using Raiser’s Edge canned reports. These reports will be weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly on Advancement fundraising activities. Responsible for ensuring standard reports are executed and forwarded as defined in a timely manner.
3. Create and execute ad hoc requests for reports, queries, and exports with the goal to being more proactive with reports on special fundraising projects, as well as everyday fundraising activities. Serve as the liaison to Advancement Officers for database queries. Meet report and information request deadlines and ensure that the information reported is current and accurate. This also includes special requests for lists for mailings, cultivation events, donor visits, etc.
4. Validate gift integrity. As new contributions are added to the database the Database Analyst Manager is responsible to validate gift entry to ensure proper coding and accuracy of the information entered.
5. Ensure adherence of the collection and appropriate coding of planned gifts in Raiser’s Edge. Responsible for scanning backup material.
6. Responsible for prospect and donor proposal oversight to include solicitor and rating entry and coding as well as updating the database with new biographical information including addresses, business and employer information, personal information, activities, name changes, and event invitations.
7. Assist in database clean-up and maintenance, including the elimination of duplicate accounts and establishment of new donor records. Research best practices for data integrity practices and pro-actively communicate to staff opportunities to enhance our donor record information.
8. Work closely with Advancement staff, in particular the Prospect/Research Manager, to ensure the timely data entry of all donor/prospect information.
9. Assigned back-up for the accurate and detailed data entry of gifts and documented commitments in to Raiser’s Edge during periods of the Database Coordinator’s absence and during periods of high demand.
10. Work closely with Advancement Reporting and Budget Manager on special Raiser’s Edge projects and systems to ensure the database is working efficiently and meeting the needs of Advancement Staff.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Required:
• Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge with fundraising management system with experience creating queries and executing reports.
• A commitment to the mission of the NRA.
• Personal and professional integrity, as well as high standards of excellence.
• Experience with advancement database software programs.
• Prior report query development and execution experience.
• High School diploma and a minimum of 3 years prior data entry/analysis work experience.
• Prior experience with data table/codes evaluation and participation in defining data structures to improve efficiency.
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to function in a fast paced work environment with minimal supervision meeting deadlines with accuracy and completeness.
• Accuracy of data entry.
• Essential that applicant have a track record as a quick learner and fast starter with strong self-motivation.
Preferred:
• SQL/HTML experience.
• Associates or BA/BS Degree.
• Business Objects experience.
• Familiarity with a networked PC information and retrieval system.
• Prior experience in a membership driven organization.
• Not-for-profit/fundraising involvement/employment.
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Field Representative - Area 32 (UT, Eastern NV, S. ID)
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Description:
Acts as representative for the National Rifle Association on an area level to NRA members, volunteers, clubs and associations. Manages fund-raising efforts, promotes membership development programs and promotes NRA programs and services.
Responsibilities include implementing fund-raising for The NRA Foundation through organizing volunteer committees and coordinating Friends of NRA banquets and special events. Coordinates the solicitation and distribution of applications for Friends of NRA State Fund grants and serves as secretary for the State Fund Committee. Insures compliance with all of the conditions of allocation for all The NRA Foundation grants. Solicits gifts and donations to The NRA Foundation endowments, ensuring follow-up and donor recognition. Establishes a network of volunteers by identifying and recruiting select NRA activists as Field Support Team members. Trains Field Support Team members, Friends of NRA committee members and other volunteers by conducting an annual workshop as well as other training as needed. Coordinates the efforts of all volunteers to ensure accomplishment of area goals and objectives. Ensures NRA presence at all major gun shows, sports shows and related exhibits/events by coordinating the efforts of Field Support Team members and other volunteers. Promotes NRA membership recruitment programs and services by networking with the state associations, NRA affiliated clubs and retail dealers; promotes and recruits Business Alliance memberships, actively seeks out and recruits shooting sports clubs as NRA affiliated clubs. Serves as a clearing house for the numerous requests for information regarding NRA membership services and programs. Perform other duties as assigned.
High visibility with NRA membership, volunteers, activists, members of the NRA Board of Directors, NRA staff and the media. Responsible for large sums of money on a regular basis and the care and maintenance of NRA equipment. Position requires frequent travel and overtime work, including weekends and evenings. Position functions with minimal day-to-day supervision.
Bachelor's Degree is preferred. Previous experience and exposure to fund-raising, volunteer recruitment and management is required. Other useful skills include, but are not limited to, public speaking, working knowledge of computers and experience in sales and marketing. Organizational and time management skills are required.
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Legislative Aide - State & Local
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Description:
Assists in the execution of State & Local legislative policies as conceived
and established by the organization.
Stay informed about all current issues within assigned states, being
updated on all states to be able to effectively respond to almost any
question regarding legislation (in the absence of the Liaison), and provide
detailed communication with the liaison during each day of travel to relay
necessary information in a timely manner.
Preparation of correspondence, routing of office mail and legislative
reporting service reports and filing. Also, you will create, update and
maintain lists (legislative rosters, candidate lists, activist lists) and
assist in the periodic mailings to these groups.
Assists the State Liaisons with research and dissemination of
information.
Responds to NRA member requests and comments and explains organization
positions and legislative activities to interested parties.
Compiles and maintains accurate and up-to-date records and files.
Telephone responsibilities include responding to legislative inquiries
from NRA members and the public, as well as legislators and elected
officials in the absence of the Liaison.
Responsible for producing error-free legislative alerts and political
endorsement letters, as well as assisting liaisons with local election
involvement and provide back up to the Director, State Liaisons, and the
Division as needed.
College coursework and/or degree in Political Science or related field; related
work experience may be substituted. Administrative training also helpful.
Minimum background of 1-2 years solid work experience and demonstrated ability
to work effectively as a team member. Follow-through on tasks essential. The
ability to accurately type 60 wpm, good grammar, punctuation and editing skills
are a must. Legislative and/or political knowledge helpful. Commitment to the
NRA mission is required.
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Marketing Coordinator, Recruiting Programs
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Description:
The Marketing Coordinator participates in the development and implementation of the Marketing Strategies developed for the Recruiting Programs. Contributes to the development of marketing plans and promotions for the Retail, Dealer, Instructor, Club and Manufacturer membership recruitment programs. Facilitates the implementation of all marketing plans and promotions, and tracks their effectiveness. This includes web marketing, social media and retail outlets. Creates customized marketing reports to track and monitor production, measure results of promotions and target new promotional opportunities. Responsible for layout and editing of quarterly newsletter and weekly e-mail bulletin. Coordinates marketing materials and oversees production of direct mail/promotional materials. Maintains program database and coordinates data input with other departments and individuals. Routes daily incoming mail, inter-departmental mail and routine correspondence to appropriate departmental personnel. Responds to incoming phone calls, letters, and e-mails. Preparation and mailing of materials and information requests to recruiters. Maintains supply levels of recruiter materials. Works quickly and effectively with existing recruiters to answer questions and maximize their recruiting efforts. Assists department by representing association at shows and special events when necessary.
Requirements: College degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field, plus at least two years Marketing/Sales experience. Graphic Design experience a plus. Knowledge, awareness, and support of the NRA and its position in regard to the Second Amendment and firearms related issues. Computer proficiency and experience required, with a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher. Adobe PageMaker desktop publishing skills desired. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines. Proven ability to exercise considerable initiative, judgment and discretion essential. Demonstrated ability to interface with all levels of staff and work independently or as a member of a team. Must be service oriented and have a pleasant phone voice. Excellent oral communication skills with a strong command of the English language required. Must be able to perform overnight and/or extended business travel as requested.
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Marketing Representative - Membership
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Description:
As a team member of the NRA Membership Division, the Marketing Representative is the face of the NRA, responsible for representing NRA at a variety of large consumer shows and events across the country to recruit new members and provide service to existing members. The Marketing Representative plans and coordinates all aspects of the shows he or she attends including travel arrangements, securing volunteer support, researching advertising and promotional opportunities, honing sales and marketing techniques and the assembly/disassembly of displays and exhibits.
The Marketing Representative also manages a group of independent contractors in a defined territory of the country. Referred to as NRA Membership Recruiters, the contractors attend gun shows and smaller consumer shows and events to recruit new members and service existing members. You’ll be responsible for increasing productivity in the territory by expanding the number of recruiters, locating new shows, events and recruitment opportunities, and providing the necessary sales expertise and training to help maximize their membership recruiting success. This involves extensive phone time with the Recruiters as well as the producers of the shows and events in the assigned territory.
BA in Marketing or related field, with 1-3 years sales and marketing experience. Retail or consumer sales experience preferred. Customer service experience is helpful. The ability to work independently with strong organizational and follow-up skills is required. Knowledge of various sales and marketing techniques required. Sales experience with non-tangible goods and/or a membership product is a plus. Must be service oriented; possess a pleasant phone manner and a clear comprehensible speaking voice with strong command of the English language. Good writing skills are essential. Weekend travel required. Knowledge, awareness and support of NRA and its position in regard to Second Amendment and firearms related issues are mandatory.
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Membership Specialist
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Description:
Provides vital initial contact with NRA Members via telephone, E-mail and correspondence, assists the Members with Membership or NRA-activity questions and performs adjustments to member accounts as necessary.
Coordinates with Membership departments and all other NRA divisions. Candidate must have a professional attitude and must demonstrate patience and tact when dealing with Members of all personalities and backgrounds. Must be able to effectively handle heavy workloads and to perform general office tasks such as filing, typing, collating, etc.
B.A./B.S in Communications Marketing, Political Science, or related field preferred. May be waived with two to three years professional experience. Knowledge, awareness and support of the NRA and its position in the regard to the Second Amendment and firearm related issues; experience with PC and mainframe systems with knowledge of WordPerfect and Windows; possess strong listening, writing and reading comprehension skills, a pleasant phone manner and a clear, comprehensive speaking voice with a strong command of the English language; ability to make educated judgment calls; punctuality and excellent attendance are essential.
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Online Content Manager
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Description:
SUMMARY: Responsible for managing and coordinating digital communications for the Institute for Legislative Action.
Responsibilities:
1. Manage and coordinate the daily content management for all NRA-ILA and NRA-PVF websites. Work with various team members to ensure timely and relevant postings that are proofread, approved for publishing without error.
2. Manage SEO efforts and site analytics reports. Develop strategies to modify SEO to maximize deep and timely content.
3. Manage outbound email, email lists and delivery reports on bounces, opens, unsubscribes, forwards, etc.
4. Ability to work with in-house phone bank system.
5. Develop, manage and coordinate social media campaigns, publishing calendars and schedules, and write content as needed.
6. Represent and be an advocate for the organization in social media channels. Speaking when appropriate in a relevant, non-confrontational manner through engaging dialogues and answers.
7. Offer insights from regular monitoring and benchmark testing to measure effects of online messaging and engagement as well as reporting to senior staff strengths and weaknesses in an effort to maximize results.
8. Monitor trends in social media, mobile media, viral efforts, and all other online technologies and media to evolve the organizations strategic positioning.
9. Offer feedback and insights regarding online strategies that would benefit the organization and team.
10. Ensure flawless execution of all deliverables.
Skills and Experience:
1. Team player with the knowledge and confidence to lead, manage and mentor individuals and other departments of the organization.
2. In-depth knowledge and understanding of online, interactive, and social media strategies, channels and tactical implementation with the ability to maintain and proactively seek out the latest trends to keep the organization up-to-date.
3. Good understanding of Content Management Systems (CMS) and the ability to quickly learn and adapt those systems to benefit the organization.
4. Ability to clearly communicate and articulate ideas, strategies, and concepts both verbally and in writing.
5. Ability to project manage multiple projects in a fast paced political environment while meeting budgets and deadlines every time.
6. Knowledge and understanding of HTML, Photoshop, Flash a plus.
7. Proven ability to execute SEO strategies.
8. Passion for and understanding of how to manage social media channels to learn what motivates people to engage with the organization and become passionate brand evangelists.
9. Proven ability to manage social media channels.
10. Ability to quickly scale up to meet the needs of a faced pace environment while managing deadlines in a shifting environment with competing priorities.
11. Understanding of SEO strategies.
12. Ability to become a brand ambassador for the organization and passionately seek out new communication channels.
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Range Manager
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Description:
We are presently seeking a Manager for our state-of-the-art shooting range at our Fairfax, VA Headquarters. The selected candidate will manage all aspects of the NRA Range operation on a daily basis to ensure safe and productive usage of facility.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Recruit, train, develop, supervise and motivate a professional staff of range officers to accomplish objectives in a time-sensitive environment.
2. Coordinate and supervise the scheduling of all range activities to include shooting and classroom events within department guidelines.
3. Supervise scheduling of all range officers to meet range operations requirements, including the scheduling of all range officers for the required blood lead level and hearing tests in a timely manner.
4. Supervise the operation and maintenance of all range equipment, including but not limited to lane controls, master computer, bullet trap, air ventilation equipment, lighting controls and any office equipment.
5. Oversee the operation of the Check-In Office and Pro Shop to include retail sales, inventory control, cash receipts, security and turn-in of all revenue to Financial Services in a timely manner.
6. Develop a reliable and usable database that contains information concerning individuals qualified to use the facility, range applications and tests.
7. Supervise and coordinate, within department guidelines, the continuing development of the range marketing plan and strategies to promote the shooting sports and utilize the range facility to its full potential.
8. Evaluate all range related programs and activities including but not limited to: open shooting, training activities, leagues, competitions and public relation functions for feasibility and cost effectiveness.
9. Supervise all maintenance of records and procedures required to comply with any OSHA or EPA standards or requirements in a timely manner.
SCOPE:
High visibility with all NRA Divisions and Departments, outside groups, including community and fraternal organizations, civic associations, affiliated clubs, local businesses, NRA members and the general public.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma required, some college preferred in the fields of business, administration or management. Equivalent experience may be substituted for college degree. Possession of NRA Certified Instructor credentials preferred. Previous range management experience helpful. Previous experience in marketing and/or sales desirable.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
General knowledge of firearms and their safe and efficient use required. Excellent written oral and written communication skills required. Proven ability to motivate and supervise support staff essential. Working knowledge of WordPerfect, Excel spreadsheets and word processing systems required. Demonstrated ability to effectively interface and motivate outside volunteer staff. Proven ability to create and manage department budget essential. Position functions with minimal direct supervision in a fast paced work environment. Position exposes individual to lead particles. Position requires the lifting and carrying of up to 50 lbs. of materials, as well as long periods of standing. Must be willing to work weekends and evenings. Position requires a pre-employment blood lead screening test as well as quarterly blood lead screening tests. Also requires pre-employment and annual hearing tests.
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Staff Instructor
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Description:
Provide instructor development training for the NRA’s Law Enforcement Activities Division’s Firearm Instructor Development Schools, which are intended for public and private law enforcement and the U.S. Military.
1. Researches, develops and presents related material for the Firearms Instructors Development training program. Reviews and receives training aid material so as to assure NRA’s courses are current and applicable.
2. Responsible for the development and direction of part-time instructors selected to lead or support in assigned classes, as well as range presentations as relative to the Law Enforcement Instructor Development Schools.
3. Solicits, seeks and secures training sites for the Law Enforcement Instructor Development Schools.
4. Provide, on request, technical assistance to public and private law enforcement, the U.S. military instructors and their respective agencies.
5. Responsible for conducting as the lead instructor, of a minimum of fifteen (15) classes/courses in the disciplines you are assigned.
6. Responsible for establishing a liaison with and attending annual meetings or conferences of varied law enforcement and law enforcement training associations as assigned.
The Staff Instructor selected for this position would report and work from the NRA headquarters office in Fairfax, Virginia. High visibility with general public, private and military personnel, instructors and their agencies engaged in similar types of training, and NRA staff. Extensive local and national travel required. Weekend work required. Physical ability to negotiate steps, ladders and stand for extended periods of time and run on occasion required. Physical ability to lift firearms or ammunition containers required. Ability to demonstrate any tactical movement or entry method, adopt any shooting position, hold in position for extended periods and recover from same unassisted required. Possess the hand, arm and upper body strength required to safely handle, load, fire, reload, fire, unload, clear and make safe any student firearms as required. Frequently exposed to hearing, vision and other hazards associated with firearms training.
Bachelor’s Degree in Law Enforcement or related discipline or equivalent law enforcement experience required. Ten years of public law enforcement experience and a minimum of five years of law enforcement firearm instructor experience required. Experience as Match Coordinator or competitor in Police Pistol Combat events.
Demonstrated ability to develop course material and exercises to multi-skill level and multi cultural groups required. Excellent oral and written communication skills required. Ability to adapt instructional methods to accommodate a wide variety of skill levels, learning abilities and cultural diversity essential. Working knowledge of the demands of law enforcement training and relevant case law and liability as relative to public and private law enforcement training, firearms instruction and instructors and how such laws impact on law enforcement agencies and public responsibility essential.
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