Education Trust—West (ETW) seeks an Associate, Development to join our Development & Financial Planning team. The Associate, Development will join a staff at Ed Trust who are committed to fulfilling a mission of closing opportunity gaps that disproportionately affect students of color and students from low-income backgrounds.

Ed Trust is committed to advancing policies and practices to dismantle the racial and economic barriers embedded in the U.S. education system. Through our research and advocacy, Ed Trust improves equity in education from preschool through college, engages diverse communities dedicated to equity and justice, and increases political and public will to build an education system where all students will thrive.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Associate, Development serves in a supporting role within the Development & Financial Planning team, contributing to fundraising efforts primarily focused on institutional grant makers and some individual donors to meet annual budget goals and position the organization for long-term sustainability. 

This role is available immediately. We have a strong preference for this role to be based in our Oakland office, but we are open to having the role based in our Sacramento office. This role is eligible for telework for up to 3 days per week. The Associate, Development reports to the Senior Director of Development & Financial Planning. 

COMPENSATION

This position falls in Level A of our salary structure for our California office. Although the full salary range for the position is $53,760 - $80,640, we expect the hiring salary range for this position to be between $53,760 and $60,480, based on skills, experience, and internal equity. Note: New hires rarely, if ever, are offered at the top of the full salary range to allow for salary growth over time in the role. 

HOW TO APPLY

Click here for more information or to apply. Please provide a cover letter and resume, combined into one document. In the file name, please write the name of the position you are applying for and your last name: e.g., “Assoc, Development_Robinson.”   

We invite you to consider your cover letter as an opportunity to:   

Tell a story that illuminates your interest in education equity and Ed Trust–West’s mission   

Share how your background and experience make you the right fit for this position   

Please submit your application materials at Recruitment (adp.com) by the deadline of September 29, 2023. Applications will be accepted/reviewed until the position is filled. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.   

The Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.