SHORERIVERS SEEKS DATABASE & DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

ShoreRivers protects and restores Eastern Shore waterways through science-based advocacy, restoration, and education. We work collaboratively with our community yet maintain an uncompromising voice for clean rivers and the living resources they support.

The Database & Development Coordinator will effectively maintain supporter information in our internal database. As a primary user of database tools, they support all staff members with data and analysis that help them focus on their specific areas of expertise, as well as enhance efficiency and collaboration across the organization.

The most critical skills for this position are attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage short-term and long-term priorities.

The Database & Development Coordinator reports to the Membership Manager as an integral part of the Development Department and works in person out of the Easton office. This is a full-time position; must be flexible to work weekends, evenings, and longer hours when necessary, and to travel when necessary. The position is exempt, salaried, and “at-will.” The employee must live in the communities we serve. This full-time position will be paid a salary of $50,000-$55,000. The Database & Development Coordinator role has a planned start date on September 1st, 2026.

To apply, send your two-page resume and one-page cover letter to Doug Mayorga at dmayorga@shorerivers.org by July 24th, 2026*. This role heavily involves working within a customer relationship management tool; including data entry, data configuration, and related reporting. In your cover letter, please include a brief reflection of why you think a healthy database is important to a nonprofit.

*Note: cover letters are run through an AI generator; take this opportunity to authentically communicate with us in your own words. Applications with resumes over two pages or cover letters over one page will not be considered.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Database (50%) – Utilize Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT

  • Update our database with constituent and donation information;
  • Produce weekly gift acknowledgments and reports;
  • Assist in preparation of other requested reports and mailing lists for event invitations, newsletters, solicitations, departmental initiatives, etc.;
  • Assist with event preparation tasks in coordination with Development staff; and
  • Support the Membership Manager with administering and troubleshooting the database; strive to improve the functionality of the database to meet the needs of the organization and ensure useful, healthy, complete data.

Development (25%) – Actively participate in the Development team

  • Cultivate constituent relationships to foster community partnerships and cross- departmental collaborations;
  • Understand and apply ShoreRivers’ annual fundraising strategy; and
  • Contribute to departmental and organizational communications and outreach efforts by providing new perspectives and creative ideas.

Administration (25%) – Represent the organization at the main office front desk

  • Greet and assist visitors, volunteers, and supporters;
  • Answer and route phone calls;
  • Receive and route incoming mail and deliveries; and
  • With the Officekeeper, coordinate organizational supplies.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

The employee must have a strong commitment to environmental protection and subscribe to representing ShoreRivers’ mission and statement of inclusion.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Hands-on experience in Raiser’s Edge NXT Database View and WebView highly preferred, or experience in another customer relationship management tool;
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft and Google product platforms;
  • Must have proven analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • Must have excellent attention to detail;
  • Must possess strong communication skills and a welcoming presence;
  • Must be a team player willing to collaborate across departments;
  • Effective at managing multiple projects/tasks of varying complexities and meeting deadlines;
  • Ability to coordinate with various staff and volunteers as both a responsive and proactive collaborator when needed;
  • An understanding of environmental issues that affect water quality, and knowledge of ecology and ecosystem functions preferred; and
  • An associate or bachelor’s degree is a plus, but we welcome applicants from traditional and non-traditional education pathways.

SHORERIVERS

ShoreRivers seeks to protect Maryland’s Eastern Shore waterways through science-based advocacy, restoration, education, and engagement. We have a dedicated staff of Riverkeepers, educators, scientists, restoration specialists, and advocates focused on policies and projects that will improve the health of our rivers. Our staff are a strong, collective voice for Eastern Shore waterways.

ShoreRivers believes that diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in our staff, board, supporters, and programs is critical to achieving our mission of clean water. We believe that access to waterways fuels environmental stewardship; inclusion of diverse communities is essential to long term success; and diverse representation in our membership, staff, and board makes us stronger.

ShoreRivers believes that swimmable, fishable, clean, and safe rivers are for everyone in our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants. This position uses a wide variety of skills; we encourage you to apply if you think you would be a good fit, even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications.

WORKING AT SHORERIVERS

ShoreRivers offers an energetic and fast-paced work environment with bright, fun coworkers. We cultivate a supportive, regenerative work culture where hard work, innovation, collaboration, and professional development are priorities.

We are dedicated to providing flexibility and a genuine work-life balance for all staff, in addition to meeting our mission and serving our communities responsibly as a nonprofit organization. As such, ShoreRivers operates in person with a flexible schedule; occasional remote work is supported in alignment with individual responsibilities and supervisors.

BENEFITS

  • Medical coverage, with 100% of base plan premiums for the employee covered by ShoreRivers.
  • Retirement plan, with ShoreRivers matching up to 4% of an employee’s salary.
  • 25 paid days off for all employees.
  • 11 paid federal holidays, plus the week off between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day (17 paid holidays total).
  • 5 weeks paid parental and serious medical leave; option to add 7 weeks unpaid.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Sabbatical of 4 consecutive weeks at 10-year anniversary and every 5 years after.