The Chesapeake Bay Foundation seeks a Data and Systems Analyst in its Philip Merrill Environmental Center headquarters office located in Annapolis, Maryland.

THE CHESAPEAKE BAY FOUNDATION

The Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) is the largest regional non-profit conservation organization working solely to save the Bay. Established in 1967, CBF has a staff of approximately 185 employees working in offices in Annapolis and Salisbury, Maryland; Richmond and Norfolk, Virginia; Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; and Washington, D.C., and in 17 field education program locations. CBF's headquarters office is in the Philip Merrill Environmental Center, a “cutting edge,” environmentally responsible building located in Annapolis, Maryland.

CBF has an annual budget of approximately $21 million and is supported by more than 226,000 members, volunteers, and other supporters. For more information on CBF please visit www.cbf.org.

CONTEXT OF THE POSITION

The Data and Systems Analyst is responsible for the integrity and validation of Raiser’s Edge data and timely and accurate production of solicitation, acknowledgment, renewal and other data files in support of Development’s fundraising processes.  Serves as back-up resource for Raiser’s Edge support and training, and data entry. 

Essential Functions include:

1. Data Integrity and Validation

• Perform multiple data validation procedures on Raiser’s Edge data weekly and clean-up incorrect data.
• Create new validation procedures as needed to ensure the overall integrity of data in Raiser’s Edge.
• Advise team members and other Development personnel on steps to take to improve data quality.
• Prepare files from vendors for import into Raiser’s Edge.  These can include files of acquisition prospects, changes of address and data overlays.

2. Data Pulls for Mailings and Programs

• Initiates monthly and weekly data exports for all mailings, including but not limited to acknowledgements, renewals, appeals, annual report and magazine, etc.
• Working with the Director, initiates and executes special invitation list “pulls” as needed for events and field trips.
• Works with Director to develop and manage timeliness of data needed.
• Works with outside vendors to produce accurate data files, utilizing state of the art methods and systems as appropriate.
• Provides review of data prior to distribution to outside resources, to verify accuracy and program requirements.
• Recommends new systems for data as appropriate, working with Director to develop new programs.

3. Raiser’s Edge Support and Training

• Serve as back-up to provide Raiser’s Edge training to Development staff.
• Participate on the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) team and work to ensure timely and accurate updates.
• Import NetCommunity web gifts into Raiser’s Edge.
    

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree or 3 to 5 years of database experience.  Proficient in computer systems, including Raiser’s Edge and MS Office.  Advanced knowledge of database systems in a LAN.  Thorough knowledge of Development department functions and general knowledge of other CBF department functions.  Excellent oral and written communication skills. 

To apply, please send resume, cover letter, salary history and salary requirement by January 29, 2010 to:

Human Resources/DSA
Chesapeake Bay Foundation
6 Herndon Avenue
Annapolis, MD 21403
Cbf_employment@cbf.org

CBF offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, health, vision, dental, life insurance, and a tax deferred annuity plan.  The Chesapeake Bay Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.