Database Administrator, Imagination Stage, Bethesda MD

The Database Administrator's primary responsibility will be to administer organizations database systems. As a key member of the team, the Database Administrator will utilize Raiser's Edge to streamline organization processes and procedures, import new records, manage custom reports, and prepare staff with analysis and updates. The candidate will report directly to the Managing Director.

Primary Tasks and Responsibilities include:
• Provide database administration to assure that the Raiser's Edge database supports the transactional and informational needs of the organization.
• Ensure that the processing, tracking, reporting, and acknowledgement of gifts are performed in an accurate and timely fashion. Import of new records and general database clean-up will be required on a regular basis.
• Coordinate with team members for new or modified report needs.
• Build and run unique queries, analysis reports (including Crystal), exports, mailing lists and other items as needed by team members.
• Monitor and manage the performance of the database to assure efficient operation.
• Keep all database users up-to-date, informed, and confident of data issues and processes.
• Document standard procedures for Raiser's Edge use.
• Stay current on professional, technical, and evolving work related issues; serve as a resource for advice or information on best practices to colleagues.
• Work with the Director of External Affairs and the Associate Director of Patron Services to build seasons and events in The Patron Edge.
• Ensure that all events and updates are posted to The Patron Edge Online in a timely manner.

Qualifications:
• Two to five years relevant work experience in database administration in a nonprofit, marketing, or fundraising environment.
• Superior proficiency with The Raiser's Edge and Patron Edge (or similar ticketing) software, be proficient in SQL, Crystal, Excel, Word, HTML, and have a thorough understanding of database importing/exporting, especially across different platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new systems.
• Significant experience developing, implementing, and improving processes/procedures.
• Outstanding organization skills, including managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to prioritize work, be proactive, take initiative, and resolve problems.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to interact collaboratively with staff in an organization with diverse concerns and needs.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Solid analytical and project management skills.
• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university with preference of degree in Information Technology or similar field or equivalent experience.
• Should be a team player and have the ability to work with a variety of individuals.

Compensation:
$40k + excellent benefits

To Apply:
Please e-mail your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to jobs@imaginationstage.org