Company Information
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Company Name: American School for the Deaf
Website: https://www.asd-1817.org/

Job Information
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Job Title: Senior Administrative Assistant 
Job Type: Permanent
Address:
139 N. Main Street
West Hartford, Connecticut. 06107

Job Description:
REV:    11/01/2021
POST:    11/01/2021

The American School for the Deaf (ASD) is the oldest permanent school for the
deaf, founded in 1817 by Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet and Laurent Clerc. At the
American School for the Deaf, students and families are surrounded by
inspiring peers, guided by dedicated and committed staff, and supported by
robust technology. We foster a language-rich communication environment that
maximizes each student’s potential, empowering them to become educated and
self-directed lifelong learners.

ASD is accredited through the New England Association of Schools and Colleges
(NEASC), as well as the Conference of Educational Administrators of School
Programs for the Deaf (CEASD).

ASD is located in West Hartford, a town recognized as one of the top ten
towns for raising families. West Hartford residents value education,
evidenced by the high quality of public and private schools.  There is also
much to do in West Hartford.  There is a wide array of parks and recreation.
There are pools and hiking trails.  There are historic sites to visit as
well.  If shopping is on the list then Blue Back Square, located in the
center of town, offers many retail stores and a variety of restaurants to
satisfy everyone.

SCOPE OF DUTIES
Under the direction of the Director of Institutional Advancement, the Senior
Administrative Assistant will serve as a resource for general information for
the Department of Institutional Advancement.  Manages the Raiser’s Edge
database to maintain accurate data, assists in the enhancement of ASD’s
social media presence, and efficiently processes paperwork.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Administrative
•Manage Raiser’s Edge database to maintain accurate data and gift records
•Process donations in a timely manner
•Execute timely acknowledgements
•Manage daily administrative tasks, including timely submission of purchase
orders and other required departmental forms
Fundraising:
•Analyze individual solicitation success
•Analyze donor giving trends and complete predictive analysis for planned
giving and major gift solicitation
•Conduct prospect research for individual donors
•Assist with special fundraising campaigns
•Assist with cultivation and stewardship activities

Communication
•Assists in the preparation of general correspondence

Marketing/Public Relations
•Enhance ASD’s social medial presence through regular postings about
school events, initiatives and news
•Complete regular reviews of ASD’s website content to ensure accuracy and
timeliness
Other Related Duties as Assigned



Requirements:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
•Bachelor's Degree preferred, with at least 1-3 years’ experience in an
office setting (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
•Raiser’s Edge Certification preferred
•Fundraising database management experience
•Working knowledge of American Sign Language preferred, or a willingness to
learn.
•Excellent written and oral communications skills required.
•Strong organizational, follow-through, and detail skills required.
•Requires ability to juggle multiple priorities.
•Discretion, tact, and high regard for confidentiality required.




Resume Information
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Applicants should submit the following:: Resume, Cover Letter, Application Form
Majors Desired:: Business, Computing, Graphics/Art/Printing
Degree levels accepted:: Bachelor

Application Information
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Email application materials to:: jobopportunities@asd-1817.org