Position Available: Database Administrator

State Policy Network (SPN) seeks a Database Administrator to support our ambitious direct mail program and development team in our congenial, fast-growing office in Arlington, Virginia. This is a permanent, part-time, paid position (15 to 25 hours per week, on average).

The Database Administrator will:

• Ensure the database's accuracy and hygiene for all data regarding donors, members and coalition partners, making frequent updates whenever necessary
• Enter all donations received by SPN through our direct mail, major gifts and other fundraising programs into the database
• Research contacts at members and other coalition partners to ensure accurate, complete records
• Generate and mail thank-you letters and tax-deduction receipts to donors
• Work with our finance team to process and deposit contributions by check, cash, credit card and wire transfer
• Oversee the filing system for all donor records

The ideal candidate will have the following attributes:

• Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to be a self-starter
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Commitment to stay in this position long term
• Deep understanding of and commitment to the principles of limited government, free enterprise and personal responsibility
• Ability and willingness to perform accurate data entry for long stretches of time
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office software, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience with database administration (especially DonorPerfect or another fundraising database) a plus, but not required

To apply, submit your cover letter and résumé to Michael Ross, Strategic Partnerships Coordinator at ross@spn.org.  No phone calls, please.

Position Available: Coalitions Intern

State Policy Network seeks a Coalitions Intern to assist the coalitions and outreach team in our friendly, fast-growing office in Arlington, Virginia.  This position is ideal for a passionate college student or recent grad that is looking to learn more about external relations, free market policy and the state-based think tank network.

The ideal candidate will be available 20-40 hours a week.  The position is available immediately and will last for the Spring 2012 semester, with possibility for extension into summer.  This is a paid position.

The Coalitions Intern will focus on:

• Tracking policy developments in the states
• Updating database and other list
• Assisting the Coalitions team with special projects
• Representing SPN at meetings
• Event planning assistance
• Administrative tasks and other projects as needed

The ideal candidate will have the following attributes:

• Entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to be a self-starter
• Detail-oriented with a penchant for accuracy
• Team player with upbeat personality
• Flexible and eager to learn with a strong work ethic
• Highly organized
• Preference for a candidate with database and some outreach experience
• Good writing and communication skills
• Interest in freedom and free market policy

To apply, submit your cover letter and résumé to Kathleen O'Hearn, Director of Coalitions ohearn@spn.org.  No phone calls, please.