About Lions Tigers & Bears
Lions Tigers & Bears is a federally and state licensed nonprofit sanctuary dedicated to providing a haven for rescued exotic animals and educating the public about the dangers of the exotic animal trade. Located on a 93-acre ranch in Alpine, California, the organization provides lifetime care for lions, tigers, bears, and other rescued animals that have been abandoned, abused, or confiscated from illegal situations.
Founded in 2002, Lions Tigers & Bears has grown into a nationally recognized sanctuary and advocacy organization working to end the exploitation and private ownership of exotic animals. Through responsible rescue, high-quality animal care, community education, and legislative advocacy, the organization seeks to create a world where wild animals live free from abuse and exploitation.
Lions Tigers & Bears operates as a mission-driven organization with a passionate team committed to animal welfare, public education, and donor stewardship. The organization’s fundraising efforts are essential to sustaining animal care operations, sanctuary expansion, educational programs, and advocacy initiatives.
Position Summary
Lions Tigers & Bears is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Gift Processing Coordinator to support the organization’s donor database management, fundraising operations, and administrative functions. Reporting to the Director of Development, this position plays a critical role in maintaining accurate donor and constituent records, processing gifts and donations, generating reports, and ensuring the integrity of organizational data.
The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a mission-driven environment, possesses strong administrative and technical skills, and understands the importance of accurate data in supporting donor engagement and organizational success. This individual should be passionate about animal welfare and conservation and appreciate the vital role donors, members, volunteers, and supporters play in advancing the mission of Lions Tigers & Bears.
Position Duties and Responsibilities
Donor Database & CRM Management
- Enter, update, and maintain donor, member, volunteer, and constituent records within the organization’s CRM and database systems.
- Process donations, pledges, memberships, sponsorships, and other fundraising transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
- Review records for accuracy, completeness, and consistency while correcting discrepancies as needed.
- Maintain donor communication preferences and constituent contact information.
- Assist with donor acknowledgment processes, ensuring gifts are recorded accurately and recognition activities are supported.
- Support data cleanup projects and ongoing database maintenance efforts.
- Monitor database quality and recommend improvements to data management practices.
Reporting & Administrative Support
- Generate routine and ad hoc reports for development, fundraising, membership, and leadership teams.
- Assist with donor prospecting and list management projects.
- Prepare mailing lists, donor reports, and campaign tracking reports.
- Support fundraising events through participant registration tracking and database management.
- Assist with volunteer and membership record maintenance.
- Organize and maintain digital records and documentation related to donor and fundraising activities.
- Provide general administrative support to the Development Department as assigned.
Collaboration & Mission Support
- Work closely with the Director of Development and other team members to support fundraising initiatives and donor stewardship efforts.
- Maintain confidentiality of donor, financial, and organizational information.
- Serve as a positive ambassador for Lions Tigers & Bears and its mission.
- Demonstrate a commitment to animal welfare, conservation, and the organization's values in daily work activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- One to two years of professional experience in data entry, administrative support, database management, customer service, or a related field.
- Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy and consistency.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook.
- Experience working with nonprofit donor databases or CRM systems.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.
- Demonstrated commitment to accuracy and quality in data management.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in business, nonprofit management, administration, communications, or a related field.
- Experience using DonorPerfect is preferred.
- Previous experience supporting fundraising, membership, or donor relations activities.
- Familiarity with reporting and data analysis tools.
- Experience working in a nonprofit, animal welfare, conservation, or mission-driven organization.
- Proficiency in typing with the ability to type accurately at
Working Conditions
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
- Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and navigate uneven terrain.
- Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, and use hands repetitively as required.
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed for events or volunteer activities.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly compensation of approximately $25.00 per hour.
- Benefits package offered in accordance with organizational policies.
- Opportunity to contribute to a nationally recognized animal sanctuary and conservation organization.
- Collaborative and mission-driven work environment dedicated to animal welfare and public education.
POLICY ON PLACEMENT AND RECRUITING
This search is being conducted by The Batten Group, a national executive search and consulting firm dedicated to serving nonprofit and mission-driven organizations.
All candidate inquiries, nominations, and applications should be directed to The Batten Group. Candidates should not contact Lions Tigers & Bears directly regarding this position.
To express interest in this opportunity or to nominate a qualified candidate, please contact:
Jim Batten
President
The Batten Group
704-651-7858
-or-
Courtney Johnson
Executive Recruiter
The Batten Group
980-486-5806
The Batten Group and Lions Tigers & Bears are equal-opportunity employers committed to the principles of non-discrimination in the workplace. Candidates will not be discriminated against on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, or any other basis that is prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
