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McGehee School

Summer Camp Lead Counselor

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

Child Development Associate Degree or a Bachelor's Degree in relevant fields. (Required) * Ability to pass background checks and complete licensing training. (Required) * Genuine passion for working ...

KnitWell Group

Sales Associate

Metairie, LA

$13 - $17.50/hr

Our inclusive community of customers and associates champions the acceptance of all sizes, shapes ... TALENT * Own training and self development QUALIFICATIONS * Strong communication and customer ...

Jefferson Parish, LA

CHILD CARE WORKER (2359)

Gretna, LA · On-site

$14.03/hr

Current enrollment in a Child Development Associate (CDA) credentialing program or possession of a CDA credential. Proof of education is required. NOTE: Any conviction listed in the Louisiana Child ...

Ogletree Deakins

2027 Summer Associate

New Orleans, LA · On-site

The goal of our Associate program is to acquaint our Associates with the Firm and its practice and ... Review status of employment law developments and prepare summaries and articles related to new ...

KnitWell Group

Sales Associate

Metairie, LA

$13 - $17.50/hr

About the role As a Sales Associate, you are the ultimate brand ambassador. You create authentic ... Support for your individual development plus opportunity for growth within our family of brands * A ...

PacSun

Sales Associate

Metairie, LA · On-site

$12.50 - $17.25/hr

... development. Our program PacCares supports and partners with organizations that align with our ... The Sales Associate is responsible for generating sales through exhibiting passion for product ...

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How much do development associate jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for development associate in Luling, LA is $48,591.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,700.00 and $54,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Development Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Development Associate, you need strong skills in fundraising, donor relations, and written communication, often supported by a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with donor management databases (such as Raiser's Edge or Salesforce), event planning tools, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are typically required. Attention to detail, organization, and relationship-building skills help you excel in managing multiple tasks and engaging supporters. These abilities are crucial for effectively securing funding, maintaining donor engagement, and supporting the organization's growth.

What are Development Associates?

Development Associates are professionals who support fundraising and donor relations efforts within nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, or similar entities. They typically assist with donor communications, grant writing, event planning, database management, and research on prospective donors. Their work helps secure financial contributions and resources necessary for their organization's mission. Development Associates often collaborate closely with development directors and other team members to implement fundraising strategies. The role is an entry- to mid-level position that offers valuable experience for those interested in nonprofit development or philanthropy.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Development Associate in a nonprofit organization?

Development Associates in nonprofit organizations usually support fundraising activities by managing donor databases, assisting with grant writing, preparing fundraising materials, and coordinating donor communications. They often help organize events, maintain accurate records of contributions, and collaborate closely with senior development staff, program teams, and volunteers. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to balance multiple projects while meeting deadlines. As a key team member, a Development Associate contributes to building relationships with donors and supporting the organization’s mission.

What Is a Development Associate?

A development associate is responsible for overseeing fundraising activities and recording donations, typically for a nonprofit organization. As a development associate, your job duties include generating donations, meeting with potential donors, and developing effective fundraising campaigns. The minimum qualifications to begin a career as a development associate include a high school diploma, although some employers may prefer a bachelor’s degree in business management or public administration. To succeed in this role, you need to possess strong organizational skills, and it helps to have a passion for helping others. Employers prefer candidates who have prior job experience working on fundraising efforts and marketing campaigns for nonprofit groups.

Why is Gen Z struggling to find jobs?

Development associates and other entry-level job seekers in Gen Z often face challenges such as limited work experience, high competition, and employers' preference for candidates with specific skills or certifications. Additionally, economic factors and changing hiring practices can impact their ability to secure positions quickly.
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Market Development Specialist - New Orleans / Baton Rouge / Birmingham

Market Development Specialist - New Orleans / Baton Rouge / Birmingham

Purple

New Orleans, LA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Purple is a digitally-native vertical brand with a mission to help people feel and live better through innovative comfort solutions. To us, comfort means more than great products, it means empowering every employee to feel comfortable being themselves. We believe your career at Purple will be a one-of-a-kind "Career in Comfort" because our workforce is one-of-a-kind. We are committed to a culture of collaboration where every voice is heard and understood. As an innovation company at our core, we believe a diversity workforce brings better insights, solutions and products and serves as the backbone to bettering our company. Join with us as we add to our team of exceptional individuals who will help us take over the world - one mattress at a time.
Compensation
Job Summary
At Purple, we are building a world-class Market Development team that supports the future growth of the Wholesale division by creating raving fans. We believe this team is the backbone of a strong Wholesale Organization.
Job Description
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
  • The Market Development Specialist (MDS) role is focused on making every regional and national account as successful as possible by positioning themselves as the experts who can help maximize revenue growth and grow Purple's Balance of Share (BOS) by giving stores the resources and training needed to sell Purple with confidence and ease.
  • Travel to Wholesale partner stores and conducting store visits to train on Purple products and build relationships with Retail Sales Associates (RSAs) and store leaders every day, developing relationships and maintaining the Purple standards is a critical part of this role. When done effectively, the MDS influences how the brand is represented, the knowledge base of the sales associates who are engaging customers and selling the Purple product, how the product is merchandised and ultimately, increases profit for Purple.
  • When strong relationships are in place, the MDS is welcomed into their retail partners stores and relied on to train, solve issues and build capability.
  • Market Development Specialists have a passion for coaching, training, and selling, demonstrating this passion during calls and in-store visits. Influencing store teams to give Purple the best locations for beds and product accessories is a key responsibility. Executing one-to-one and group trainings, ensuring all RSAs in your assigned stores are highly knowledgeable about Purple's products and are actively recommending them to consumers is critical to a MDS's success.
  • They communicate important initiatives from corporate to the stores and field insights to the account teams. They execute fun and engaging sales incentive programs with RSAs, rewarding top-performing sales associates to grow BOS. They work with store leadership and internal support teams to ensure Purple's brand standards and merchandising are met in every store every time.

Required Skills, Education, Experience:
  • 2-3 years of experience in Indirect Customer Sales
  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Passionate about coaching, training, and selling.
  • Comfortable presenting in front of large groups, including leadership.
  • Sales focused whether selling a product or an idea.
  • Dedicated to bringing a creative & curious approach to problem solving & troubleshooting while challenging the status quo
  • Committed to Excellence: Meticulous about detail and accuracy while working effectively in a fast-paced environment. Able to demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to meet communicated schedules & deadlines.
  • A Collaborator and Team Player: who anticipates and identifies emerging issues and works with team members to assist in the development and implementation of solutions. Able to work on diverse teams or with a diverse range of people effectively.
  • Flexible & Results Driven: Able to manage, adapt, and dynamically prioritize multiple work-streams with a positive attitude. Able to work under pressure and meet goals in a rapidly changing environment.
  • Able to communicate clearly and thoughtfully internally and externally.
  • Dedicated to the mission of Purple and passionate about your desire to improve lives.
  • Proven history of success in developing and implementing market-level sales strategies
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Computer and Software expertise (Salesforce, Outlook, Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Operation of company provided laptop and tablet.
  • Prior experience developing or facilitating training content is highly preferred.
  • Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evenings to meet the needs of the business.
  • Ability to travel daily within market, overnight and airline travel required.
  • A valid driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Residence within your assigned market, or willingness to relocate.
  • Satisfactory completion of a background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record check.

If you're still reading and you check these boxes, we can't wait to hear from you! If you have some but not all, we encourage you to apply and tell us why you're a great fit for our team.
Physical Requirements
Physical activities may occasionally include:
  • Remaining in stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
  • Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds in all directions.

Physical activities may constantly include:
  • Communicating with others to exchange information.
  • Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
  • Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of work assigned.

Environmental Conditions may occasionally include:
  • Noisy open office environment
  • Frequent airline and car travel

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a drug screening and a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
BENEFITS AND PERKS
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) Match
  • Flexible PTO
  • Earn a Mattress
  • Purple Swag
  • Amazing Purple Products

WHY WORK AT PURPLE?
  • Make your mark: We value innovative thinking. At Purple, you will be empowered to bring your ideas to life as we work together to improve people's lives through comfort.
  • Gain unique experience: Be a part of one of the fastest growing companies in Utah! The contributions you make will matter at Purple as the company continues to grow with you.
  • Awesome culture: Join the tight-knit team at Purple and you can enjoy working alongside industry experts, making close friends, and annual employee appreciation events.

Purple provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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