Temporary Data Entry Jobs in Highlands Ranch, CO

Description

Non-Exempt Position, Up to 40 Hours Per Week for 16 weeks

Starts Late August

Hybrid Role - 3 days onsite and 2 days remote

Reports to Director of Development Operations

Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) is seeking a passionate, driven individual with the desire to learn, grow, and excel in a culture that values every member of the team. DSF was named one of the Denver's Top Workplaces in 2026 (7 year recipient of Top Workplaces), a testament to our team and to our intentionality in co-creating a positive, inclusive work environment. When you join the DSF team, you will enjoy a supportive, and innovative environment where your work has a profound impact on the lives of students and their families.
 

As a nonprofit organization, DSF's mission is to inspire and empower DPS students to enroll in and graduate from postsecondary institutions of higher education, by providing the tools, knowledge, and financial resources essential for success. By embodying the core values of equity, innovation, leadership, learning, relationships, and integrity in everything we do. DSF strives to be a leader within the community, as we constantly seek to improve our services, we build strong relationships with college staff members, partners, students, team members and the broader community. We are committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, believing in the value and ability of all students and team members.

We seek candidates who will model, live, and reinforce DSF's mission and core values with colleagues, students, families, and the broader community. If you are passionate about the philosophy and mission of DSF, then we invite you to join us and help make college possible for Denver's students.

Job Summary 

This temporary role supports operations for our DSF Growth and Engagement team. This role ensures integrity of donor data, supports accurate gift processing and revenue tracking in partnership with Finance and Growth and Engagement teams.

Ideal candidate for this role is:

• looking for a temporary role 
• wants to learn more about the operational side of non-profit fundraising
• possesses strong attention to detail
• values customer service
• wants to work for a mission and values centric organization  

Job Responsibilities

Donor Data & CRM Management

• Maintain donor records (contact info, activities, moves management stages)
• General database processing and data entry
• Ensure accurate donor activity tracking
• Maintain external fundraising platform profiles
• Document procedures and support cross-training
• Track and report fundraising and communication metrics

Gift Processing, Revenue & Financial Coordination

• Gift processing and donor acknowledgements (letters, notes, call lists)
• Monthly reconciliation with Finance (revenue, pledges, endowment gifts)
• Identify discrepancies and make adjustments
• Provide pledge reports and support pledge fulfillment
• Support invoicing and financial documentation

Portfolio Management & Fundraiser Support

• Focus: Enabling frontline fundraising effectiveness
• Lead quarterly portfolio optimization meetings
• Prepare portfolio analytics and recommendations
• Facilitate group portfolio review sessions
• Support Relationship Managers with pledge follow-up
• Conduct prospect research (major gifts and grants)

Reporting & Analytics

• Generate standing and ad hoc reports
• Prepare portfolio analytics
• Track fundraising performance and trends
• Support data-informed decision making across Development 

Project Management & Team Operations

• Support project timelines for appeals, mailings, and campaigns
• Maintain project management tools for Growth & Engagement
• Coordinate team follow-up and task tracking
• Manage cross-team project execution and communication

Requirements

Required Skills and Abilities 

• 1-3 years of experience with a donor CRM, Salesforce preferred. 
• 1-3 years of experience with fundraising principles and techniques.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office, with high proficiency in Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to remain professional and positive while multi-tasking as accuracy, attention to detail, deadlines, and prioritization are maintained.
• Outstanding interpersonal and diplomatic skills with strong analytical and quantitative abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work well under pressure and additional hours during critical times.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• 1-3 years of demonstrated development experience.

This temporary role is a non benefited position.

As you prepare for your application you will be requested to submit resume, 3 references and answers to the following questions. We recommend you gather and prepare this information prior to the starting the application process. 

• What interests you about this role?
• What are your greatest strengths?
• When reviewing the job description what area do you think  will require additional training?
• How has your background and experience informed your approach to equity and inclusivity? Specifically, how you engage with others and how you use equity and inclusivity in your job responsibilities. Share specific examples to demonstrate.

We will be accepting applicants until 07/27/26 or until filled.

Denver Scholarship Foundation 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. Learn about DSF's commitment to Equity & Inclusion.