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The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Senior Development Coordinator in our Southwest Regional office in Dallas, TX. This role will perform complex administrative support and technical program assistance work. Work involves disseminating information, maintaining filing systems, and performing internal administrative support work. Responsibilities may include training others. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

This is an office-based position that offers a hybrid schedule. Our office is located in Irving, TX.

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.

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• Prepares, interprets, and disseminates information concerning organizational programs and procedures.
• Prepares, edits, and distributes correspondence, reports, studies, forms, and documents.
• Participates in the planning and execution of programs – including but not limited to all pre-party events and social events (Go Red For Women luncheon, Collin County Heart Ball, and Cotes du Coeur).
• Effectively leads and completes website and email projects in an accurate and timely manner as outlined by each campaign’s timeline.
• Develops, coordinates, and maintains record-keeping and filing systems for their area of responsibility.
• Responds to inquiries regarding rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinates meetings, conferences, and seminars.
• May coordinate work between units of the organization.
• May assist in compiling and analyzing data, making calculations, and preparing reports.
• May research, compose, develop, or edit organizational publications such as brochures, forms, and manuals as requested.
• May train others.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• Knowledge of office management principles and practices, administrative procedures, and promotion of programs.
• Skill in using standard computer software programs, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, as evidenced by formal coursework, training, or previous work experience (Will be tested).
• Skill in composing logical, clear, and concise correspondence using appropriate grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Thorough knowledge of business letter writing format, style, and protocol.
• Skill in maintaining and coordinating large amounts of data with precise attention to detail.
• Skill in applying quantitative/numeric/math skills to perform basic calculations such as averages, percentages, and ratios.
• Skill in conducting prospect donor research, including capturing and assimilating information pertinent to assignments using the Internet and other resources.
• Skill in communicating with others internally and externally (high-level volunteers) to effectively carry out essential job functions.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all levels in the organization and outside contact with healthcare professionals, volunteers, and the public.
• Skill in accurately handling confidential and sensitive information with tact and discretion.
• Proven ability in effectively managing multiple priorities involving multiple customers.
• Proven ability in working and making decisions quickly and independently with little to no direct supervision.
• Skill in effectively interpreting programs and plans.  

• High School Diploma/GED required.

• At least 5 years of prior administrative support experience in a related environment.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. These skills are subject to testing.

• Ability to work outside of standard hours, which may involve some evenings and/or weekends, and the ability to travel to local events.

• Ability to lift and/or move large objects (such as boxes) with the expectation that heavier items would be broken down into smaller components, or requesting additional assistance may be required before lifting and/or moving.

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package.  Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.

• Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary.  That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
  
  
• Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs.
  
  
• Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution.  As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.
  
  
• Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program.  Heart U is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
  
  
• Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees.  The number of days will increase based on seniority level.  You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
  
  
• Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees.  This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.

The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.

At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.

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