Careers with the Goldwater Institute:

Development Officer
Job Description

The Phoenix-based Goldwater Institute, just voted Arizona’s “Best Capitol Watch Dog” by the Arizona Capitol Times, seeks a proactive, hard-working, and detail-oriented Development Officer.

The Development Officer is responsible for working with the development team and development consultants in developing and implementing ongoing fundraising initiatives in support of the Institute’s mission. Elements of the Institute’s annual campaign include major donor initiatives, direct response programs, events, foundations, corporate giving, planned giving, and donor relationship.  This position reports to the President/CEO.

Minimum Requirements

--A bachelor’s degree

--Four to six years of related work experience in fundraising, development, politics or public policy work, more experienced candidates may also apply

--Be familiar with the Microsoft Office software suite; InDesign a plus

--Grant writing and online fundraising experience is a plus

--Have excellent writing and oral communication skills

--Enjoy working in a fast-paced work environment and

--Share a personal philosophy compatible with the Institute’s mission and public policy objectives

In addition, qualified candidates must have a proven track record of success in identifying and cultivating donor relationships, be excited to contribute to a growing organization, a strong sense of professional and ethical responsibility and be able to work independently and on a team while handling multiple projects. A results-oriented, team player will find training and advancement opportunities.

Goldwater pays a competitive salary, based on experience, and provides excellent benefits: employer-paid group health insurance, health savings account, long-term disability insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, life insurance, accrued vacation and sick time, and a voluntary dental plan.

Address cover letter and resume and two writing samples to Berry Nelson, Goldwater Institute, 500 E. Coronado Road, Phoenix AZ 85004, or by e-mail to bnelson@goldwaterinstitute.org.  No phone calls please.

The Goldwater Institute is an equal opportunity employer.  www.goldwaterinstitute.org

The Goldwater Institute was established in 1988 as an independent, non-partisan research and educational organization dedicated to the study of public policy.  Through its research and litigation the Institute promotes public policy founded upon the principles of limited government, economic freedom, and individual liberty.

Administration Manager
Job Description

The Phoenix-based Goldwater Institute, just voted Arizona’s “Best Capitol Watch Dog” by the Arizona Capitol Times, seeks a detail-oriented, organized, and experienced Administration Manager.

The Administration Manager will be responsible for front desk reception, management and maintenance of donor tracking software, bookkeeping, interior and exterior building maintenance, phone systems, information systems, maintaining inventory lists, ordering supplies, maintaining a procedures manual, supervising the designated intern program and general office management. This position reports directly to the Director of Finance and Administration.

Minimum Requirements

--An associate’s degree

--two to five years of related work experience, more experienced candidates may also apply

--be familiar with the Microsoft Office software suite, QuickBooks

--enjoy working in a fast-paced work environment and

--share a personal philosophy compatible with the Institute’s mission

In addition, qualified candidates must be able to prioritize tasks, have strong verbal and written communication skills, outstanding customer service, be excited to provide support to a growing organization, a strong sense of personal responsibility and a can-do attitude. A results-oriented, team player will find training and advancement opportunities.

Goldwater pays a competitive salary, based on experience, and provides excellent benefits: employer-paid group health insurance, health savings account, long-term disability insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, life insurance, accrued vacation and sick time, and a voluntary dental plan.

Address cover letter and resume to Berry Nelson, Goldwater Institute, 500 E. Coronado Road, Phoenix AZ 85004, or by e-mail to bnelson@goldwaterinstitute.org. No phone calls please. The Goldwater Institute is an equal opportunity employer. www.goldwaterinstitute.org

The Goldwater Institute was established in 1988 as an independent, non-partisan research and educational organization dedicated to the study of public policy. Through its research and litigation, the Institute promotes public policy founded upon the principles of limited government, economic freedom, and individual responsibility.

Internships with the Goldwater Institute:

Internships and Legal Externships or Clerkships may be available. For more information please check the links below.

Ronald Reagan Fellowship

Scharf-Norton Center for Constitutional Litigation Externship and Clerkship