Donor Services Associate

Organization Southern Environmental Law Center (SELC)

Type Full Time

Final date to receive applications February 8, 2026

College Degree Required? Yes

Salary Range $28.00/hour – $33.00/hour, based on experience. The annualized equivalent is approximately $58,240 – $68,640.

The Southern Environmental Law Center (SELC) is seeking a Donor Services Associate in our Charlottesville, VA office. This individual will join our Development Operations team and report to our Development Information Manager. The Donor Services Associate will ensure accurate and timely processing of donations, maintain data integrity, and deliver exceptional donor services. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful, nationally recognized organization that is effectively addressing some of the most pressing and challenging environmental issues throughout the South and the nation.

The ideal candidate will coordinate donation logistics in Salesforce, manage and resolve donor inquiries through exemplary customer service, and serve as the primary liaison with SELC’s broker about stock transfers and stock gifts. The position manages data hygiene, deduplication processes, and supports donor engagement initiatives while providing operational assistance as needed.

SELC has a hybrid work model that offers employees flexibility to work remotely up to two days per week.

Employment is contingent on successful completion of a criminal background check.

The Southern Environmental Law Center is one of the nation’s most powerful defenders of the environment, rooted in the South. With a long track record, SELC takes on the toughest environmental challenges in court, in government, and in our communities to protect our region’s air, water, climate, wildlife, lands, and people. Nonprofit and nonpartisan, the organization has a staff of over 200, including more than 130 legal and policy experts, and is headquartered in Charlottesville, VA, with offices in Asheville, Atlanta, Birmingham, Chapel Hill, Charleston, Nashville, Richmond, and Washington, DC.

At our core, we are place-based, rooted in our region, and connected with the communities and clients we serve. We believe in an equitable and inclusive workplace that welcomes people from across the rich racial and cultural diversity of our region and allows diverse perspectives to come to the forefront. We approach our work with the highest level of integrity, holding ourselves to high standards with an emphasis on honesty, accountability, and thoughtfulness.

We value collaboration and camaraderie, realizing we are strongest when we work together and knowing that everyone has a critical role to play. We strive for impact through a strategic, bold, pragmatic, and ambitious outlook that is dedicated to achieving powerful results. We believe in these values and in the power of SELC. We hope you consider joining us. Learn more at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

SELC offers salaries competitive with other leading environmental nonprofits nationally and provides an excellent benefits package. The wage range for this full-time and nonexempt position is $28.00/hour – $33.00/hour, based on experience. The annualized equivalent is approximately $58,240 – $68,640, assuming full-time hours. For more details about our benefits package, please visit our Careers page.

SELC is a PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) eligible employer.

All employees are required to reside in our region. SELC will provide relocation reimbursement up to a specific dollar amount for those relocating at least 50 miles from their current primary residence.

To apply,  to be directed to an online application where you may upload your application materials. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and professional references. The initial deadline for receipt of complete applications is Sunday, February 8th, 2026 at 11:59 pm EST.

SELC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace environment. We are eager to welcome new team members who share this commitment. Qualified people of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

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