Development Coordinator

The Metropolitan Opera is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and existing employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship status, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

• Assist with donor ticket requests, correspondence, mailings, recordkeeping, and other core administrative tasks.

• Support stewardship efforts for key corporate sponsors and affiliate fundraising groups, as well as the Met’s Encore Society.

• Maintain shared documents, digital files, and other department materials to support effective communication and coordination.

• Maintain accurate donor records in Tessitura and help track prospect activity and pipeline progress.

• Assist in developing and updating donor-facing materials and select affiliate group content for the Met’s website.

• Coordinate invitations, RSVPs, staffing, and event logistics for on-site and off-site affiliate fundraising events.

• Provide phone and email coverage for planned giving and general administrative support to the greater department as needed.

• Assist with additional Development events, presentations, and special projects as needed.
• B.A. degree or equivalent.

• 2 years related experience, preferably in arts administration.

• Excellent attention to detail, and strong interpersonal and written skills required.

• Proficient with all basic computer programs, including Outlook and Microsoft Office. Experience with donor databases, particularly Tessitura, a plus.

• Must be interested in the performing arts, with knowledge of music and/or opera a plus.

• Proficiency in Korean and other languages, a plus.
• Ability to work well with all personality types and be collaborative with colleagues and management at all levels and across multiple departments.

• Growth-oriented mindset and ability to take initiative.

• Superior organizational/time management skills.

• Capable of working quickly and adapting readily to changes in priorities.

• Willingness to work nights and additional weekend hours as needed.