Development & Communications Manager

Development and Communications Manager Position Description

Position: Development and Communications Manager

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Salaried—permanent

Schedule: Monday through Friday, days

Salary: $55,200 to $60,900, depending on qualifications

Benefits: Eligible for some benefits

Cover letter required. Applications without a cover letter will not be reviewed.

Resumes and cover letters may also be sent to: hr@steppingstonesdc.org.

Summary

Join the Leadership Team of an organization known for its service to Dunn County. Reporting to and coordinating with the Executive Director, the Development and Communications Manager will advance fundraising, donor relations and public relations efforts.

Primary Responsibilities

Development

• Produce and implement annual Development and Public Relations plan, with input from Executive Director and Development Committee.
• Serve as primary staff support for Development Committee and support all fundraising events.
• Build relationships with area businesses and sponsors.
• Coordinate and produce fundraising marketing materials for physical and electronic distribution.
• Build donor list through engagement, campaign, and appreciation efforts.
• Access, update, and utilize donor management software.
• Explore and apply for grant opportunities with community partners.
• Pursue additional fundraising opportunities.
• Manage funding from Public Relations and Fundraising budget lines.

Public Relations

• Document the contributions and work of donors, volunteers, and staff with pictures, video and written words.
• Produce newsletters, monthly e-blasts, social media posts, and press releases, promoting the work that Stepping Stones does for the communities of Dunn County.
• Develop relationships and coordinate with local media to promote Stepping Stones’ visibility in the community.
• Assist with other PR efforts such as website updates, news releases, event flyers, signage, and other communications.
• Engage with service organizations and attend community events, representing Stepping Stones of Dunn County.
• Collaborate with Executive Director to represent Stepping Stones and increase engagement with community organizations and events.

Qualifications

Academic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Preferred education in marketing, sales, public relations, business, graphic design, or similar.

Professional

• Two+ years experience in development, sales, marketing, or related.
• Experience with non-profit organization or human services a plus.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and consistent access to a car.

Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and meeting platforms such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
• Ability to use software to produce creative content, including graphics, for print, email and social media.
• Preferred skill representing an organization on social media platforms.
• Preferred experience with Customer Relationship Management—CRM—or Donor Management platforms.

Personal Attributes

• Must be driven to help others and willing to adapt to the needs of organization and community.
• Must take ownership of professional responsibilities and be able to work independently.
• Must have strong organizational skills and be detail oriented.
• Must be an engaging communicator with written content, one-on-one interactions, and public speaking.
• Must have a positive presence and enjoy doing good work with good people.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,200.00 - $60,900.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

• Menomonie, WI 54751 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person