Director of Development

Schedule/Hours: Varies

This position is responsible for:

Plans, develops, implements, administers and monitors fundraising programs for an Area Command. Develops and secures funds to achieve/surpass fundraising goals through a variety of financial development strategies and functions including: (1) individual major gifts and individual donor upgrading; (2) corporate gifts and sponsorships; (3) foundation support for specific programs and projects; (4) capital campaigns; (5) special events; (6) United Way Funding; and (7) City, County, State, ad Federal Government grants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintains up-to-date awareness of the latest fundraising strategies and incorporates them into the Area Command fundraising plans and strategies.
• Works with Area Commander, Advisory Board, councils and committees to develop local promotional plans; conducts presentations when needed.
• Assists with Christmas-related fundraising activities.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Ability to meet attendance requirements.

Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.

Ability to understand and manage budgets and financial matters

Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

Employee Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Retirement
• Life Insurance and more!!

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with specialized training in fundraising management AND
• Four to six years’ experience of progressively responsible experience in fundraising and fundraising management OR
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid State Driver’s License

National Society of Fundraising Executives (NSFRE) certification as a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) preferable

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled