EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Positions Available
Director of Development
Basic Functions
The Director of Development is a senior-management level position within PADS that is responsible for the creation and implementation of a mission driven, strategic fundraising plan that integrates with the overall organization plan. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Development will be responsible for achieving fundraising goals with support from the Board of Directors and other key staff members as appropriate. In addition, the Director of Development will be responsible for strategic marketing initiatives and external communications.
Position Responsiblities
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General
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- Maintain a professional and effective relationship with all individuals and agencies in the interest of PADS Lake County, Inc.
- Skilled at multi-tasking and managing several priorities at once
- Maintain effective communication with staff and board members
- Comply with PADS Lake County policies as detailed in personnel handbook
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Fundraising
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- Handle all private fundraising initiatives including Major Donor Cultivation, Stewardship, and Solicitation, Private Foundation and Corporate Fundraising, Fundraising Event Production, Direct Mail Appeals, Board Development, and others as needed
- Provide grant management oversight, both government and private, and ensure proper monitoring and reporting
- Engage in prospect research for private donors including individuals, families, and/or foundations
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Donor Relations
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- Oversee Donor Database input, coding, and reporting (and support these functions as needed)
- Oversee donor communications, and ensure timely mailing
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Staff Leadership
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- Provides general supervision and leadership to Development Staff
- Outlines responsibilities and develops performance measures for staff
- Facilitates regular and special meetings of "Development Team"
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Marketing
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- Responsible for developing and implementing a strategic marketing and external communications plan including: print newsletters; e-newsletters; website; social media; and press/media relations
- Attend relevant community meetings
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Other
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- Open to scheduling flexibility in order to meet agency needs; job may require evening and weekend hours
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as required
- Other duties as assigned
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Skills
Strong leadership and management skills such as coaching, supervising / Experience using PC, desktop publishing software, and other office equipment for successful job performance / Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle administrative activities / Strong verbal and written communications skills
Education: Minimum Bachelor's Degree in relevant field; Preferred Master's Degree
Experience: 5+ years, preferably in a similar social service field. Advanced education may be substituted in lieu of experience.
Immediate Supervisor: Executive Director
Hours Worked: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday
Salary Range: Based on experience and qualifications
Additional Information
Please submit a resume and cover letter, along with a PADS Lake County Employment Application to employment@padslakecounty.org
Submission Deadline - Until Filled.
PADS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
PADS Lake County Employment Application
