Director of Development

YMCA
Salary
$65,000.00
$80,000.00
How to Apply
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Join a mission-driven team at the YMCA, a leading nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening communities every day.
Job Description

For over 40 years, Central Lincoln County Y (CLC Y) has been dedicated to improving the quality of life for all. There is not a more exciting, cause-driven organization to belong to, raise a family in, work or volunteer for, or donate. Our connections to our community hold us together, offer support, and give us an important sense of belonging. CLC Y, with an operating budget of over $3M and over 80 staff, is a thriving non-profit organization serving more than 3,800 members and program participants with a range of activities. Emphasizing the four core character development values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, we are committed to strengthening our communities by nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. We deliver subsidized services to adults and families in need and deserving children of the Central Lincoln County region.

The Director of Development plays a vital leadership role in advancing the mission of the YMCA through strategic fundraising and donor engagement. In collaboration with the CEO, directors, and volunteers, this position designs and executes comprehensive development strategies including annual campaigns and special events. The Director fosters strong relationships with donors, community partners, and staff while providing guidance and training to strengthen the Y’s philanthropic efforts. This role ensures financial accountability, supports cross-departmental collaboration, and upholds the YMCA’s values of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Qualifications

Essential Experience and Skill Requirements:

  • 5-10 years of experience in related field.
  • Excellent leadership skills.
  • Team player, with superb interpersonal skills. An ability to partner with co-workers and work with the public in a positive and friendly manner and resolve conflicts as needed.  
  • Self-starter with the ability to multi-task, lead others, work independently and adapt to changing circumstances in a fast-paced environment.
  • General computer skills with the ability to effectively learn and use new software.
  • Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record with access to personal vehicle preferred.

Essential Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or the equivalent in education and closely related work experience. 
Essential Functions

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Collaborates with the CEO and Directors to promote healthy living, social responsibility and youth development. Serves as a role model for staff, participants and the community.
  • Collaborates with the CEO on strategic planning to create and leads staff and volunteers in the creation and execution of fundraising budgets, campaigns and events for the advancement of the Y. Provides the highest level of customer service while ensuring safety, licensing requirements and the Ys reputation. Serves on committees and task forces. Adheres to all policies and standards.
  • Works with CEO and Finance department to develop and implement financial and organizational strategies, procedures, and responsible budgets. Provides monthly feedback for any material budget variances. Manages grants and deliverables.
  • Leads and trains board members, directors, and volunteers in Y fundraising efforts, including the annual fundraisers to support mission-based programs and applying for grant opportunities.
  • Designs and implements fundraising strategies, including developing marketing materials to promote campaigns and distribute as appropriate. Identifies, cultivates, and solicits gift prospects. Executes plan, including mail and email appeals and donor communications.
  • Collaborates with directors to ensure coordinated efforts and fulfillment of promises to donors.
  • Supports directors with managing special events and departmental fund raisers.
  • Leads staff and/or volunteer recruitment, communication, development, and management with fundraising activities.
  • Proactively builds effective, authentic relationships with staff, volunteers, participants, and community partners and connects them to the Y. Establishes and nurtures donor relationships, focusing on major and mid-level donors and corporate sponsorships.
  • Partners with staff and volunteers to ensure operations are safe and clean at all times.
  • As a Mandated Reporter, recognizes signs of abuse or neglect and reports to supervisor and the appropriate authorities.
  • Manages financial aspects of fundraising, including soliciting, receiving, logging and reconciling all gifts.