Director of Development

For over 51 years, Elder Care Services has been fulfilling our mission to improve the quality of life for seniors and their caregivers in the Big Bend. Elder Care Services currently serves as the Lead Non-Profit Agency for in-home services in Leon and Wakulla and surrounding counties.

Our comprehensive services provide community based, compassionate care for a broad spectrum of seniors. For active seniors, we provide an avenue to stay engaged in the community through volunteering placement. For families beginning the aging process, we are an advocate and trusted resource. For frail and homebound seniors, we continue to provide a variety of services that promote independence and safety while individuals age in place.

We are looking for a highly detailed and enthusiastic Director of Development! As our Director of Development, you will have the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of seniors in the Big Bend area. We will provide an annual salary and a full benefits package (see below for details). We are specifically looking for someone who is organized and responsive and looking to make a difference in the lives of others.

If this describes you, please read on!

When applying for a new job, we feel that it’s important for you to know about the workplace culture. You can read About Us on our website: https://www.ecsbigbend.org/about

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and experience in non-profit development
Minimum of three years of experience in community development and/or fundraising with a record of accomplishment
Interest in supporting social services for older adults
Administrative and supervisory skills
Resource development and public relations experience
Ability to work on a team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High energy level with a positive attitude and enthusiasm; excellent interpersonal skills; polished and professional language
Excellent computer skills, with a working knowledge of MS Office, email, and fundraising software
Available to work hours beyond the usual workday of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. when necessary
Role and Responsibilities

Maintain accountability and ensure compliance with all regulations and laws, as well as the code of ethics for fundraising professionals.
Work with the CEO, COO, governing board, and leadership team to facilitate short and long-term strategic plans including an annual development plan
Create and execute a development calendar for the year including newsletter topics and schedule, donation appeals, agency events, social media postings, graphics, annual report, and media events
Oversees and monitors department budget
Manage all gift correspondence and donor data utilizing donor management software, including timely acknowledgments, pledge payment reminders, pledge agreements, and donor reports
Cultivate and steward donors and institutional prospects in pursuit of agency goals
Participates in policy development for endowments, planned giving, gift acceptance, and gift designations
Responsible for all special events, including but not limited to Oktoberfest, Big Wheels, Best Friends Bistro, and Elder Elf
Manages public relations activities including outreach events
Provides administrative support and other project and agency-related assistance required by the COO and CEO
Perform other duties as assigned by the President/CEO.
Benefits Include:

Health insurance premiums paid mostly by the company (options to add spouse and dependent children)
Life insurance paid for at 100% for employees (options to add spouse and dependent children)
403(b) retirement plan
A 5% employer retirement contribution beginning after one year of employment
Options for dental, vision, and supplemental coverage (short-term disability, cancer, accident, and hospital)
12 paid holidays per year
Two weeks of Paid Time Off days per year; accrual rate increases with tenure
Holiday bonuses
A 37.5 hour workweek with 7.5 hour days Monday-Friday – no weekends
A friendly, inclusive, and helpful team environment
Note: All positions require a mandatory pre-employment drug screen and criminal history check. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Elder Care Services participates in E-Verify.

ADA, EEO, Drug-Free Workplace

***Due to a high call volume and fast-paced office atmosphere, the employer kindly requests no phone calls in regards to this job posting.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Application Question(s):

How many years of experience in non-profit development do you have?
How many years of experience do you have in community development and/or fundraising ?
Education:

Bachelor’s (Preferred)
Work Location: In person