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Job Title: Director of Development & Community Engagement

JOB STATUS: 40 hours/week; Non-Exempt

Reports To: Executive Director

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Development & Community Engagement is the senior leader responsible for HSCC's fundraising, communications, and community engagement efforts. They are charged with implementing and overseeing a strategic fundraising plan for the organization, building influential relationships, and directing HSCC's branding efforts - all in service of HSCC's mission and long-term sustainability. They work under the direction of the Executive Director, and with other senior management as part of the HSCC Leadership Team to achieve these goals. The Director leads the Development and Community Engagement team, and in concert with the Executive Director, serves as an HSCC ambassador, cultivates relationships with donors, foundations, grantors, and community partners.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Lead a coordinated, multi-channel and long-range fund development plan to include but not be limited to programs for major gifts, planned and annual giving, capital campaigns, endowments, bequests, special projects and benefit events aligned with HSCC's strategic plan
• Lead HSCC in solicitation of individuals, businesses, vendors, and community organizations, for funding operations, events, and special programs and projects
• Serve as primary relationship manager for major donors and high-capacity prospects, assigning responsibilities to the Executive Director and other team members as appropriate
• Oversee implementation of a stewardship plan for existing donors including donor engagement and recognition efforts
• Work closely with the Executive Director, the Development Committee, and members of the Board of Directors to identify high-capacity individuals and a cultivation process to attain annual fundraising goals
• Plan and execute events, programs, and fundraising appeals to both build the organization's presence in the community and increase its ability to raise the funds necessary to sustain and enhance its mission
• Effectively initiate, analyze, and evaluate data to inform the department's strategic direction
• Ensure that there is a smooth and timely recordkeeping and gift acknowledgement process both in writing and by phone
• Lead a grants strategy that includes local, state and national funding opportunities; including oversight of proposal development, submission and reporting
• Lead an integrated communications and marketing strategy that supports fundraising, program engagement, reaching new audiences, and strengthens HSCC's brand
• Oversee media relations, website, social media, digital content and marketing materials
• Supervise and support the Development and Community Engagement team
• Manage department budgets and resources
• Serve on the senior leadership team
• Serve as the staff liaison the board Development Committee
• Other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Executive Director

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Compassion for animals and human beings, and commitment to the mission, values, and goals of HSCC
• Strategic, detailoriented leader with sound judgment, integrity, and discretion
• Proficient in the use of various MS Office programs, including Excel and Outlook, and various databases. Experience with Bloomerang CRM and MailChimp a plus
• Ability to collaborate and positively interact with colleagues, donors, volunteers, and community members consistent with HSCC's culture
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully orally and in writing

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree required; nonprofit management, marketing, communications, or related field preferred
• At least five years' non-profit financial development experience with demonstrated fundraising success
• Experience, comfort, and success with soliciting individual and corporate donations, building donor relationships, and reaching out to new potential donors
• Proven success at executing development and communications strategy; experience with major donors, capital campaigns and procuring six-figure gifts desired
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a team of two or more people

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS

• Ability to bend, twist, and to lift at least 25lbs
• Extended periods of sitting and computer work

WORKPLACE ENVIRONMENT

• HSCC is a busy animal shelter environment with frequent noise, interruptions, and with the presence of animal dander and potential allergens
• A variety of cleaning agents are used in the facility to ensure cleanliness and the safety of animals and staff
• Occasional travel to off-site events may be required and conditions will vary