Chief Community Officer

ABOUT MARYHURST

Maryhurst, founded in 1843, is Kentucky's oldest nonprofit organization focused on supporting children and families in crisis.? Maryhurst is a statewide leader known for developing bold innovative services to support the most vulnerable children and families in Kentucky.? The next few years will be an exciting and transformational time for the agency as we embark on a new long-term strategy to position ourselves for the future.? Along with our nationally recognized residential programs, we aim to continue investing heavily in our community-based programs supporting vulnerable children and families, continuing to invest in becoming an anti-racist organization, and building high-impact, integrated partnerships focused on community-level change. Maryhurst enjoys a strong community brand and is known for excellence and quality programs and services. Innovation and creativity reign and the financial outlook is very positive.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The position was established two years ago to reflect the growing importance of Maryhurst's engagement with the community. Thanks to an expanding development team, greater emphasis can now be placed on community partnerships and advocacy allowing the CCO to focus efforts in these areas. Since 2022 thanks to strong relationships with elected officials and government partners, Maryhurst has attained an additional $9 million in governmental support through their advocacy efforts. This individual will also be responsible for working closely with Board leaders, providing guidance on key projects to ensure Board skillsets are maximized. The work of the CCO will focus evenly on business development/external relations, advocacy/government relations and fundraising strategy.

This position oversees a team of eleven and directly supervises a team of four: VP for Development, Director of Marketing and Communications, Director of Foundation Relations and Community Partnership Coordinator. The successful candidate should have a deep knowledge of best fundraising practices; however, the VP of Development will oversee the daily activities and maintain a portfolio of donors along with the President/CEO. Maryhurst will be embarking on a campaign soon, and the CCO will be responsible for oversight of the campaign.

This position reports to the President/CEO.

CANDIDATE PROFILE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maryhurst seeks a Chief Community Officer who has the skills and ability to embrace and lead these functions:

1. Fundraising

Oversees the strategic direction of fundraising operations and provides support to the Vice President of Development and the development team in achieving annual goals related to fundraising.

1. Community Relations

Leads agency in strategic community relations activities including the development of strategic partnerships, supporting the President/CEO's community presence, and ensuring the agency is positioned as a strong community partner.

1. Advocacy and Government Relations

Leads the development and execution of an advocacy and government relations plan focused on ensuring strong relations with elected officials, government partners, and securing appropriate resources related to fulfilling the agency's strategic plan.

1. Board Relations

Supports President/CEO and provides leadership on key projects to ensure that we are maximizing the skills, resources, and networks of board members to further Maryhurst's mission.

1. Communications

Ensures that the right strategic investments are being made to achieve our goals in relation to external and internal communications.

Oversees other strategic projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in marketing/business, nonprofit administration or a related field from a school accredited by an accrediting body of the Council on Higher Education Accreditation.
• At least 8 years professional experience in fundraising, communications, or related field.
• Proven ability to achieve results through effective supervision and development of direct reports.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Enthusiasm to meet new people and draw them into our mission.
• Entrepreneurial spirit including the willingness to take calculated risks and understand that failure is an important part of success.
• Positive "Can Do" attitude.
• Intermediate knowledge of computer software applications.
• Basic competency in Microsoft Office and Excel for Windows is required. Knowledge of Blackbaud database system preferred (or similar donor management databases).
• Experience in community advocacy and/or government relations.
• Strong interest and proven track record of relationship building with community partners.
• Exceptional time management and detail-orientation skills.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen.
• Successful completion of a background check.
• Successful completion of a TB test or proof of a negative chest X-ray.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Maryhurst is prepared to offer a competitive salary in the range of $100,000 - $130,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, and company paid short- and long-term disability, Maryhurst also offers a 403b program with a 3% match that can be applied to retirement contributions or cover student loan repayment, as well as paid time off for vacations and holidays and embraces a flexible work schedule.

Maryhurst is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, age, creed, sexual orientation or any other protected class.