Job Title: Donor Relations Director

Reports to: Executive Director

Position Status: Full-time (35 hours a week), Non-Exempt

Location: On Site

Position Summary

 The Donor Relations Director is responsible for the development and execution of cultivation activities that contribute to the long-term growth of the Community Foundation of Shelby County. This position is about helping people give to better the community and, as the go-to person to assist with giving, is key to bringing awareness of Community Foundation services and opportunities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

· The primary focus is to identify and develop relationships with prospective donors.

· Assist donors with establishing and growing a fund, from inspiration to fund agreement stages.

· Maintain strong relationships with fund donors through continued contact and customer service.

· Pursue and cultivate relationships with professional advisors regarding charitable giving and services offered through the foundation to assist them with their clients’ giving.

· Build awareness of the Community Foundation through print and digital publications and social media.

· Maintain an awareness of community happenings, issues and culture.

· Represent the Foundation at community, donor, professional advisor and grantee functions, some of which may be held after normal business hours.

Essential Skills and Experience

· A Bachelor’s degree preferred.

· A minimum of 5 years of experience cultivating long-term customer/client/donor relationships.

· Ability to communicate effectively at a professional level, both orally and in writing.

· Proven ability to exercise sound judgment and provide excellent customer service to existing and prospective donors, community leaders, professional advisors and representatives from non-profit organizations. 

· A willingness to learn about giving vehicles and laws that impact nonprofits and individuals.

· Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact successfully with individuals having diversity in a variety of areas including age, ethnicity and socio-economic background.

· Maintain regular working hours with some flexibility.

· Willing to be part of a team that collaborates, assists one another and supports the positive culture of the Community Foundation.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and a willingness to learn industry-specific software.

About The Community Foundation of Shelby County

The mission of the Community Foundation of Shelby County is to inspire donor generosity and transform it into meaningful, lasting impact through charitable gifts.

The Community Foundation of Shelby County is a $62 million public foundation that currently hosts 250 charitable funds established by local residents and organizations to provide support for favorite causes or charities. Established in 1952, it remains the only community foundation in Shelby County, Ohio and administers funds serving all county communities as well as other communities within our region. We are stewards of donor dollars, protecting and growing assets and ensuring that the wishes of our donors are carried out while maximizing income, gift and tax benefits.

Please submit a resume to Marian Spicer, Executive Director at mspicer@commfoun.com or mail to:

Marian Spicer

Community Foundation of Shelby County

100 S. Main Ave, Ste 202

Sidney, Ohio 45365