Executive Director of Alameda County Fair Foundation

POSITION: Executive Director of Alameda County Fair Foundation

SALARY: $ 70,000 - $ 120,000 (Rate is commensurate with commitment hours)

The mission of the Alameda County Fair Foundation is to expand opportunities for youth engagement, create educational programs, and fund capital projects that will strengthen the viability and relevancy of the Fair for future generations. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and a support organization for the Alameda County Fair Association, the Foundation raises funds for projects and programs related to agriculture education. Its current endeavor is raising capital to build The Farm, a new high-tech agriculture education facility at the Fairgrounds.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This is a full -time Exempt position with an option for part -time. Schedule is flexible with the possibility of remote work.

The Executive Director (ED) will develop and implement fundraising strategies for the Alameda County Fair Foundation. The ED will coordinate and work with the Fair Foundation Board and Fair staff to meet yearly fundraising goals through events, grants, membership campaigns, endowments, corporate sponsorships, and capital pledges.

The ED must be self-motivated and goals-oriented. The ED will be supported by the Fair’s management team and resources and will be integrated as a member of the Fair’s operational team. The ED reports directly to the CEO.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops strategies to achieve fundraising goals set with the Foundation Board of Directors
• Clearly communicates the vision and mission of the Fair Foundation and plans for The Farm
• Cultivates and maintains relationships with contributors, potential donors, and partners
• Responsible for overall coordination and operations of the Foundation including meetings, marketing, public relations, and Board member coordination
• Develops current and long-term organizational goals and objectives, and maintains policies and procedures for operations
• Plans and administers fundraising programs and activities

o Administers annual Heritage Membership program, including membership drives, renewal reminders, member appreciation, and incentives

o Develops or coordinates requests for grants

o Oversees preparation and production of all promotional mailings, printed pieces, social media, newsletters, and web content

o Solicits and cultivates strategic donors, sponsorships, capital pledges and special event attendance

o Follows through on donor acknowledgement and appreciation

• Maintains Board agendas and correspondence
• Presents to potential donors and interacts with organizations such as local/county government, business associations, corporations, and trade/professional organizations
• Responsible for tracking and accountability reports related to financials and fundraising operations
• Maintains a professional demeanor and employs an appropriate level of discretion with confidential donor information

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to interact professionally with business and community leaders
• Excellent verbal and written skills for email, phone, web, social media, and in-person communications, tailored for audience-appropriate tone
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (including Excel), Google Workspace, and Auctria platforms
• Independent time and task management skills, with ability to anticipate project needs, discern work priorities, meet deadlines, and work occasional evenings/weekends
• Ability to developing strategic plans and manage a budget
• Enthusiasm for education, agriculture, and/or the mission of the Foundation a plus
• Experience working with nonprofits and/or planning fundraising events a plus
• Proven track record of successful grant-writing skills a plus

The Alameda County Fair Association is a non-profit organization managing the Alameda County Fairgrounds with nearly 300 events held each year. Home to the Annual Alameda County Fair and public and private events including large consumer and trade shows, festivals, corporate events, concerts, graduations, picnics, weddings and other social events.

Alameda County Fair Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all qualified persons to apply.

Please submit your resume to:

jobs@alamedacountyfair.com or by mail: 4501 Pleasanton Avenue, Pleasanton CA 94566 Attn: Jerome Hoban, CEO

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $120,000