Development Director

Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.

The American Lung Association has an excellent opportunity for a Development Director. Working as a member of the Development department, you will join an outstanding group of professionals dedicated to our mission : to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through research, education, and advocacy.

Location : The position is located at the American Lung Association’s Orlando, Florida office and will be a hybrid of in-person and virtual work.

Responsibilities :

• Serve as local market co-lead, assisting with identifying, recruiting, and engaging Leadership Board. Provide guidance, support, materials, reports, and assistance in implementing annual work plans while ensuring the ongoing development of a strong and participatory Leadership Board.
• Responsible for raising funds through special events, individual & corporate giving, non-governmental grants & other income sources utilizing the implementation of best practices.
• Develop, implement, and monitor plans to meet area fundraising goals. If necessary, be prepared to develop a contingency plan to successfully meet fundraising goals and complete activities.
• Ensure revenue goals are attained by identifying, recruiting, managing, and stewarding high level volunteer committees.
• Implement local fundraising events including securing sponsors & recruiting fundraising participants. Recruit, train & supervise development staff & volunteers.
• Provide recommendations for area development budget & innovative ways to accomplish goals. Submit timely program reports.
• In collaboration with the Executive Director, ensure the creation of a strong corporate committee comprised of corporate community leadership volunteers capable of increasing sponsorships and corporate support.
• Launch and oversee subcommittee to execute logistics and boost recruitment in surrounding areas.
• Coach corporate team captains and fundraising volunteers.
• Supervise Development Manager ensuring volunteer recruitment, e-communications, accounting coordination, expense tracking and adherence to the timeline for a successful event.
• Responsible for cross-functional collaboration with Mission staff to ensure robust representation at all fundraising events.
• Oversee event solicitations. Oversee budget and logistics preparation. Work closely with a variety of vendors and venues necessary for event execution.
• Oversee and manage event project timelines. Monitor and prepare ongoing event progress reports. Evaluate event results and use analysis to prepare recommendations for future events as needed.
• Recruit, manage and coach community event team captains and volunteers. Cultivate relationships and effectively engage volunteers. Work with the Development team to cultivate event attendees.
• Work with Marketing / Communication team to solicit media partnerships.
• Work closely with regional and national colleagues.
• Complete special projects as assigned by Executive Director or Division Vice President.
• Oversee all local office building operations and maintenance.

Qualifications :

Compensation : Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. The target hiring range for this position is between $65,000 and $73,000 per annum.

Benefits : The Lung Association offers a comprehensive benefits package including :

Questions? For more details about this role please reach out to alahr@lung.org.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The American Lung Association is committed to employ, in its best judgment, the most suitable candidates for approved positions while engaging in recruitment and selection practices that are in compliance with all applicable employment laws. We are an equal opportunity employer : women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Policy Statement

It is the policy of the American Lung Association to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to their race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or physical and / or mental disabilities, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This policy applies in all Human Resources actions including recruitment, selection, evaluation, promotion, compensation and training.

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Salary : $65,000 - $73,000