Director of Foundations

Overview

Compensation: $90,000 to $150,000 based on experience and credentials

Location Type: Hybrid, a flexible work model blending in-office and remote working

Position Type: Full Time

The Director of Foundations is responsible for conceptualizing, developing, and facilitating the implementation of projects, donations, grants, and events related to Suncoast’s commitment to the community. This individual develops and administers the grant process for the credit union’s charitable foundations, the Suncoast Credit Union Foundation and the Prosperity Pathways Foundation. Key responsibilities include serving the community by working with representatives from various communities, non-profits, organizations, and neighborhoods with diverse populations and cultures. An ideal incumbent has abilities in multiple areas, including foundation management, budgeting skills, public relations, social media marketing, event planning, thought leadership, content creation, and relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the financial Foundation assets and operating funds by projecting funds availability and administering investments of the Endowment Fund
• Create and maintain standards and procedures for submission and award of grants
• Develop and maintain a recordkeeping system to manage receipt, review, and award of applications and to evaluate post-grant results
• Create and submit executive management reports to track the progress of awarded grants and new grant applications
• Foster internal and external communication, management of the Foundation, and compliance with legal requirements and internal policies
• Maintain compliance with tax rules regarding 501(c)(3) public charities and compilation of data for the annual IRS 990 filing
• Oversee the credit union’s scholarship program including building awareness, overseeing the submission of applications, coordinating application grading, interviewing finalists, and remitting funding to schools for the Suncoast Credit Union Foundation
• Manage the Foundation Executive Committee and Prosperity Pathways Board in partnership with the Vice President of Community Impact
• Participate in other advisory committees to generate awareness and provide access to the credit union and the foundation benefits
• Identify and build relationships with prominent influencers and thought leaders in communities served by the credit union
• Partner with community-based organizations and educational foundations to develop and implement programs that promote the mission, vision, and values of the credit union
• Develop and promote community relations opportunities including developing and implementing programs, and recruiting and engaging staff in these activities
• Liaison with public relations and social media firms related to the foundations
• Represent the credit union in the community as needed
• Serve as a principal representative of the organization, maintaining and developing relationships with key external contacts and the community at large to promote Suncoast Credit Union and the work of its Foundations
• Serve as an organization-wide resource for assistance, providing tools, guidance, and opportunities
• Review and recommend new methods or procedures to make daily operations more efficient
• Perform considerable short-term planning, scheduling, and coordinating to develop and implement business objectives
• Set goals for assigned teams to achieve operational and strategic results
• Provide guidance, mentoring, and development opportunities for directly reporting staff
• Cultivate strong working relationships, build trust among team members, and respond appropriately to employees' concerns
• Assist with the development, monitoring, and maintenance of the annual budget
• Assist with regulatory compliance to ensure work is completed in accordance with applicable laws and government regulations
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of current trends, laws, and issues affecting area of expertise
• Attend educational events to increase professional knowledge
• Complete annual compliance and info security training to understand employees' role in maintaining effective compliance and security programs
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, public relations, or a related field (A comparable combination of work experience and training may be substituted for education requirements.)
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in community work, non-profit foundation management, public relations, or communications
• Demonstrated program development and implementation skills
• Experience in digital marketing, public relations, and social media marketing
• Excellent organization, prioritization and analytical skills to effectively manage areas of responsibility and attain organizational goals
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to interact effectively with members, staff, vendors, and government regulators
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex problems or situations
• Ability to positively influence others regarding policies, practices, and procedures
• Strong knowledge and understanding of credit union products, services, policies, and procedures
• Strong knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance
• Strong knowledge and understanding of credit union computer systems and software applications required to perform job duties
  
  

Benefits

• Financial Well-Being: Bonus Program up to 9%, 401K Matching up to 8%, Retirement Planning, Pay Increases based on Competency, Employee Loan Discounts, Flex Spending Accounts
• Wellness: Medical Coverage, Dental and Vision Coverage, Access to 4,000 Gyms, Mental Health Resources, PTO Wellness Days, Short Term and Long Term Disability Coverage
• Work-Life Balance: 11 Paid Holidays, 3 weeks of Paid Time Off, 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, Birthday PTO
• Community Involvement: Paid Volunteer Hours
• Growth: Degree Assistance up to $5,000 per year
  
  

For more information, including additional benefits, please visit our benefits website at https://careers.suncoastcreditunion.com/benefits

Company Overview

Suncoast Credit Union is consistently chosen as a Tampa Bay Times Top Workplace because its employees genuinely #LOVEWORK! Employees flourish in an inclusive culture celebrating growth and prioritizing the community. Chartered in 1934, Suncoast has never furloughed any employees.

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