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Director, Development (WI, MI, or IN)

The ALS Association
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/24/2025

Established in 1985, The ALS Association is the only national nonprofit organization fighting ALS on every front. By leading the way in global research, providing assistance for people with ALS through a nationwide network of chapters, coordinating multidisciplinary care through certified clinical care centers, and fostering government partnerships, The Association builds hope and enhances quality of life while aggressively searching for new treatments and a cure.

  • This is a remote position based out of Wisconsin, Michigan, or Indiana

POSITION SUMMARY :

The ALS Association is seeking an energetic, mission-driven professional to manage our Walk to Defeat ALS events and other revenue-producing opportunities. As a Director, Development, you'll be responsible for managing revenue through the Walk to Defeat ALS program, Gala's, community events, as well as supporting statewide Distinguished Events and other responsibilities as required or requested. This position includes Wisconsin, Michigan & Indiana and may include events in other states the territory serves. The position will focus on the engagement of constituents across both areas, building strong relationships that meet the needs of supporters while generating resources for programs and services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Manage a team of fundraising staff across 3 states
  • Oversee all aspects of the Walk to Defeat ALS & Distinguished Events as needed. Including but not limited to developing engagement and fundraising strategies that drive revenue, budget management, donation tracking, logistical planning, and execution.
  • Cultivate, develop, and manage event relationships to maximize fundraising and awareness through events / activities.
  • Assist in developing engagement and fundraising strategies that drive revenue, budget management, donation tracking, logistical planning, and execution.
  • Along with your fundraising staff, grow corporate partnership initiatives including prospecting, cultivation, developing custom proposals, securing commitments, stewardship, and retention.
  • Represent The ALS Association at community events to bring awareness to programs and services.
  • In collaboration with Managing Director of Development, develop presentations, communication and fundraising materials for use in outreach activities.
  • Analyze fundraising data from assigned events to forecast revenue, as well as surface areas of opportunity and challenge.
  • Assist in the creation of budgets for assigned events and oversee their management throughout the year while tracking donations to adequately steward gifts.
  • Study and understand the history, structure, objectives, programs, and financial needs of the organization.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Managing Director, Development.
  • REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS :

  • Bachelor's Degree required.
  • 3-5 years of nonprofit development experience with 1-2 years management experience preferred
  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Organized with effective prioritization and attention to detail
  • Flexible, adaptable, with an ability to effectively work in teams
  • Understands and implements an integrated fundraising / development approach to best advance the mission
  • Proven and impactful experience in special event fundraising (Walk & Gala preferred); experience and ability to recruit and secure corporate sponsors and teams
  • Great relationship and interpersonal skills; loves working with people and proven ability to build and manage relationships that help advance an organization's mission through fundraising and donations
  • Goal-oriented and high degree of self-initiative, motivation and discipline
  • Strong computer / technology skills including MS Office, database management, and other web-based software programs
  • SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • This position is responsible for supervising 4-5 development staff.
  • QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Reside in the territories Market
  • Possess knowledge of community resources.
  • Possess excellent organizational skills.
  • Possess strong communication skills.
  • Possess basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Experience with SharePoint and / or Salesforce a plus.
  • Flexibility and availability to work some evenings and weekends as needed for special programs.
  • Maintains personal auto insurance.
  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT :

  • The employee must occasionally lift and / or move more than 25 pounds.
  • PAY TRANSPARENCY :

    The ALS Association's pay range for this positionis $77,243 - $96,122 annually.

    The ALS Association has compensation ranges for various work locations throughout the United States, allowing us to compensate employees competitively and consistently in diverse geographic markets. The above-listed listed range shows prospective compensation for this role; the appropriate range will be established by what is eventually determined to be the candidate's primary work location. Various factors, including the complexity and significance of the role, job duties / requirements, relevant experience and abilities, and primary work location, determine individual compensation. Compensation ranges are evaluated and typically adjusted on a regular basis. Offers are made within the compensation range that is in effect at the time of the job offer.

    The Association may, at its discretion, offer merit-based increases tied to individual performance. The benefits listed may differ depending on employment status with the Association. Healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with employer match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well-being benefits, paid time off and several paid holidays are available to Association employees, among other benefits.

    We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    The ALS Association endeavors to make www.als.org accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please email onlineaccommodations@alsa-national.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

    The ALS Association highly encourages their employees to be fully vaccinated, as considered per the CDC guidelines, with the COVID-19 vaccination. Requirements to have or obtain a COVID-19 vaccination may be applicable by state, local, and other federal orders or applicable lawful requirements by third-party clinics, vendors, or events attended on ALS Association business. If applicable, proof of vaccination will be required, unless approved for a legally required exemption by The ALS Association.

    Salary : $77,243 - $96,122

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