Boys & Girls Club of Whatcom County
VP of Resource Development
Boys & Girls Club of Whatcom County, Bellingham, Washington, us, 98227
Where passion meets impactAt Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County, our goal is to develop our next generation of community leaders. We are proud to be the largest youth serving organization in Whatcom County and we are always looking for dedicated educators to enrich our classrooms, Clubhouses, and our community. We believe it is important for our team to reflect the diverse neighborhoods we are located in and strive to be a safe, patient place for all kids.
Our organization is actively seeking
a VP of Resource Development
who is passionate about our mission, is a dynamic storyteller, and actively works to foster an environment rich in giving and receiving feedback.
Under the supervision of the CEO, the VP of Resource Development is the Chief Fundraiser for the organization; responsible for leading and executing current and long-range strategies required to build a strong fundraising culture and program that meets annual and long-range goals. The VP of Development will drive a strong revenue-oriented culture based on market-driven targets by leading the development team in planning, managing, and implementing fund development strategies for the organization. They will maintain their own portfolio of assigned major donors and prospects and personally make solicitations. This individual will also fully embody BGCWC's DNA Culture Code and amplify it to their teams. Learn about our DNA code here: BGCWC DNA Code
MINIMUM QUALIFICIATIONS:
Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising, development, marketing, and community relations
Demonstrated experience in managing and implementing a comprehensive fund development program and producing charitable contributions
Demonstrated experience and confidence in asking people to contribute time and money
E-tapestry or similar donor tracking software product experience highly preferred
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, board members, community groups
Knowledge of the mission, objectives, policies, programs and procedures and the principles and practices of non-profit organization
CFRE preferred
Bachelor's degree required
Valid driver's license with clear driving record and consistent access to a motor vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage
Benefits for employees:
Medical insurance for Full-Time (employee pays $81/month for employee only coverage)
Dental insurance for Full-Time (base plan paid 100% by BGCWC for employee only coverage)
Employee assistance program (free to all employees)
Paid time off of 6.5 days first year (increases based on years of service) for Full-Time
Sick Days accrual per WA State Sick Leave Law for part-time employees (1 hr sick accrued for every 40 hours worked)
Part-Time employees accrue paid time off (PTO) with a cap of 37 hours per year
Vision insurance (plan paid 100% by BGCWC for employee only coverage)
Life Insurance/Supplemental/Spouse/Children Insurance available (50% of life insurance premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employee
Short Term Disability (50% of premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employee
Long Term Disability (50% of premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employee
401k plan after 1 year of service & 1,000 hours worked (minimum 21 years of age)
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people's lives. We value diversity - in backgrounds and experiences - and encourage people from all swaths of life to apply. Together we can build great futures for all youth in our community.
Our organization is actively seeking
a VP of Resource Development
who is passionate about our mission, is a dynamic storyteller, and actively works to foster an environment rich in giving and receiving feedback.
Under the supervision of the CEO, the VP of Resource Development is the Chief Fundraiser for the organization; responsible for leading and executing current and long-range strategies required to build a strong fundraising culture and program that meets annual and long-range goals. The VP of Development will drive a strong revenue-oriented culture based on market-driven targets by leading the development team in planning, managing, and implementing fund development strategies for the organization. They will maintain their own portfolio of assigned major donors and prospects and personally make solicitations. This individual will also fully embody BGCWC's DNA Culture Code and amplify it to their teams. Learn about our DNA code here: BGCWC DNA Code
MINIMUM QUALIFICIATIONS:
Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising, development, marketing, and community relations
Demonstrated experience in managing and implementing a comprehensive fund development program and producing charitable contributions
Demonstrated experience and confidence in asking people to contribute time and money
E-tapestry or similar donor tracking software product experience highly preferred
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, board members, community groups
Knowledge of the mission, objectives, policies, programs and procedures and the principles and practices of non-profit organization
CFRE preferred
Bachelor's degree required
Valid driver's license with clear driving record and consistent access to a motor vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage
Benefits for employees:
Medical insurance for Full-Time (employee pays $81/month for employee only coverage)
Dental insurance for Full-Time (base plan paid 100% by BGCWC for employee only coverage)
Employee assistance program (free to all employees)
Paid time off of 6.5 days first year (increases based on years of service) for Full-Time
Sick Days accrual per WA State Sick Leave Law for part-time employees (1 hr sick accrued for every 40 hours worked)
Part-Time employees accrue paid time off (PTO) with a cap of 37 hours per year
Vision insurance (plan paid 100% by BGCWC for employee only coverage)
Life Insurance/Supplemental/Spouse/Children Insurance available (50% of life insurance premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employee
Short Term Disability (50% of premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employee
Long Term Disability (50% of premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employee
401k plan after 1 year of service & 1,000 hours worked (minimum 21 years of age)
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people's lives. We value diversity - in backgrounds and experiences - and encourage people from all swaths of life to apply. Together we can build great futures for all youth in our community.