Development Director

The ALS Association
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Minnesota, St. Paul
Mar 11, 2025
The ALS Association seeks an energetic, mission-driven professional to manage our Walk to Defeat ALS events and other revenue-producing opportunities. As a Directorof Development, the ideal candidate will manage revenue through the Walk to Defeat ALS program, galas, and community events, support statewide Distinguished Events, and performother responsibilities as required or requested. This position manages events in Minnesota, North Dakota & South Dakota and may include events in other states the territory serves. The position will focus on the engagement of constituents, building strong relationships that meet supporters' needs while generating resources for programs and services. Essential Functions: Manage a team of fundraising staff across three states Oversee all aspects of the Walk to Defeat ALS and Distinguished Events, 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 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. Develop presentations, communication materials, and fundraising materials for use in outreach activities in collaboration with the Managing Director of Development. Analyze fundraising data from assigned events to forecast revenue and surface areas of opportunity and challenge. Assist in creating budgets for assigned events and overseeing their management throughout the year while tracking donations to adequately steward gifts. Develop proficiency in the organization's history, structure, objectives, programs, and financial needs. Perform other duties as assigned. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS Bachelor's Degree required. 3-5 years of nonprofit fundraising/development experience with 1-2 years people management experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills 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: The person in this position is responsible for supervising three development staff. QUALIFICATIONS: Reside in Minnesota 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 events. Maintains personal auto insurance. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination may be required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIORNMENT: The employee must occasionally lift and /or move more than 25 pounds The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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.