POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the YMCA of Rome and Floyd County, a leading charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Development Director serves on the CEO’s senior leadership team and provides strategic leadership in financial development to advance the YMCA’s mission through annual giving, major gifts, government and foundation grants, endowment bequests and gifts, capital campaigns, and fundraising events. The Development Director assists the CEO in developing an actively engaged fundraising volunteer board of directors and positions the Y as a community convener and collaborator to address critical social issues.

OUR MISSION AND CULTURE: 
We firmly believe in our mission of putting Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.  Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.  We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Develops and oversees the Y’s annual fundraising plan, including annual campaign, capital campaign, endowment campaign, planned giving, and special fundraising campaigns.

Collaborates with Y Directors to strategize and implement fundraising opportunities and events for the organization.

Develops processes and is actively involved in identifying, cultivating, and solicitating major gift prospects, and maintains database of donors and top community leaders.

Secures financial support from individuals, foundations, and corporations.

Researches and applies for grant opportunities. Coordinates with department directors and CFO to meet grant deliverables.

Develops and maintains ongoing relationships with major donors.

Develops proposals and reports for all foundation and corporate fundraising, and major gift presentations.

Tracks all gifts and pledges by source and purpose and provides reports as needed.

Creates and implements effective communication strategies with compelling messages that inspire others to accomplish the mission and cause with maximum impact. 

Develops communication plans to ensure members, participants, and the community understand the case for support.

Develops and manages Board fundraising capacity.

Other duties as needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization’s values.

 QUALIFICATIONS: 

A bachelor’s degree is preferred. 

3 to 5 years of experience in development with a proven track record for meeting contributed revenue targets, preferably in non-profit sector.

Entrepreneurial spirit able to take initiative and actively seeks to deepen current donor relationships and to forge new ones.

Demonstrated excellence in organizational, managerial, and communication skills.

Working knowledge of giving and charitable vehicles.

Strong verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to write clearly and persuasively.

Demonstrated ability to prospect, cultivate, and manage relationships.

Strong partnership-building.

Event planning skills.

Thorough understanding of all components of a diversified funding base.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.

Completion CPR/First AID/AED training required within 30 days of hire and kept current while employed by the YMCA.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Salary range $55,000 - $75,000 (to be determined by applicant’s experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity and alignment with our Salary Administration Plan).

Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options

Company paid Life insurance and Short-Term Disability

Y Retirement benefit

Flexible schedule

Paid time off package available on date of hire

Y Membership for employee and immediate family

Monthly cell phone stipend

Review of applications will be begin on October 21, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. 

Specific questions about the position may be sent directly to the Director of Finance & Human Resources, Amy Levesque, alevesque@ymcarome.org

Apply online YMCA Rome 

Equal Employment Opportunity

YMCA of Rome & Floyd County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.