Development Director

JOB TITLE:  Development Director

NATURE OF WORK: This full-time position will assist the Executive Director by overseeing grant management, funding strategies, and coordinating fundraising and volunteer support under the umbrella of Nome Community Center.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Seek out new grant opportunities, write grant proposals, and assist with compliance of awarded grants
• Design, direct, and implement annual fundraising events and projects
• Research and make formal inquiries for private and public funding sources
• Provide input and support in the development of business plans and budgets
• Collaborate with staff on marketing plan
• Provide oversight and communication for volunteer groups
• Develop and oversee donor relations and recognition and manage donor database
• Establish passive funding sources that align with NCC’s mission
• Assist with project management for capital projects as needed or developed
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate. College degree preferred
• Solid writing and budgeting skills
• High level computer operation skills including word processing, spreadsheets and other business programs using both Mac and PC
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and accept responsibility as assigned
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, to meet the public, and to render service cordially
• Ability to maintain confidentiality as it pertains to agency and staff
• Profound and deep-felt respect and compassion for all people
• Experience with grant writing for private, state, and federal funding

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A degree is desired with experience in grant writing or a related field preferred
• Experience in fundraising and event planning
• Ability to work alone with minimum supervision
• Understanding of and ability to work in a cross-cultural environment
• Knowledge of social issues related to the Nome region, especially pertaining to Nome Community Center’s programs, including homelessness, food insecurity, financial insecurities, drug addiction, marginalization, etc.
• Criminal background clearance required

Occupational Code:
11-2033

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

SALARY RANGE: $62,400.00 - $72,800.00 DOE

EXEMPT from the FSLA overtime requirement

BENEFITS:  Positive work environment, Health Insurance, 403(b), group life insurance, generous paid time off programs

HOURS: Monday – Friday (up to 20 hours per week)

SUPERVISOR: Executive Director