Development Director Jobs

Now is the time to join us and make a difference. Be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Here at the American Heart Association, you matter and so does your career.

We are currently hiring for a Development Director in our Eagan office. The primary responsibility will be to oversee corporate fundraising, volunteer recruitment and management, and digital experience/event management for our Heart of Twin Cities campaign which includes our signature Heart Ball event.

We have a fast-paced sales type of environment with the main responsibility of driving revenue in support of our mission. Competitive salary with incentive potential is offered.

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as training and support locally and through our National Center.

#TheAHALife is our company culture, our way of life, reflecting our diversity and inclusion, our focus on work-life harmonization and our Guiding Values. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued™ at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and at heart.org.

• Prospect and secure local corporate sponsorships, individual donations, and auction items.
• Ability to read, comprehend and analyze number goals, as well as fundraising reports. Skill in use of spreadsheet/database analysis.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Work closely with a Communications Director to develop and manage a promotion/communications plan for the campaign.
• Ability to do daily travel up to 50%.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, including large and small group presentations, group facilitation, and training. Skill in written communications to include clear and concise narrative reports, evaluations, and similar narrative pieces.
• Must have at least basic knowledge and skill with Microsoft Office.
• Identify, recruit and manage executive volunteer leadership including implementing a year-round cultivation plan.
• Develop profiles on the top businesses within the assigned markets with a documented plan to secure their involvement.
• Execute digital experience/event logistics based on national best practices.
• 2 years of relevant experience preferred; college graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply.

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.

• Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
• Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.
• Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success by merit increases and incentive programs, based on the type of position.

• Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. HeartU is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.

• Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
• Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.

The American Heart Association’s 2024 Goal Every person deserves the opportunity for a full, healthy life. As champions for health equity, by 2024, the American Heart Association will advance cardiovascular health for all, including identifying and removing barriers to health care access and quality.

At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity applies to both our workforce and the communities we serve as it relates to heart health and stroke prevention.
This position not a match with your skills? Click here to see other opportunities.
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Now is the time to join us and make a difference. Be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Here at the American Heart Association, you matter and so does your career.
The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as training and support locally and through our National Center.
#TheAHALife is our company culture, our way of life, reflecting our diversity and inclusion, our focus on work-life harmonization and our Guiding Values. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued™ at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and at heart.org.
The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Development Director, School Engagement in our Eastern Region. The position is Home Office based located in the Silver Springs, Maryland or surrounding area. Territory covers 5 Maryland counties including Montgomery, Prince George's, St. Mary's, Charles and Calvert counties. You will work directly with schools in these 5 counties. Under the direction of the Vice President, Youth Market and the Senior Vice President, Youth Market Director, this position is responsible for applying validated sales techniques to acquire new accounts and renew and grow existing accounts related to school fundraising and development. This is done to achieve revenue generation and program goals.
Essential Job Duties

• Responsible for recruitment and cultivation of school volunteers in assigned territory for youth market partnership with the American Heart Association. Supports in developing and working plan with revenue and volunteer recruitment goals, including securing sponsorships and donations.
• This includes typically visiting 5-10 schools each day.
• Performs summer cultivation with school administrators at both the school and district level.
• Establish and maintain superior customer service relations with appropriate contacts within your market area.
• Recruit, train and develop volunteers at multiple levels throughout the schools assigned.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds with the expectation that items in excess of 20 pounds would be broken down into smaller components or additional assistance is required before lifting and/or moving.
• Attend all meetings and trainings mandated or approved by Vice President, Youth Market.
• Ability to do daily travel up to 75%. Includes ability and willingness to accomplish high levels of travel within assigned territory.
• Access to reliable transportation and ability to maintain valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Responsible for the account management and American Heart Association cause promotion in schools that are existing accounts and potential accounts within the K-12 market. Implementing life-saving initiatives; including Kids Heart Challenge and American Heart Challenge programs.

Want to help get your resume to the top? Take a look at the experience we require

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to recruit, train and counsel volunteers to achieve goals and objectives.
• Bachelor’s or some college plus experience. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred. College coursework combined with related experience may be substituted for a degree.
• Must have at least 2 years of experience in outside sales or in a non-profit organization in a similar capacity. This experience may also count towards satisfying this position’s educational requirement.
• Must possess excellent marketing, communication and relationship building skills.
• Must have at least basic knowledge and skill with Microsoft Office 2016 or higher used for word processing, email, presentations, and spreadsheets.
• Skill in written and oral communications, consultation, and comprehensive planning.
• Ability to analyze and forecast sales and other numerical data.

Here are some of the preferred skills we are looking for

• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
• Must be hard-working with a strong desire to succeed
• Ability to collaborate well with others
• Excellent interpersonal skills that lead to positive relationships

Attracting dedicated, committed employees means offering a competitive benefits package, ongoing professional development and training, and a diverse and inclusive environment in which to work and grow. And we do.
The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.

• Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
• Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success by merit increases and incentive programs, based on the type of position.
• Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.

• Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. HeartU is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.

• Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.
• Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.

The American Heart Association’s 2024 Goal Every person deserves the opportunity for a full, healthy life. As champions for health equity, by 2024, the American Heart Association will advance cardiovascular health for all, including identifying and removing barriers to health care access and quality.
At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity applies to both our workforce and the communities we serve as it relates to heart health and stroke prevention.
This position not a match with your skills? Click here to see other opportunities.
EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities
#AHAIND1,