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- $74,144.51 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- Marketing
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Development Manager

Stark Parks -
Canton, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$74,144.51 a year

Qualifications

Management
Research
Supervising experience
Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

The Stark County Park District is looking for a talented Development Manager to identify and secure revenue to support the mission of Stark Parks and to fund operational, capital, and long-term sustainability expenses of the parks. Revenues should be secured through a variety of sources including but not limited to grants, sponsorships, capital campaigns, donations, annual campaigns, fundraising events and contributions from partner entities such as Friends of Stark Parks (FSP) and Quail Hollow Volunteer Association (QHVA) in order to achieve the goals, set forth in the Park District's mission and strategic plans. This position will work with established nonprofit partners and foundations to attract contributions and seek new opportunities for fund development. Organize and attend special events sponsored by the Park District and other organizations/partners. This position is responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of development in cooperation with the Executive Director and fellow departments in order to move the goals of the Park District forward.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Create and implement a development plan to secure funding for the park district that moves the park district's goals forward.

Develop, maintain, update and enforce a "moves management" system that drives cultivation and solicitation strategies for donors and prospects.

Provides direction in regard to accessing revenue streams available to public health and non-profit sectors. Represents Stark Parks in developing and maintaining relationships with partners in these sectors.

Offers expertise and insight into current best practices in wealth management.

Management skills and strong business acumen, including problem solving, vision, ability to manage multiple programs and meet deadlines, collaboration, leadership, decision making and ability to analyze diverse facts and develop clear and concise reports and recommendations.

Secure and steward annual, major, and planned gifts as well as plans and implements any special and/or capital campaigns.

Research and identify funding prospects. Work with fellow managers, park staff, and with park partners to prioritize funding for the Park District.

Identify potential corporation, foundation, and government grants and maintain timelines for grant submissions, coordinating with other departments to gather information.

Oversees the grant process including research, writing, application and tracking to maintain effective internal controls to maintain reliable and accurate records.

Evaluate existing and potential fundraising activities by benchmarking similarly sized organizations and implementing best practices.

Participates in outside organizations to represent Stark Parks, FSP, and QHVA to keep informed of developments and trends in the parks and recreation, and philanthropy fields.

Serves as liaison to FSP, QHVA to assist in the implementation, and management of fundraising activities including annual giving; endowment and capital campaigns, memberships and special events.

Identify and cultivate relationships with local, state, and federal legislators relating to the mission of the Park District to stay apprised of legislative changes having a potential impact on park funding, including state capital funding cycles, distribution of federal funds and related deadlines.

Propose funding strategies for capital projects, including grants, sponsorships, events and capital campaigns.

Manage CRM database (e-Tapestry) and oversee the record-keeping, files, gift processing, pledges and memberships, and maintain acknowledgement programs. Monitor all donor information; provide and present donor reports to departments and board(s).

Work with the Community Engagement Department to develop solicitation materials for funding initiatives, including website and social media content, to promote opportunities that support the Park District.

Promote donor development and retention through communication efforts including newsletters, annual outreach efforts, and events to encourage engagement among supporters.

Responsible for management of Development Associate to assist in grant writing, the processing of donations, memberships, sponsorships, assistance with events and other duties with the Development Department.

Support and attend special events as needed and all other duties as assigned.

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Ability to communicate with people across departments and throughout the community
Mature professional attitude and considerable discretion, including ability to manage confidential information.
Ability to perform with considerable independence and initiative.
Strong organizational skills and a thorough knowledge of philanthropy
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to make timely and effective decisions
Ability to handle multiple projects at once
Ability to administer donor databases
Effective interpersonal skills

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, Public Administration, or a related field required. Must have prior management/supervisory experience with 8 (eight) years' experience in a professional grant writing and fundraising capacity. Extensive experience with non-profit organizations. Expert level experience with CRM software. Master's Degree Preferred.

Starting Pay: $74,144.51

Must be eligible for employment in the United States. Pre-employment background check and drug screening will be performed.

EOE - M/F/D/V

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