Business Development Representative

SOUTH NEW JERSEY BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT REPRESENTATIVE DEPARTMENT: Business Development REPORTING TO: Kim Willey, Director of Business Development JOB PURPOSE: Build meaningful partnerships with businesses, organizations, churches, and community leaders who believe in the mission of The Bridge and want to connect their organization with our growing audience in Southern New Jersey. LOCATION: Ocean View, NJ (southern New jersey) EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full Time BENEFITS HIGHLIGHTS: Medical reimbursement, Retirement Plan w/ 401K match, Dental & Eye insurance, Paid Holidays, PTO The Bridge is looking for a motivated, relationship-driven professional to join our team in Business Development for southern New Jersey. This role is about more than selling sponsorships. It is about building meaningful partnerships with businesses, organizations, churches, and community leaders who believe in the mission of The Bridge and want to connect their organization with our growing audience. The right person will have a heart for Jesus, The Bridge, Christian ministry, a passion for people, and the drive to develop new business relationships while serving existing partners with excellence. Main Duties & Responsibilities As a part of the Business Development team, you will: Identify and develop relationships with prospective business partners, underwriters, and sponsors. Prospect for new business through phone calls, texts, email, networking, community involvement, referrals, and face-to-face meetings. Meet with business owners and decision-makers often to understand their goals and determine how The Bridge can help them connect with our audience. Present customized underwriting, sponsorship, digital, event, and promotional opportunities. Develop proposals and partnership packages that meet both the needs of the client and the mission of The Bridge. Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with existing business partners. Manage renewals and identify opportunities to grow existing accounts. Work with The Bridge programming, promotions, digital, and leadership teams to ensure sponsorship commitments are fulfilled. Maintain accurate records of prospects, client communication, proposals, contracts, and activity thru our CRM. Participate in community events, networking opportunities, and station activities. Work toward established monthly and annual revenue goals. Ensure underwriting messages and sponsorship opportunities are consistent with FCC regulations and The Bridge’s standards. Attend staff meetings and other functions at the Delaware offices as needed. Occasionally be required to work nights and weekends. The Bridge Is Looking For Someone Who Has a belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior and is dedicated to continued spiritual growth evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (daily prayer, devotions, fellowship, church attendance, Bible study, etc.) Has a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training in business development and sales preferred but not required. Has 3-5 years previous experience in business development and sales preferred. Has a personal commitment to the mission and Christian values of The Bridge. Enjoys meeting people and developing genuine relationships. Is self-motivated, organized, and goal-oriented. Can confidently communicate the value of partnering with The Bridge. Is willing to prospect consistently and develop new business. Understands that successful sales are built on listening, serving, and creating value for the client. Works well independently while also being an active member of a ministry team. Has strong computer and smart phone skills and the ability to learn the latest technology quickly. Strong South Jersey connections are essential to this role. The ideal candidate has deep roots in the region, extensive knowledge of the South Jersey business community, and a well-established network of local relationships. You know the market, you know the communities, and chances are, when you walk into a local business, you already know someone—or know someone who does. Previous experience in radio, media sales, advertising, sponsorship sales, fundraising, business development, or outside sales is preferred, but we are also interested in candidates with strong relationship-building abilities and a proven record of success in other industries. Compensation This is a compensated sales position with an opportunity for performance-based income. Compensation structure, benefits, schedule, territory, and other employment details will be discussed with qualified candidates. Join The Mission If you are energized by meeting people, developing business relationships, serving your community, and helping connect people to Christ, we would love to hear from you. To Apply Please submit your résumé and a brief introduction explaining why you are interested in joining The Bridge and why you believe you would be a good fit for this role to to Jeff Twilley, General Manager, PO Box 680, Milford, DE 19963 or via email jobs@wearethebridge.org. As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Bridge of Hope Inc. reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on The Bridge’s religious beliefs. Employees must agree with and support without reservation The Bridge’s Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and beliefs. The Bridge is an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based Christian ministry. Deadline for applications: November 23, 2026