Development Director, School Engagement

About the role

This is a full-time, field-based position that requires extensive travel across the northern half of West Virginia. The position is posted in Morgantown and Martinsburg, WV. Flexibility in working hours, including early mornings and evenings, is essential to accommodate the needs of schools and events. This position is home-based, with daily travel to schools in the market. In this fast-paced fundraising/sales position, you will engage K-12 students with the Kids Heart Challenge and American Heart Challenge, working with hundreds of schools to promote physical activity and learning. The role also involves extensive data management, continuously updating account information in our customer relationship management (CRM) databases and Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

This position is directly responsible for meeting an overall fundraising goal of $275,000 (participant income and corporate sponsorship) through exceptional volunteer recruitment and engagement, customer service, and account management - all while motivating kids to take their health to heart.

• Recruit and engage students through schools and districts in life-saving initiatives including Kids Heart Challenge and American Heart Challenge programs.
• Implement strategies and initiatives to fully engage students through classroom challenges, activities, and student assemblies (in-person and digital experiences).
• Develop and cultivate relationships on an ongoing basis with teachers, principals, and district superintendents.
• Establish and maintain outstanding customer service with volunteers and other collaborators. This includes detailed planning and kick-off meetings to set schools up for success.
• Manage and continuously update account information within our customer relationship management (CRM) databases and Microsoft products.
• High volume account management that regularly involves working with 5-10 schools each day - in-person where possible or online/by phone.

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience in fundraising, sales, or other related experience.
• Ability to do daily local travel; requires access to reliable transportation at all times on an immediate basis.
• University/College degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work productively and efficiently from a home office and in the field consistent with the Association's flexible work arrangements policy.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and communicate proactively.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, "we can do this" environment.
• This position demands extensive data management, requiring the continuous updating of account information within our CRM databases; Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to efficiently manage and report on data using CRMs are essential.
• Ability to lift and/or move large objects (such as boxes) with the expectation that heavier items would be broken down into smaller components or requesting additional assistance may be required before lifting and/or moving.
• Candidates must be willing to work flexible hours, including early mornings and evenings, to effectively engage with schools and manage events.

Preferred skills

• Experience managing and cultivating volunteer relationships.
• Knowledge of corporate and community networks.

Compensation

The salary range is from the minimum to the midpoint: $58,425 to $75,000. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials may apply to the pay range.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution
• Employee assistance program, employee wellness program, telemedicine, and medical consultation
• Professional development through Employee Resource Groups (ERG), a mentoring program, and Heart U (the Association's national online university with more than 100,000 resources)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees, increasing based on seniority level
• 12 paid holidays off each year, including several days off at the end of the year
• Tuition Assistance for career development in relation to current duties or potential future positions