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Employment

Heart of West Michigan United Way employs individuals from diverse backgrounds who are committed to building a stronger community and improving lives. We appreciate your interest in our organization and welcome you to explore employment opportunities with us.

Full-time Salaried Benefit Overview

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Life insurance and accidental death insurance
  • Long and Short-term Disability
  • Vacation and Holiday Pay
  • 401(k) Retirement and Savings Plan
  • Sick Leave
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • Educational Assistance
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Free Parking

Current Job Opportunities

Leadership Giving

PART I:  DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Position Summary:

Implements and focuses on the recruitment and retention of donors that contribute $500 or more.  The position develops and implements leadership giving campaign strategies as a part of the overall fundraising effort for Heart of West Michigan United Way within the established guidelines.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Develop, implement and evaluate a year-round strategy to increase donors and contributions within all leadership giving levels, both inside and outside the workplace.

·         Develop knowledge of all United Ways programs and initiatives.

·         Accomplish Division goals and objectives set by campaign chair(s) and VP of Resource Development.

·         Develop year-round cultivation, recruitment, and recognition program for volunteers.

·         Provide job description for volunteers and training/orientation.

·         Support key campaign volunteers.

·         Make leadership giving “asks”.

·         Conduct appropriate research to identify potential, donor profiles and best practices.

·         Develop Leadership Giving campaign materials.

·         Develop de Tocqueville specific materials and events.

·         Plan donor recognition events.

·         Develop and maintain appropriate donor files and information.

·         Develop and maintain appropriate volunteer files and information.

·         Provide staff/volunteer training to assist in their understanding of this special segment.

·         Work to develop letters, brochures and other material specific to your work.

·         Partner with other departments to develop and manage a portfolio in the acquisition of new accounts.

·         Has a strong commitment to a supportive team environment.

·         Be a team player.

·         Assume any other responsibility as assigned.  

PART II: SCOPE

Direction of Others: 

·         Supervises a team of Loaned Executives and/or volunteers.

·         Indirect supervision of administrative staff.

Complexity: 

·            Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

·            Strong attention to detail.

·            Moderate to high level of analytical skills.

·            Requires vision and the ability to see the interconnectivity of opportunities and responsibilities.

·            Strong relationship building skills.

Independent Judgment and Consequence of Errors: 

·         High level of independent thinking and judgment.

·         High level of decision making.

·         An error in judgment could result in having a serious impact on the financial resources, public trust or employee relations of the organization. 

PART III: QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience:

·         Requires a Bachelor’s Degree or related job experience.

·         Requires at least two years experience with demonstrated direct management responsibilities for leadership giving or major gift initiatives

 ·         A broad knowledge of and connections with the Grand Rapids donor community.

·         Ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse population.

·         Demonstrated ability to prioritize and develop a plan of action with staff, committee members and volunteers.

·         Proficient in Microsoft Office computer applications.

·         High level of organization and prioritization skills.

·         Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with set deadlines/guidelines.

·         Demonstrated ability to work within a team-based environment.

·         Demonstrated analytical skills.

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·         Must have strong public speaking and presentation skills.

·         Experience as a volunteer in a variety of roles – from direct service to board member - with various organizations preferred.

·         Donor development and relationship building skills.

·         Experience working in partnership with volunteers.

PART IV: WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

·         Employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.

·         Moderate level of stress caused from tight deadlines.

·         Moderate level of physical activity during campaign season.

·         Moderate level of mental and/or visual fatigue and/or eyestrain may result from looking at a computer screen for extended periods of time.

·         Occasional work outside of normal business hours.

·         Frequent travel is required.

·         Moderate office noise level.

To apply, send resume and salary requirements (Microsoft Word attachments only) to Sue Rex at: srex@waybetterunitedway.org or mail to: 118 Commerce Avenue SW, Grand Rapids, MI  49503.

EOE - Heart of West Michigan United Way values diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Contact

For more information, please contact:

Sue Rex
Director of Human Resources
616.752.8602
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