Assistant Director of Development & Events

Children's Home Society of South Dakota • Sioux Falls, SD

9h • $55,369 - $69,222

About The Position

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Assistant Director of Development & Events to help plan, coordinate, and execute fundraising, donor engagement, and community events that support Children Home Society's mission and revenue goals. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children's Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work. By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience in fundraising/event management required.
• Knowledge of and ability to use personal computers and software utilized by office.
• Must successfully complete all required background and pre-employment checks EEO/AA.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred
• You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
• You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
• You are able to effectively communicate.
• You align with our mission, vision, and values.
• You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
• You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
• You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and facilitate special fundraising events.
• Create and disperse invitations, invitation lists, and promotional materials for events.
• Assist in preparing spokespersons for media interviews and provide key messages and talking points.
• Conduct media interviews.
• Maintain existing sponsorships and vendors for events.
• Assist with in-kind gifts and acknowledgement of donor stewardship.
• Maintain complete and accurate donor records, documentation of donor contact and other pertinent information.
• Ensure proper gift receipting to meet donor needs and comply with IRS Standards.
• Assist marketing department by providing them with necessary content and specifications of event needs.
• Work with volunteer coordinators to ensure volunteer needs are met for all events.

Benefits

• Daytime hours with some flexible schedule.
• Two health insurance options (Traditional Plan & High Deductible Health Plan with HSA), vision, dental, employer-paid Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term & Long-Term Disability, and additional voluntary life and critical illness plans.
• Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
• Generous PTO package with 40 hours upfront, 10 paid holidays, and 8 hours "Day of Service" for volunteering in the community.
• Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and up to an additional 5% annual contribution.
• Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED