Foundation, Community Relations Director (60 hours per pay period)

Mille Lacs Health System•South Harbor Township, MN

4d•$43 - $65

About The Position

The Community Relations Director plans, directs, and coordinates activities that promote the Mille Lacs Area Health Foundation (MLAHF) and Mille Lacs Health System (MLHS), their services, community outreach, and community relationships. The role leads philanthropic activities to solicit and maintain funding for special projects and community outreach. It directs the Foundation’s fundraising and development work, supports the Foundation Board and committees, and represents MLAHF and MLHS in the community. The position is listed as 60 hours per pay period and works mainly weekday business hours, with occasional evening and weekend promotional activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communication, or Business Administration, or commensurate experience leading large events and philanthropic activities and managing finances, committees, community relations, and executive board relationships.
Proven track record of fund development.
Three to five years of experience developing related community-focused activities.
Experience with volunteer management and Board relations.
At least two years of management experience.
Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
Budget presentation ability and financial proficiency.
Professional written and verbal communication skills.
Expertise with computer-based data-tracking programs.
Relationship-building skills.
Ethical conduct.
Creative initiative.
Personal effectiveness and credibility.
Collaborative teamwork and flexibility.
Technical capacity with social media and new communication tools.
Ability to present effectively to the public.
Time-management skills.
Quality- and safety-focused approach.

Nice To Haves

At least five years of experience in Community Relations as an Executive Director of a Foundation.
Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) certification.

Responsibilities

Direct philanthropic activities of the Mille Lacs Area Health Foundation.
Write grants and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, and donor instructions.
Market public relations for fundraising activities.
Present fundraising appeals to individuals, former patients, donor groups, businesses, estate executors, and others.
Oversee efforts to acquire new donors using tested practices.
Oversee events and invitations, send thank-you letters, and establish and maintain donor recognition.
Present at community events hosted by local organizations.
Maintain accurate records of giving activities by individuals and organizations.
Maintain the Foundation’s 501(c)(3) status.
Identify potential funding sources and develop relationships to support short- and long-term fundraising goals.
Work with the Foundation Board to plan, direct, and implement a development program that generates foundation and individual support.
Develop and manage the annual Foundation budget.
Meet regularly with the Foundation President.
Work with the Foundation treasurer and executive board to ensure budget accuracy.
Work with the MLHS controller to maintain the Foundation’s nonprofit status and implement monthly financial reporting.
Recruit new members using the existing process.
Participate in community committees and support community awareness and fundraising.
Promote awareness of annual giving, pledges, estate planning seminars, and other giving opportunities.
Support presentations by the Foundation Annual Giving Committee to various groups.
Maintain an active chairperson for the Executive, Nominating, Annual Giving, Grants & Gifts, and Long Term Giving committees, and serve on each committee.
Head Auxiliary meetings and meet with the Auxiliary Board, the fundraising arm of MLAHF.
Develop agendas covering new services, MLHS department tours, marketing, events, and special speakers offered by MLHS and the Foundation.
Serve as the primary representative of MLAHF and MLHS and promote both organizations.
Ensure positive community relations.
Work closely with the CEO and Foundation Board on concerns raised.
Comply with MLHS policies, including safety policies, procedures, and rules, and report unsafe conditions to management.