Development Director, Youth Engagement

American Heart Association • Fort Worth, TX

3d • Remote

About The Position

The Development Director, Youth Engagement works with schools and school districts in the North Texas territory to promote the American Heart Association’s Kids Heart Challenge and American Heart Challenge programs. This home-based fundraising and sales position engages K–12 students in physical activity and health education while raising funds for cardiovascular health. The role requires daily travel within the assigned territory and may involve occasional overnight travel for meetings and conferences. Flexible hours, including early mornings and evenings, are necessary to accommodate schools and events.

The position is directly responsible for meeting an overall fundraising goal of $275,000 or more through participant income and corporate sponsorship. It combines volunteer recruitment and engagement, school and account management, customer service, relationship cultivation, and extensive data management. The employee regularly works with 5–10 schools each day, in person where possible or online/by phone, and keeps supporter and account information current in CRM databases and Microsoft platforms.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in fundraising, sales, or a related area.
• University/college degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to travel locally every day and access reliable transportation at all times on an immediate basis.
• Ability to work productively and efficiently from a home office and in the field in accordance with the Association’s flexible work arrangements policy.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and communicate proactively.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to manage and report data efficiently using CRMs.
• Ability to lift and/or move large objects such as boxes; heavier items may need to be divided into smaller components or moved with additional assistance.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings and evenings.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Meet an overall fundraising goal of $275,000 or more through participant income and corporate sponsorship.
• Recruit and engage students through schools and districts in the Kids Heart Challenge and American Heart Challenge programs.
• Implement classroom challenges, activities, and student assemblies, including in-person and digital experiences.
• Develop and cultivate ongoing relationships with teachers, principals, and district superintendents.
• Provide customer service to volunteers and collaborators, including detailed planning and kick-off meetings to prepare schools for success.
• Manage a high volume of school accounts, regularly working with 5–10 schools each day in person, online, or by phone.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date volunteer and supporter information in the CRM system and Microsoft platforms.
• Travel daily within the assigned territory and occasionally overnight for meetings or conferences.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Retirement program with employer match and automatic contribution.
• Employee assistance program, employee wellness program, telemedicine, and medical consultation.
• Professional development through Employee Resource Groups, a professional mentoring program, and Heart U.
• Paid Time Off of at least 16 days per year for new employees, increasing based on seniority.
• 12 paid holidays each year, including several days off at the end of the year.
• Tuition assistance for education related to current duties, responsibilities, or potential future positions.
• Performance and recognition programs, including annual salary planning and incentive programs; this position is incentive eligible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level