Development Director, Ft Worth

American Heart Association • Fort Worth, TX

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Development Director generates revenue for the American Heart Association’s Heart Walk fundraising campaign, including its signature Heart Walk event. This is a hybrid, office-based position in Fort Worth, Texas, with approximately 75% travel within the assigned territory. The role operates in a fast-paced, sales-oriented environment focused on driving revenue in support of the Association’s mission. Compensation includes a base salary and eligibility for an incentive of up to 25% of base pay, subject to revenue targets and triggers.

The Association provides training and support, including access to Heart U, its corporate university. The role also involves collaboration with corporate partners, donors, volunteers, internal teams, and community stakeholders to support fundraising and campaign events.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in fundraising, sales, or a related field.
• University/college degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to travel locally daily, up to 75%, and take some overnight trips as needed.
• Access to reliable transportation at all times on an immediate basis.
• Ability to lift and/or move large objects such as boxes; heavier items may need to be broken down or assistance requested before lifting or moving.
• At least basic knowledge and skill/proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing and cultivating high-level C-suite leaders.
• Knowledge of corporate and community networks.

Responsibilities

• Generate revenue by prospecting, recruiting, and securing local corporate Heart Walk participation, sponsorships, and individual donations; build and maintain relationships with corporate partners and donors to achieve revenue goals.
• Work with Heart Walk companies using the national best-practice timeline to set and achieve fundraising goals and cultivate coaches, Top Walkers, and registered walkers.
• Research prospective corporate sponsors and donors aligned with campaign goals and the Association’s mission, and build and maintain a pipeline in collaboration with the Heart Walk team.
• Develop and present proposals and supporting materials to secure revenue and volunteer engagement.
• Recruit, manage, and cultivate event-day volunteers; support recruitment and cultivation of volunteer leaders and the Executive Leadership Team.
• Lead and engage new individual members for the Cor Vitae giving society in partnership with other fundraising staff, including planning and implementing regular member engagement events.
• Plan and implement events with internal and external partners, including the Heart Walk Executive Breakfast, Business Partner Campaigns, and other assigned campaign events.
• Maintain accurate, current volunteer and supporter information in the customer relationship management (CRM) system and Microsoft platforms.
• Work with the Marketing and Communications team to support and promote campaign communication plans.

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, including Employee Resource Groups, a professional mentoring program, and access to Heart U.
• Paid time off of at least 16 days per year for new employees, increasing with seniority.
• 12 paid holidays annually, including several days off at the end of the year.
• Tuition assistance for education related to current duties, responsibilities, or potential future positions.
• Base salary and eligibility for an incentive of up to 25% of base pay based on revenue targets and triggers.

What This Job Offers

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