Development Director

American Heart Association • Seattle, WA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Development Director generates revenue for the Go Red For Women campaign, including the signature Puget Sound Go Red for Women event. Based in the Puget Sound division, the role’s work takes place wherever it is most effective—in the field, at home, and in the Seattle office. It operates in a fast-paced, sales-oriented environment focused on driving revenue in support of the American Heart Association’s mission. The position offers a base salary and the potential to earn an incentive of up to 25% of base pay, subject to revenue targets and triggers.

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 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; heavier items may need to be broken down into smaller components or require additional assistance.
• At least basic knowledge and skill/proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Generate revenue by prospecting and securing local corporate sponsorships and individual donations.
• Achieve revenue goals by building and maintaining relationships with corporate partners and donors.
• Research and maintain a pipeline of prospective corporate sponsors and donors whose interests align with campaign goals and the Association’s mission.
• Develop and present proposals and supporting materials to secure revenue and volunteer engagement.
• Recruit and oversee executive volunteer leadership, volunteer committees, and event-day volunteers.
• Coordinate the event auction, including leading a volunteer committee to solicit auction items and prepare fundraising packages.
• Engage new individual members for the Cor Vitae giving society in partnership with appropriate fundraising staff, including planning and implementing regular member engagement events.
• Plan and implement events in collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date volunteer and supporter information in the CRM system and Microsoft platforms.
• Work with a Communications Director to support and promote campaign communication plans.

Benefits

• Potential incentive of up to 25% of base pay based on revenue targets and triggers.
• 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 resources, including Employee Resource Groups, a professional mentoring program, and 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 responsibilities or potential future positions.
• Work-life harmonization resources and training and support.

What This Job Offers

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