DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

OPTIMIST BOYS HOME & RANCH•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$64,480 - $89,255

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: The Community Engagement and Volunteer Manager (CEVM) will be responsible for the ongoing development and implementation of the group and individual volunteer and mentoring program, as well as identifying and enhancing community partnerships and alumni services related to fundraising, facility rentals, marketing, awareness, and program participation. These relationships are critical in fulfilling our mission. He/she/they will develop and oversee the facilitation of special events, tours, activities, and outings with the appropriate OYHFS department and volunteer and donor groups. The responsibilities also include working with the CACO to assist with fundraising events, corporate partnerships social media, tours for prospective donors/board members, facility rentals, and other community-service opportunities. This position does require travel and will oversee program at various OYHFS locations up. Primary office will be located in either Highland Park and/or Woodland Hills.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree preferred
Minimum of two years of experience in effective planning, organizing and implementing community relations and fundraising with proven track record
Effective verbal and written communications skills
Ability to establish a good working relationship with support staff and community members
Must be able to work independently and as a team
Must have knowledge in Microsoft programs, such as Word, Excel. PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook
A commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Valid California driver’s license; current automobile insurance; reliable personal transportation, have and maintain a clean driving record acceptable to the organization’s insurance company
Must be able to be pass a fingerprint background investigation.
Must be able to pass a TB test, Physical Exam, and Drug Screening.

Nice To Haves

Experience or training in marketing and community outreach is preferred
Social Media and basic e-marketing/communications experience is preferred
Knowledge of Blackbaud software program is a plus

Responsibilities

Field requests, steward, manage and develop effective collaborations and relationships with volunteers, mentors, community groups, service organizations, corporations, and stakeholders throughout the Optimist community.
Develop and implementation volunteer and mentor program; recruit, train, place, and supervise volunteers as well as interns and other non-paid personnel.
Coordinate volunteer cultivation and appreciation events annually.
Along with other members of the development department, coordinate community donations, in-kind services and outreach activities being consistent with professional standards, facility procedures and department requirements.
Work alongside the COCA to solicit and secure donations (both monetary and in-kind) from community, corporate or volunteer groups as needed.
Assist with marketing and communication efforts in the areas of social media, public awareness/outreach, and media relations as it relates to volunteers and community groups.
Conduct presentations and tours to civic and community groups to create awareness and engage involvement in child and family well-being activities.
Oversee the use of agency recreational facilities by outside community and business parties (i.e. basketball leagues, softball leagues, special events, etc.) and act as a liaison between them and the agency.
Demonstrated understanding of donor cultivation and stewardship and the ability to handle relationships with stakeholders with tact and maturity.
Along with the development department, work with volunteers in their own fundraising efforts in support of the organization.
Serve as a liaison for and coordinate an annual Alumni event for past clients/residents.
Ambitious work ethic and ability to produce high-quality contributions both autonomously and as part of departmental or cross-departmental team.
Must be adaptable and flexible as schedules, location and priorities may shift from time-to-time.
Must be able to work evenings and weekends as necessary.
Attend trainings, conferences, leadership and supervision sessions as directed by supervisor, in accordance with company policy, and pursuant to applicable regulations
Adhere to company policies and procedures and be knowledgeable of the individual duties and responsibilities
Maintain confidentiality per company policy and HIPAA Privacy Rule regulations.
All employees, regardless of position, serve as role models for children and adolescents who are served by our Agency. Therefore, each employee must at all times be emotionally stable and able to function effectively with children, adolescents and adults who may have mental or behavioral health problems. The staff must be able to demonstrate appropriate daily behavior, appropriate expression of emotions, as well as appropriate role modeling. Hostility, aggression and unnecessary or inappropriate physical actions as well as inappropriate emotional expression are not acceptable. All agency employees must maintain confidentiality of client and case information and may not access information unless directly related to their job responsibilities and duties, as stated in Title XXII 88069.7 (d): “All information in case records shall be confidential and shall be available only to the licensing agency, placement agency staff and personnel who need access for the performance of their duties.”
Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the effective treatment of all children/families in care.