Vice President, Business & Community Development

Delta Dental of North Carolina • Raleigh, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Delta Dental of North Carolina, our mission is to improve the oral health and the overall well-being of the communities we serve. We believe that everyone – and we mean everyone – deserves a healthy smile. We are the fastest growing Delta Dental in the nation. Named as a Best Employer in North Carolina , we are proud of our diverse workforce and our commitment to the continued development and recognition of our associates. If you share our passion, come join our team and help us continue our growth trajectory

Requirements

• Position requires a bachelor’s degree in business administration, sales administration, public relations, communications, psychology or a related field; and ten years of demonstrated personal experience in developing external relationships for effective outcomes.
• Results-oriented experience in a self-initiated capacity required, with health insurance industry preferred.
• Will accept any suitable combination of education, training, or experience.
• Position requires strong verbal and written communications skills; strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to represent and present on behalf of the organization internally and externally; the ability to identify, partner with, and persuade key decision makers, elected officials, special interest stakeholders, and coalitions; the ability to analyze, consult and resolve complex business problems using independent judgement.
• Position requires frequent travel.
• Position also requires a valid driver’s license and the use of a well-maintained vehicle while acting as a representative of DDNC externally.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, ethnicity or national origin, genetic information, disability status, sex, sexual orientation, military status or any other classifications protected under federal, state or local law or ordinance

Responsibilities

• Working directly with sales leadership, the CEO, and other colleagues as necessary, this position’s primary purpose is to develop and maintain relationships in the business community amongst executives and key decision makers that support new business opportunities and retention of current clients. While insurance broker and consultant relationships are the responsibility of sales, all other relationships would be open to development by this position.
• Develops strategies that align with and support the company’s sales, marketing and government policy goals. Works closely with colleagues responsible for these functions in plan development and execution.
• Assists marketing leadership with the development of an annual sponsorship calendar that supports our business development and brand engagement goals. As necessary, represents the company at these events and/or assists in internal and external guest invitations.
• Coordinates with the Delta Dental Foundation of North Carolina, regarding grant initiatives, and programs to improve oral health in North Carolina. Attends events to promote the foundation throughout the state.
• Participate in alignment with the President & CEO as public ambassadors of the company and its mission in North Carolina. Represents the company as necessary throughout the state at meetings, committees or events that further our strategic goals.
• Working closely with government policy leadership provides assistance to build relationships and awareness of critical policy matters on a local, state and national basis.
• Responsible for administrative leadership of the functions of the board of directors of the company and of the Delta Dental Foundation of North Carolina. Also, responsible for the development and administration of any future board advisory committees around the state. Works closely with the CEO and General Counsel to ensure governance policies are followed via the administrative process.
• Participates in the short- and long-term strategic planning of DDNC as a member of the executive leadership team.
• Accepts other relatable duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees