Fundraising, Director of Development

at  Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet

Description:
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet offers 43 paid days off per year, excellent medical benefits, and an employer-sponsored 403b plan that requires no contribution from employee. We prioritize your well-being and financial security.
Do you want to use your skills and talents to make a lasting difference in the world? At Catholic Charities Diocese, of Joliet we are mission-driven, focused on positive results for people and believe that people should be treated with dignity and respect.
If you feel the same way, we encourage you to join us in making a difference! Discover an extraordinary career opportunity that combines competitive pay with outstanding benefits.
Apply now so we can make a lasting impact together!

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Has primary responsibility for Agency fundraising.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate effective strategies to meet the Agency’s fundraising goals.
• Responsible for meeting the department and event fundraising goals.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with donors and other funding sources.
• Sell tickets and sponsorships to Agency fundraising events.
• Supervise Agency Event Coordinator.
• Other duties as assigned within the guidelines of this position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develops fundraising goals and department budget based on the needs of the Agency.
• Secures donations from private donors, community groups, churches, corporations, and organizations to meet or exceed budget.
• Supervises special events and ensures that fundraising goals (ticket sales and sponsorships) are met or exceeded.
• Attends all Agency special events and fundraisers.
• Ensures that all program operations meet the Agency, licensure, credential, and program standards and establishes operating and administrative policies and procedures to assure efficient program operation and compliance with all contractual terms, conditions, and obligations and with all federal, state, and local legal requirements as outlined by regulatory bodies.
• Meets regularly with Division Director of Communications and Advancement concerning agency funding operations.
• Works with the fiscal director to develop and meet Agency financial and budgeted goals, determine areas of concern, and ensure that revenues are balanced in both the Finance and Development departments.
• Develops and ensures that all assessment indicators and other quality assurance methods are measured, tracked, and used to improve the department’s effectiveness and growth.
• Is responsible for maintaining compliance with the applicable sections of all accreditation standards for the Agency.
• Represents the Agency to outside organizations and/or committees as assigned.
• Serves as a member/participant on various Agency committees.