Resource Development Director

at  Boys Girls Clubs of Central Texas

JOB SUMMARY

The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Texas (BGCTX) is to enable all young people, especially those who need
us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens. We are committed to providing a safe
place for youth to learn and grow, offer on-going relationship with caring, adult professionals and engage in lifeenhancing programs and character development experiences. BGCTX proudly serves 18,000 youth annually and an average of 2,900 youth per day in 29 club sites throughout the region. The BGCTX Family of Clubs include: Boys & Girls Club of Lampasas, Boys & Girls Club of Gatesville, Boys & Girls Clubs of Copperas Cove, Boys & Girls Club of East Williamson County, Boys & Girls Club of Georgetown, Boys & Girls Club of Falls County, and Clements Boys & Girls Clubs. Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Texas has a unique operating model that includes providing administrative and development guidance to the eight individual 501(c)(3) organizations ("Community Clubs") that comprise the BGCTX family.
The Development Director works with the BGCTX Leadership Team, local staff, and Boards of Directors to plan
and execute resource development strategies and monitor progress against goals; supports CEO and VP to cultivate and
solicit major gifts and grants for individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies.
Primary functions also include directing the identification, research, cultivation and solicitation of major gift individual
prospects and donors. Prepare correspondence, proposals, and reports. Conduct face-to-face solicitations, involving
Club executives and key volunteers, as appropriate. Supports and approves all special event fundraising activities for
organization. This position also manages the annual appeal and data integrity.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Annual Fund: Support all of the Club’s Annual Fund activities including:

• Work with staff, volunteer board, and related community partners to manage, segment, and grow existing
• and new annual fund target audiences.
• Write, design, publish, and distribute direct mail appeal letters.
• Work with the BGCTX Development Team to create annual fund promotional materials and solicitation
• resources.
• Work with the BGCTX Development Team to develop, launch, and manage digital solicitation strategies and
• campaigns via the Harness Reoccurring Giving Platform.

Advocacy: Develop and steward relationships with local and state elected officials to increase understanding /
appreciation for the Club’s impact and to secure public funding opportunities.
Community Outreach: Act as a liaison with all appropriate parties, internal and/or external to the Clubs; attend
various community events for the purpose of promoting the Clubs.
Grants: Support the BGCTX Leadership team in the management of local grant portfolios. Research new grant
funding opportunities from corporate and foundation prospects to support the Club’s development priorities.
Special Events: Assist the Club’s and the staff, Board, and other volunteers with the planning and execution of
fundraising events (and other activities) to garner awareness and increase support.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university.
3+ years of experience in relevant financial development and communications activities and a proven track record of
accomplishment in this area is preferred.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with all types of people.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Club staff, Board members, volunteers,
community groups, and other related agencies.
Knowledge of accessing and utilizing donor data base.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Exposure to outdoor weather conditions

Please refer the Job description for details