Vice President Of Fund Development And Stewardship

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Primary responsibility for the strategic planning, creation, implementation and maintenance of a widespread donor engagement plan that fosters a pipeline of

consistent annual giving and future major gift support to Pinnacle Community Services and the Pinnacle CS Endowment. This role will work with the Development

Committee of the Board of Directors to focus on the implementation of a strategy to cultivate and retain annual donors; enhance unrestricted support; increase donor

participation rate, increase sponsorships and grow the PCS endowment; and ultimately renew and upgrade donors through an effective marketing, solicitation and

engagement strategy. Oversee the Marketing and Communications team of one staff and interns in support of gaining relationships, new participants and Fund Development

campaigns.

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance with an HRA account (HRA-80% of the deductible), vision, and dental plans available (health insurance begins 1st day of month after 30 days of work service)
• Employees working at least 1,000 hours per year and who opt out of health insurance either upon hire or during the open enrollment period will receive a $750 lump-sum payment
• Flexible Spending accounts for both health and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program available
• Employer paid short- and long-term disability insurance available
• Employer paid life insurance with the option to purchase additional coverage at group rates (available the 1st day of month after 30 days of work service)
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan – Agency contributes 1% of an employee’s salary after 1 year of service yearly AND in addition matches the first 3% that the employee contributes to their 401k Plan
• Mileage Reimbursement
• 15 Paid Time Off days, (PTO) in the first year (buy back, carryover, and transfer to Long Term Sick bank is also available at calendar year-end of unused PTO)
• Employee receives yearly - 1 floating holiday and 12 recognized Agency holidays
• Wage/Longevity Bonuses available
• Attendance Bonus available bi-annually
• Bereavement Leave – 4 work days of leave with pay available
• Staff Recognition/Staff Appreciation events
• Team Building and In-House training available offering learning and educational opportunities

AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid New York State Driver’s License
• Use of personal vehicle during working hours

SKILLS:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Microsoft 365
• Desktop Publishing skills from design to production
• Computer proficient in use of database programs
• Strong engagement skills with multiple constituencies
• Relationship Building
• Fundraising
• Supervisory Skills (Coaching)

AGENCY EXPECTATIONS:

• Demonstrates and communicates knowledge of the program, mission, and services of Pinnacle Community Services.
• Complies with all policies and procedures of Pinnacle Community Services (including AFP Code of Ethics, Collective Bargaining Agreement, and Corporate Compliance Policies) and all governmental and legal requirements.
• Attends and participates in appropriate Agency staff trainings and meetings.
• Advocates for cultural diversity/sensitivity as appropriate.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and develop the overall strategic and organizational direction for the Fund Development, planned giving campaigns and fundraising and awareness events.
• Develop and oversee a comprehensive fundraising plan to ensure funding for program operations for the short and long term.
• Engage donors through verbal and written communications, personal meetings, and recognition or steward events.
• Identify and cultivate relationships to secure corporate and foundation support
• Represent Pinnacle Community Services and its priorities as well as the Agency’s interests and mission, in internally and externally facing meetings and events.
• The possibility of flexible hours may include nights and weekends.
• Promote the Agency Endowment to potential donors and planned giving professionals.
• Provide support and supervision to the Marketing and Communication/Outreach Manager including;
  1. Support in the writing of or monitoring of grant applications and assignments
  2. Ensure and support in compliance with on-line grant management.
  3. Support the implementation of the Agency Communications Plan to promote our mission and provide consistent branding
  4. Support to develop and coordinate Agency communication through email, social media, website, press contacts, speaking engagements, and other platforms
  5. Ensure and monitor the development of Agency and program marketing materials
• Develop Agency Fundraising and Development Activities, including the MOVE for Mental Health, Golf Tournament, Domestic Violence Awareness Ribbon Walk, and oversee the creation of new Fund Development or awareness opportunities.
• Monitor and report on the activity, progress, and achievement of the campaigns, events, and appeals.
• Explore new strategies to maximize return on investment and inform annual budget process.
• Meet with and attain support from the Board of Directors’ Development, Communications and Marketing Committee quarterly, and includes them in developing Board fund raising and friend raising efforts through event sub committees.
• Work with key internal and cross-departmental partners to enhance engagement, solicitation, and Stewardship efforts.
• Reports directly to, and participates constructively in supervision with President/CEO.
• Performs other duties as requested by President/CEO.

DISCLAIMER:

The information contained in this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of this position.

EOE STATEMENT:

It is the policy of Pinnacle Community Services, Inc. to provide equal opportunity in employment and delivery of those we serve without regard to hire, promotion, layoff, recall or other terms and conditions of employment because of race, creed, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity, citizenship of any person, immigration status of any person who is not a citizen of the United States, or any other category protected by law. The prohibition of discrimination includes harassment. The people we serve include all those we serve and people service groups who request and are eligible for Pinnacle Community Services, Inc. Ongoing training is provided to assure adherence to this Policy. Pinnacle Community Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.