Associate Director of Development for Desert Area

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

 

Are you looking for a career opportunity that directly impacts the community you live in?  How about an opportunity to have a rewarding career working for a Nationwide Public Health organization that offers competitive compensation and benefits?  The American Lung Association of California has an exciting opportunity in the San Bernardino area for an experienced program professional to become this dynamic organization’s Associate Director of Development for Desert Area. 

 

As part of the nation’s oldest public health charity, we offer more than a 100-year history of program services and lung health research, a trusted reputation for integrity and value, and a successful track record in education and advocacy in the public health arena.  Our mission includes a focus on air pollution and health, global warming, tobacco prevention and control, lung cancer, asthma, tuberculosis and other lung health issues. 

 

Job Summary:

The ideal candidate for this position will have lived in the Desert area (Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, etc.) for a minimum of 3 years and have a good understanding of the community.  Working in partnership with community based volunteers, the incumbent plans, manages and evaluates the Women’s Lung Health Luncheon and other assigned fund-raising activities.  Applies proven sales techniques to acquire new corporate accounts and maintain existing relationships.  Ensures recruitment of key corporate volunteers and year-round servicing of corporate accounts to achieve established revenue generation.  The incumbent will serve as a liaison to the communities of an assigned territory and will interact with a broad range of ALA and community leaders and resources.

 

Knowledge, Skill and Experience:

Ø  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Ø  3-5 years successful experience in fundraising or outside sales.

Ø  Strong development/sales skills including exceeding goals, appointment setting and  closing.

Ø  Proven track record in achieving fundraising goals or meeting sales goals. 

Ø  Demonstrated extensive volunteer recruitment and management experience and the ability to accomplish results through strong volunteer partnerships.

Ø  Demonstrated above average interpersonal management skills.

Ø  Ability to work effectively with diverse populations (economic, cultural, and social)

Ø  Demonstrated exceptional team work and leadership skills.

Ø  Ability to thrive in a results-driven environment.

Ø  Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ø  Work from established timelines, strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Ø  Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and quality

Ø  Proven computer skills

Ø  Frequent local travel and willingness to work evenings and weekends on occasion.

 

The American Lung Association of California is part of the nation’s oldest public health charity.  Our mission is to prevent lung disease and promote lung health. We are an innovative organization committed to promoting lung health. We recognize the value of diversity in our workforce, and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We offer a dynamic, friendly, fast-paced environment, with potential for growth. EOE. For more information visit www.californialung.org. 

 

We thank all candidates who choose to apply, however, only those selected for a further interview will be contacted.



 

To Apply:

1)  Provide a resume and cover letter describing your qualifications for the position (please note in the cover letter how you heard about this opportunity).

 

2)  Names and contact information of three references.

 

Mail or E-mail to:

Terry Roberts,

Area Director,

441 Mac Kay Drive,

San Bernardino, CA 92408

Email: TRoberts@alac.org

 

Position is available immediately.  Open until filled.