Assistant Director of Development & Events

Description

 Work for Good!

Salary:

$55,369.00-$69,222.40/annually (Depending on Education/Experience)

Schedule:

Monday-Friday daytime hours with some evening/weekend work as needed for CHS events. 

Position Overview:

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Assistant Director of Development & Events to help plan, coordinate, and execute fundraising, donor engagement, and community events that support Children Home Society's mission and revenue goals.  As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children's Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.

By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

Benefits of Employment at CHS:

• Work-Life Balance: Daytime hours with some flexible schedule. 
• Comprehensive Benefits: Equal up to 30% of your salary. Two health insurance options (Traditional Plan & High Deductible Health Plan with HSA), vision, dental, employer-paid Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term & Long-Term Disability, and additional voluntary life and critical illness plans.
• Compensation: $55,369.00-$69,222.40/annually (Depending on Education/Experience)
• Financial/Education Assistance: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Includes a generous PTO package with 40 hours upfront, 10 paid holidays, and 8 hours "Day of Service" for volunteering in the community.
• Retirement Plans: Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and up to an additional 5% annual contribution. Employees are 100% vested after 4 years of credited service.
• Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.

What You’ll Do:

• Event Administration: Plan, coordinate and facilitate special fundraising events. Create and disperse invitations, invitation lists, and promotional materials for events.
• Media: Assist in preparing spokespersons for media interviews and provide key messages and talking points. Conduct media interviews.
• Donor Relations: Maintain existing sponsorships and vendors for events. Assist with in-kind gifts and acknowledgement of donor stewardship.
• Donor Records: Maintain complete and accurate donor records, documentation of donor contact and other pertinent information. Ensure proper gift receipting to meet donor needs and comply with IRS Standards
• Assist with in-kind gifts and acknowledgement and recognition
• Marketing Materials: Assist marketing department by providing them with necessary content and specifications of event needs.
• Volunteers: Work with volunteer coordinators to ensure volunteer needs are met for all events. 

 

What We'll Love About You:

• You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
• You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
• You are able to effectively communicate.
• You align with our mission, vision, and values.
• You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
• You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
• You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.

Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma required
• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred

Experience/Skills:

• Minimum of 3-5 years experience in fundraising/event management required. 
• Knowledge of and ability to use personal computers and software utilized by office. 

Ready to Make a Difference?
Join us in providing life-changing support for children and families. Apply today and help us build a brighter future—one child at a time.
Must successfully complete all required background and pre-employment checks EEO/AA.