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Assistant Director of Development & Events

Children's Home Society of South Dakota

Sioux Falls, SD

Posted/Updated: Today

Job Description
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.

Salary Description

$55,369.00-$69,222.40/annually (DOE)
Children's Home Society of South Dakota
Ross Leonhardt
801 North Sycamore
PO Box 1749
Sioux Falls, SD 57101
605.334.6004, 605-334-6004

 


Full-Time Employees Receive:
  • Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Group Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Retirement Plan with Employer Contribution up to 8%
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Additional Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, and Accident Plans
  • Student Loan Payments OR Tuition Reimbursement