In addition, the State Director oversees all day-to-day operations throughout the state, working with the Headquarters office to maintain consistency of programs throughout the state, developing expansion efforts, and providing assistance and direction to program staff.

Additional responsibilities include, but not limited to:

·Develops and manages a state plan and budget, implementing goals and objectives
·Manages the State Advisory Board including recruitment, training and retention of all members
·Creates, plans and executes special events with Advisory Board
·Manages government grants and contracts to ensure all guidelines are met effectively and on a timely basis
·Identifies, cultivates and develops volunteers capable of making personal commitments and becoming directly involved in the programmatic and fundraising efforts
·Initiates recruitment strategies for Best Buddies programs throughout the state (i.e. e-Buddies, Jobs, Citizens, Colleges, Middle Schools, and High Schools)
·Recruits, trains, evaluates and supervises program staff to establish, maintain and expand programs
·Monitors program expansion and maintenance, creates quarterly goals and ensures all reporting requirements are adhered to
·Creates a strong presence and awareness of Best Buddies through public speaking, community involvement, public service announcements, special events and other marketing/media initiatives

Candidate profile:
·We are seeking exceptional candidates who demonstrate strong initiative, exceptional organizational and communication skills, and have a strong belief in the Best Buddies mission.
·The successful candidate will have a Bachelors Degree and at least seven years progressive experience in fund raising.
·S/he will have a consistent record of success in generating at least $250,000 or more annually in gifts from various funding sources.
·S/he will be a confident, strategic thinker with excellent organizational, writing and public presentation skills.
·S/he will have a record of success in expanding the donor base through cultivation and excellent stewardship.
·S/he will be able to articulate and communicate the mission, goals, and activities of Best Buddies with passion and enthusiasm.
·S/he will enjoy the pursuit to enhance the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by working diligently to secure financial resources for programs in the state.
·The successful candidate will have superb interpersonal skills, and will be comfortable making direct contact with various funding sources to discuss their interest and commitment.
·S/he will work effectively with colleagues to achieve the overall income goals. S/he will have the highest ethical standards and a deep respect for philanthropy.
·S/he will be flexible, adaptable, and will enjoy working in a fast-paced growth environment.

Miscellaneous:
·Travels as necessary to accomplish above responsibilities
·Handles special projects as assigned
·Works evenings and weekends as necessary to complete assignments
·Attends annual conferences
·Automobile with applicable insurance (specific coverage limits required)
·Must be comfortable interacting and working with people with intellectual disabilities

Salary commensurate with experience

Benefits include: group medical/dental insurance, paid vacation, holidays, personal & sick time, 401(k) retirement plan, short term disability, critical illness and life insurance. Commuter benefits available. Business casual environment.

Applications:
Please submit a resume with a list of at least five references and a letter of application that describes qualifications, interest in the position, fundraising experience, salary history and requirements. All submissions will be confidential and references will not be contacted without the candidate's approval.

For immediate consideration, please apply online at www.bestbuddies.org or click the link: https://home.eease.com/recruit2/?id=469150&t=1

(No phone calls please)

Stephanie Moore
Senior Director, State Operations
StephanieMoore@bestbuddies.org


POSITION CATEGORIES:
Community outreach, Donor relations, Executive positions, Fund-raising administration, Grant making, Grant seeking, Major gifts, Managing volunteers, Other fund raising, Planned giving, Program administration and management, Special events

FIELD CATEGORIES:
Advocacy