Schedule: Mon-Fri, full time, days.

Benefits:

Health, dental, vision insurance Tuition reimbursement up to $6000/year Contribution and match on Retirement Plan Five weeks paid time off Access to Success coaches Free parking

Internal Job Title: Development Specialist

Main Function:

Under the Direction of the Development Director, the Development Specialist is an intermediate fundraising generalist with particular emphasis on planning, managing, and implementing annual fund, donor solicitation, cultivation and stewardship, donor communication programs, and special events. Lives the CARES values at all times.

Required Job Specific Competencies: 

Excellent communication skills with exceptional writing, editing and proofreading Ability to manage and direct special events and assist with soliciting sponsorships/support Independently manages direct and digital mail correspondence and ensures prompt routine donor communications and gift acknowledgements Partners with Director to solicit and steward donors Drafting letters on inquiry and foundation requests Demonstrates excellent organizational and project management skills and the ability to prioritize daily activities Able to work independently on projects and meet deadlines with little or no supervision Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with volunteers, Thompson Associates and Board members, donors, prospective donors, and other external parties Actively guards the confidentiality of sensitive information including but not limited to donors, staff and the health system. Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite – including specific talent with Word and Excel Demonstrates skill with Constant Contact, donor databases, project management software; ability to learn new technologies required A dedication to professional growth

Key Responsibilities:

Publicity/Donor Communications (40%) Writes a wide range of communications for donor solicitation, cultivation, and stewardship purposes which may include website, e-communication, direct mail, publications, impact reports, promotion/publicity, acknowledgements Develop and manage a donor communications plan to enhance awareness, giving and stewardship Oversee social media and digital outreach and website for Fundraising purposes Work closely with Corporate Communications/Marketing department to facilitate communication/marketing needs General Fundraising (30%) Work with Director of Development to plan and oversee a comprehensive solicitation, cultivation and stewardship strategy for all levels of donors Manage and direct a comprehensive annual fund program Assist with identifying, engaging, cultivating, soliciting & stewarding current & prospective donors, in expanding philanthropic support of the Foundation Independently manage a portfolio of current and prospective donors to ensure their continued engagement with the Foundation Initiate and develop meaningful engagement activities for the purpose of identifying and maintaining donors Attain financial benchmarks Assist with the creation, adjustment and management of funds In partnership with the Development Director, oversee the grant-seeking efforts Special Event Planning (20%) Oversee fundraising/friendraising events including planning, logistics, timelines, budgets, corporate partnerships, creative development, and tracking Independently manage a portfolio of event sponsors and develop prospective sponsorships Solicit corporate partners for event financial and in-kind support Promotes recognition of events, sponsors, participants and volunteers Promotes and provides complete oversight of third-party events Coordinates and attends committee meetings Responsible for the acknowledgment of sponsors, participants, volunteers, etc. Submit requests for support of event(s) to community foundations and organizations Ensure accurate data is entered into the Foundation’s donor database (Oasis) Responsible for organizing and documenting event/project details Responsible for reporting community benefits and results of special events Assist the Thompson Guild with their fundraising events General (10%) Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Valid NYS Driver’s License required Required two-year Associate degree in liberal arts or equivalent experience. Preferred Bachelor’s degree in communication, marketing, liberal arts, or related field. Required 2-3 years in fundraising, project/event management or public relations. Preferred 2-3 years in healthcare fundraising development.

Company Culture:

Thompson Health has a culture of empowerment. At Thompson, interdisciplinary teams come together to improve care, your suggestions are welcomed and your ideas are part of the solution. Three of our executives have an RN background so we understand the importance of the patient experience! Place yourself in an environment where your growth is supported, your contributions valued and your successes celebrated.

Focus on CARES values: Commitment, Action, Respect, Excellence, and Service Focus on Employee Wellness: Biometric screenings, Wellness programs, Access to onsite gym, Zen Room, Community Shared Agriculture program Staff Recognition platforms: Shining Stars, CARESCount website 

 

Pay Range: $25-33.00 per hour

Starting Rate: Based on experience

 

Thompson Health is an EOE encouraging women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply