Director of Philanthropy, Education | VVF

Director of Philanthropy, Education | VVF

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• Develop and manage a portfolio of existing and prospective mid‑level to major gift donors at discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship stages.
• Serve as primary development point person for Youth Power
  365 and Youth Power
  365 donors.
• Oversee annual giving initiatives for YP365 and community sponsorship, including individual giving, community sponsorship, and major gift initiatives.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of the VVF mission and effectively communicate its impact to prospective and current donors.
• Execute and achieve revenue goals for the Star Dancing Gala.
• Consistently meet or exceed annual and campaign‑related fundraising goals.
• Attend events at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater, Vilar Performing Arts Center, Mountain Games, Birds of Prey, and serve as spokesperson as needed to steward existing donors, cultivate new donors, volunteers, etc.
• Work closely with the VP of Philanthropy to strategically identify and transition annual support donors to major gift donor portfolios.
• Report, document all contacts in Raisers Edge, and adjust plans as needed.
• Update functional budgets for revenue and expense items on a monthly basis.
• Promote the Planned Giving and Endowment Programs in partnership with the VP of Philanthropy.

• Proven success in identifying and soliciting funds from individuals, corporations, and foundations from a variety of sources and developing relationships with donors.
• Proven track record of working with high net‑worth individuals and C‑Suite executives as part of special events and annual support activities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated ability to write clear and persuasive proposals.
• Excellent time‑management skills and a high degree of organization; careful attention to detail; ability to multitask and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
• High energy and passion for Vail Valley Foundation’s mission.
• Ability to work on selected holidays, weekdays, nights, and weekend evenings as required.
• Computer literacy and knowledge of Raisers Edge NXT highly desirable.
• Well‑disciplined, self‑motivated, and goal‑driven; able to work independently as well as lead a team.
• Ability to handle confidential matters and information appropriately.
• Flexibility and willingness to assume new tasks and special projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to participate in cross‑departmental projects, using tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to effectively identify, analyze and solve problems.
• Sophisticated knowledge of successful fundraising principles and practices, major gift solicitation, and ethical professional standards.
• Ability to apply sound judgment and conduct oneself professionally and with integrity.
• Knowledge of prospect research techniques and the ability to successfully utilize those techniques.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3‑5 years of proven fundraising experience and/or relevant experience in sales, marketing, or other related fields.
• Meaningful experience with donor client stewardship and cultivation, donor client solicitation/sales, and donor client moves management, and fulfillment of donor stewardship programs.
• Experience with volunteer management to assist in events.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Background check clearance required.

This is a salaried, full‑time year‑round position eligible for all VVF employment benefits. The hiring range for this position is $85,000 – $100,000 annually.

• Affordable HDHP employee and family health insurance plan.
• Dental plan.
• Vision plan.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Health Savings Account with company match.
• 401(k) retirement plans with company match.
• Basic life insurance.
• Short and long‑term disability plans.
• Paid time off: 4+ weeks accrual on year 1.
• Volunteer paid time off.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Added perks: free employee ski pass; tickets to shows at the Vilar and The Amp; discounts at The Amp and Vilar concessions; tuition reimbursement.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

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