Development Director

Overview

Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.

Denver, Colorado. This is an office-based position that offers a hybrid schedule.

• Generate revenue by prospecting and securing local corporate sponsorship and individual donations.
• Achieve revenue goals by building and maintaining relationships with corporate partners and donors.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of prospective corporate sponsors and donors by conducting research that aligns with campaign goals and the Association's mission.
• Develop and present proposals and accompanying materials to secure revenue and volunteer engagement.
• Recruit and be responsible for executive volunteer leadership, volunteer committees, and day‑of‑the‑event volunteers.
• Recruit corporate team participation in Heart Walk & Cycle Nation, and motivate team members to fundraise.
• Lead and engage new individual membership for the Cor Vitae giving society, in partnership with other appropriate fundraising staff. Includes planning and implementing regular engagement events for members.
• Plan and implement events in collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Work with a Communications Director to support and promote campaign communication plans.

• 3 years of relevant experience in fundraising, sales, or other related experience.
• University/College degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to do daily local travel up to 75 % and some overnight trips as needed; requires reliable transportation at all times on an immediate basis.
• Ability to lift and/or move large objects such as boxes with the expectation that heavier items would be broken down into smaller components or additional assistance may be required before lifting and/or moving.
• Must have at least basic knowledge and skill/proficiency with Microsoft Office.

• Experience managing and cultivating high‑level leaders at the C‑Suite level.
• Knowledge of corporate and community networks.

This position will remain open until 07/24/26. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.

• Compensation – The expected pay range is $65,700 to $84,000. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials may apply.
• Performance and Recognition – Rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; the position is incentive eligible based on achieving certain targets.
• Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. Employee assistance, wellness program and telemedicine are also offered.
• Professional Development – Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups, mentor/mentee, and access Heart U, the Association's national online university.
• Work‑Life Harmonization – Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees, with additional days based on seniority level. 12 paid holidays each year.
• Tuition Assistance – Financial assistance for employees wishing to further education and career in relation to current duties or potential future positions.

At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin, and physical or cognitive abilities.

EOE / Protected Veterans / Persons with Disabilities. In accordance with applicable local and state laws, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.