Assistant Director of Development & Events

Assistant Director of Development & Events Children's Home Society of South Dakota - 3.9 Sioux Falls, SD Job Details Full-time $55,369.00 - $69,222.40 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Loan repayment program Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Computer operation High school diploma or GED Special events Fundraising event program management Desktop applications Computer skills

Full 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.