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Job Description

Foundation Director
 
Pay Grade: 52
Compensation/Benefits: $53,157 - $71,918 / year; plus full-time benefits
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Schedule: Some days, evenings and weekends
Location: Administration, Greeley, Colorado
Supervisor: Executive Director
Supervises: None
Deadline: Open until filled

Role: 
Directs, plans, organizes, coordinates, and implements fund raising strategies through the High Plains Library District Foundation, for the High Plains Library District.
 
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
 
60% - MANAGEMENT OF ALL FUNDRAISING
 
   GRANTS & SPONSORSHIPS – Seeks grants from federal, state, and private entities. 
   Writes and presents (or assists library staff with) proposals, monitoring compliance
   and distribution of monies received. 
 
   SPECIAL EVENTS – Develops and coordinates special events and projects by
   evaluating the fundraising potential of events.  Coordinating set up, volunteers,
   administration and promotion of events.  Evaluates effectiveness of project. 
 
   DONATIONS – Raises funds through donations by contacting potential contributors
   via phone, mail, or in person.  Persuades individuals and corporations to contribute
   money in order to raise funds for the library district through donations. 
 
15% - STRATEGIC PLANNING
Works with directors and managers to be involved in direction and planning of programs, services and capital improvements throughout the District in order to determine funding needs. 
 
15% - ADMINISTRATION
Monitors expenses incurred and funds received.  Manages funds earmarked for capital projects, endowment, memorials, programs and services.  Keeps external and internal communications and websites current.  Prepares mailings and brochures for promotion and solicitation.  Maintains fundraising database and financial transactions.  Reports activities and results of the Foundation to Board of Trustees.   Other duties as necessary for the smooth operation of the department. 
 
10% - FOUNDATION BOARD STEWARDSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
Creates agendas, schedules meetings, and strategizes fund raising goals / projects in order to coordinate Foundation Board activities. 
 
Minimum Requirements:
 
Education: Bachelor’s Degree
 
Experience: 3 – 5 years of experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience which meets the goals of the success factors.
 
District Success Factors:
 
Focus on the customer
Initiative
Contribute to a positive work environment
Strategic thinking
Pursue personal development
Continuous improvement
Takes pride in the workplace
Emotionally intelligent
Tactful
Knowledge of public library operations
Creativity
 
Job Success Factors:
 
Knowledge of public library services and purpose
Knowledge of principles, practices, and methods of marketing
Knowledge of grant writing procedures
Knowledge of 501c(3) rules and regulations
Skill in customer relations
Skill in oral and written communications
Skill in Windows, Word, Internet Explorer, Outlook, and Excel
Skill in developing and implementing fund raising strategies
Able to create financial reports
Able to operate office equipment including copiers

This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.

Additional Info & Requirements

3 – 5 years of experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience which meets the goals of the success factors.

Website
https://www.mylibrary.us/

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HR Info

bbecker@highplains.us

For more information regarding open positions and to apply online, please visit our website at www.MyLibrary.us