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Job Description
Hours: Part-time, 20 hrs/wk; some evenings and weekends
Grade: N ($21.92 /hr – $30.42 /hr) plus part-time benefits
Application Deadline: First consideration given to applications received by 3/7/2008
Department: District Support Services
Reports to: Executive Director
How to apply: Send Weld Library District application along with resume to:
Weld Library District
Attn: Human Resources
1939 61st Avenue
Greeley, CO 80634
or by emailing application and resume to [email protected]
Role:
Plans, organizes, coordinates, and directs fund raising strategies for the Weld Library District and through the Weld Library District Foundation.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
25% - GRANTS – Receives grants from federal, state, and private entities by monitoring grants available, writing grant proposals, presenting grants to funding sources, monitoring compliance and approving distribution of grant money in order to raise funds for the library district through grants.
20% - SPECIAL EVENTS – Develops and coordinates special events and projects by evaluating fundraising potential of events; coordinating set up, administration and promotion of events; and evaluating effectiveness in order to raise funds for the library district though special fundraising events.
20% - FOUNDATION BOARD – Creates agendas, schedules meetings, and strategizes fund raising goals and projects in order to coordinate Foundation Board activities and meetings.
20% - DONATIONS – Raises funds through donations by contacting potential contributors via phone, mail, or in person; and persuades individuals and corporations to contribute money in order to raise funds for the library district through donations.
15% - ADMINISTRATION – Monitors expenses incurred and funds received, prepares mailings and brochures for promotion and solicitation, maintains fundraising database and financial transactions, reports activities and results of Foundation to Board of Trustees, and other duties as necessary for the smooth operation of the department.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree; or any equivalent combination of experience, which provides the success factors.
3 – 5 years of related experience
Success Factors:
Focuses on the customer
Initiative
Contributes to a positive work environment
Strategic thinking
Pursues personal development
Continuous improvement
Takes pride in the workplace
Emotionally intelligent
Tactful
Creative
Knowledge of public library services and purpose
Knowledge of practices, principles, and methods of marketing
Knowledge of grant writing procedures
Knowledge of Robert’s Rules
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 various office equipment including copiers
This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.
Additional Info & Requirements
The Weld Library District is seeking a self-motivated, energetic person for fund raising coordination and grant writing. The ideal candidate will have experience getting results with fundraising activities and established relationships in the Weld County area. This position has a flexible schedule of 20 hours/week and successful candidate will work from home with District computer and cell phone. Reliable transportation for traveling throughout county required. Please visit www.MyLibrary.us for a full job description and application.
Website
https://www.mylibrary.us/
Human Resources / Job Listings
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HR Info
For application and more information regarding open positions please visit our website at www.MyLibrary.us
Posted Feb 8, 2008
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