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Join our management team! We are seeking an equity focused Department Director for our Development Team at Camp Fire Columbia in Portland, Oregon. This is position can be remote up to one year. After one year, there will be are requirement to work in the office a few days a week.Our Commitment to Equity
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are interested in finding the best qualified candidate for the job, and candidate may be from a less traditional background. If you feel this is you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed. Please contact us if you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position.
We strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Our History and Purpose
Camp Fire Columbia was founded in 1910. Our comprehensive program starts with early intervention at the elementary level, bridges the learning gap for middle school, and helps students thrive and plan for bright futures during high school. During the schoolyear, Camp Fire works in partnership with dozens of schools in the Metro Area. During the summer months, we offer summer camps in the Portland metro area and at our beautiful 552-acre camp, Camp Namanu, bordered by the vibrant Sandy River and presided over by century old trees.
We believe that every child should have the opportunity to find and pursue their spark – a passion that inspires and drives them to set and achieve goals for their future.
Our organization enables our employee to help build up youth
Our goal is to address racial predictability of youth achievement academically, socially, and economically.Our Investment in You
Camp Fire Columbia believes engaged, confident, and well-rounded children today can build thriving communities tomorrow. Through a commitment to equity, continuous learning and by leading with our values, we believe in maintaining a supportive work culture while providing the highest quality child care for families.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health & dental care for employees working 30 hours or more with 12 paid holidays, two (2) floating holidays, and vacation for all full-time employees
We offer 3% salary match invested into a retirement account, an Employee Assistance Program (9 free service visits), volunteer paid time-off, and sick pay for all employees
You'll get weekends off and work with an all-star team voted Top Places to Work by The Oregonian 2020.Position Overview:
Full-Time, Exempt
Reports to: President/CEO
Compensation Range: $66,900 - $87,000
Camp Fire Columbia is looking for a Director of Development who is motivated by our mission and has a proven track record of fundraising success. It is an exciting time for someone who is energized by growth and program development. 2024 will mark Camp Namanu’s centennial celebration and is a once in a lifetime opportunity to highlight and champion this magical place. We hope over the next 3-5 years to launch a capital campaign, grow development revenue from 500K to 1.5 million, and deepen our use of community centric fundraising as our primary orientation to development. The Director of Development has the primary responsibility for developing and implementing strategies to raise revenue from individuals, businesses, government and foundations.
This position serves on the Camp Fire Columbia management team, is involved with direct solicitation, as well as motivates and manages staff of three (2.2 FTE) to reach fundraising goals. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic, community centric environment and contributes to a collaborative, productive and fun work environment. Extensive knowledge and practice with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge is required.Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Equity: This role will come in contact with students, visitors, vendors and employees. Each of these persons may have visible and invisible qualities that make that person unique. This includes race, gender, age, sexuality, ability, religion, national origin, gender identity, and other identities. This role requires sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning and working environments by having respectful and considerate behavior, thoughtful and constructive speech to all. Develop and execute the Camp Fire Columbia annual fundraising and communications/marketing plan
Secure financial and in-kind support to meet budget goals
Create and implement strategy to build a diverse pipeline of annual contributors, major donors and corporate partners
Collaboratively build organizational budget
Provide analysis and report on fundraising progress for the CEO, Board, and Program Directors
Initiate contact with donors, align giving priorities, and successfully solicit gifts in the 1K-25K range
Steward donor relationships by ensuring fulfillment of benefits, along with consistent, creative and valued appreciation activities
Conduct outreach and devise campaigns to build a diversified base of financial support
Oversee strategy and execution of special events – including the established Spark and the under development Sparkfinder event
Work with the CEO to identify, engage, and solicit key funding partners
Support and involve the Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers in developing and stewarding donor relationships
Leverage the Camp Fire brand with integrity and creativity
Collaboratively participate on organization’s management team
Manage development staff (currently 2.2 FTE): Development Manager, Grants Manager, & Director of Outreach & Engagement
Maintain and analyze fundraising data through Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge; oversee data entry, gift processing, and report generation. Supervisory Responsibilities:
Directly supervises the Development Manager and Grants Manager and may serve as a task supervisor on some projects for the Director of Outreach and Engagement and the Communications Manager. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Education and/or Experience:
Minimum 7 years’ experience in progressively complex development positions and demonstrable track record meeting fundraising goals while centering principals of equity and focus on community engagement. There are no minimum education requirements for this position.
A minimum of three years of supervisory experience is required.
Lived or learned experience understanding the impact of racism and systems of oppression as it relates to work with youth and communities, and utilizing an equity lens and trauma-informed approach to developing and managing fundraising efforts.Our Commitment:
Camp Fire welcomes and embraces all youth of diverse cultures, beliefs, experiences, and identities. We are committed to creating a culturally-responsive, inclusive, and safe environment for all children, families and staff.
Camp Fire Columbia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, gender, gender expression and identification, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.
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