Development Director
American Heart Association, Irving, TX, United States
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.
Job Location Dallas, TX – office-based with a hybrid schedule in Irving, TX.
Responsibilities
Generate revenue by prospecting and securing local corporate sponsorship and individual donations to support the Heart Walk fundraising campaign.
Build and maintain a pipeline of prospective corporate sponsors and donors through targeted research aligned with campaign goals and the Association's mission.
Develop and present proposals and accompanying materials to secure revenue and volunteer engagement.
Recruit and oversee executive volunteer leadership, volunteer committees, and day‑of‑the‑event volunteers.
Lead and engage new individual membership for the Cor Vitae giving society, planning and implementing regular engagement events for members.
Plan and implement events in collaboration with internal and external partners.
Collaborate with the Communications Director to support and promote campaign communication plans.
Qualifications
3 years of relevant experience in fundraising, sales, or related fields.
University/College degree or equivalent experience.
Ability to travel locally up to 75% of the time and occasionally overnight; requires reliable personal transportation.
Ability to lift and/or move large objects with care and appropriate assistance when needed.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Preferred Experience and Skills
Experience managing and cultivating relationships with C‑Suite level leaders.
Knowledge of corporate and community networks.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary
with potential incentive up to 25% of base pay based on revenue target achievement.
Performance and Recognition:
Annual salary planning and incentive programs for successful target attainment.
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; robust retirement program with employer match and automatic contribution; employee assistance program; wellness program; telemedicine and medical consultation.
Professional Development:
Access to Employee Resource Groups, mentoring programs, and the national online university Heart U with over 100,000 resources.
Work‑Life Harmonization:
Paid Time Off (minimum 16 days, increasing with seniority); 12 paid holidays per year.
Tuition Assistance:
Financial assistance for further education related to current duties and future roles.
EEO Statement EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. In accordance with local and state laws, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
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Job Location Dallas, TX – office-based with a hybrid schedule in Irving, TX.
Responsibilities
Generate revenue by prospecting and securing local corporate sponsorship and individual donations to support the Heart Walk fundraising campaign.
Build and maintain a pipeline of prospective corporate sponsors and donors through targeted research aligned with campaign goals and the Association's mission.
Develop and present proposals and accompanying materials to secure revenue and volunteer engagement.
Recruit and oversee executive volunteer leadership, volunteer committees, and day‑of‑the‑event volunteers.
Lead and engage new individual membership for the Cor Vitae giving society, planning and implementing regular engagement events for members.
Plan and implement events in collaboration with internal and external partners.
Collaborate with the Communications Director to support and promote campaign communication plans.
Qualifications
3 years of relevant experience in fundraising, sales, or related fields.
University/College degree or equivalent experience.
Ability to travel locally up to 75% of the time and occasionally overnight; requires reliable personal transportation.
Ability to lift and/or move large objects with care and appropriate assistance when needed.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Preferred Experience and Skills
Experience managing and cultivating relationships with C‑Suite level leaders.
Knowledge of corporate and community networks.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary
with potential incentive up to 25% of base pay based on revenue target achievement.
Performance and Recognition:
Annual salary planning and incentive programs for successful target attainment.
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; robust retirement program with employer match and automatic contribution; employee assistance program; wellness program; telemedicine and medical consultation.
Professional Development:
Access to Employee Resource Groups, mentoring programs, and the national online university Heart U with over 100,000 resources.
Work‑Life Harmonization:
Paid Time Off (minimum 16 days, increasing with seniority); 12 paid holidays per year.
Tuition Assistance:
Financial assistance for further education related to current duties and future roles.
EEO Statement EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. In accordance with local and state laws, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
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