Director of Donor Engagement
Marklund, geneva, il, United States
Job Description
Marklund in Geneva is hiring a Director of Donor Engagement! Would you like to make a difference in the lives of others and be appreciated for what you do?
Join us in making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities and love your job!
Marklund is seeking a highly motivated and mission‑centered individual for the position of Director of Donor Engagement . This is a full‑time position based out of our Geneva campus. The schedule is Monday‑Friday, 8:30 AM‑4:30 PM with occasional evenings and weekends for special events. The starting salary for this position is $80,000‑$90,000 based on qualifications and experience.
Who We Are
Marklund is a nonprofit organization that provides residential, educational and therapy services to infants, children, teens and adults with serious and profound developmental disabilities and special healthcare needs. With two residential locations – the Marklund Hyde Center in Geneva and the Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin – it is currently home to nearly 178 residents. The Marklund Day School offers Multi‑Needs and Life Skills programs for children and young adults with multiple medical needs, and those diagnosed on the autism spectrum. In addition, our Community Day Services program at each site is a therapeutic day program for adults who reside at Marklund and those who come in from the community.
Marklund provides a rich culture where everything we do contributes to our mission of “making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities.” Each employee’s job contributes to Marklund’s vision of providing a happy, safe, purpose‑filled life for every individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and is integral to enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve.
Responsibilities
- Take a leadership role as a backup to the CDO.
- Help strengthen the LGC and Annual Fund programs at Marklund.
- Work with the Signature Events Director and Community Events Manager to employ individual giving and stewardship strategies for previous event participants.
- Represent development to new and potential donors and other Marklund stakeholders.
- Provide leadership and encourage ongoing research/ideas for new campaigns and/or appeals in an effort to identify new potential funding.
- Develop and pursue fundraising ideas, contacts and strategies to raise funds from individuals, corporations and foundations in the Chicago area.
- Other duties as assigned.
Please note that this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job and to meet its functional and environmental requirements.
As an equal opportunity employer, Marklund respects and supports diversity, equity and inclusion as part of our work environment.
Apply Today!
Apply today to become an integral part of enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve.
Required Experience
- Proficiency with Raiser's Edge NXT and with Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and Word).
- Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and/or cultivation/stewardship plans.
- CFRE certification preferred.
- Ability to manage external relationships with donors, prospects, vendors, board members, and other professionals.
- 5+ years experience in a senior fundraising position.
- Demonstrated success in cultivating and securing major gifts and grants.
Benefits
Full‑time Employees:
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Company Paid Life Insurance for all FT employees
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Company Paid Long‑Term Disability
- Voluntary Short‑Term Disability
- Paid Time Off (PTO)*
- *School Employees Receive “Closed Days” and Sick/Personal
- PTO Cash‑In & Conversion Twice Per Year
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Extended Sick Bank
- 7 Paid Holidays per Year
Full‑Time and Part‑Time Employee Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Credit Union Membership
- Retirement Savings Plan – eligible upon hire
- Marklund matches up to 5%
Ways we appreciate YOU
- Annual Employee Recognition Dinner and Celebration
- Years of Service Awards and Gifts beginning at 5 years
- Claire Haverkampf (founder) Annual Commemorative Award
- You Caught My Eye – Monthly Employee Award
- Thanksgiving Turkey
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Employee Assistance Program
Training & Growth Opportunities
- We promote from within whenever possible
- You are paid while you train
- In‑House Training Programs
- Leadership Training Program
- Employee Workshops on a variety of topics