U.S. VETS

U.S.VETS, the nation's largest veteran services nonprofit, seeks a Development and Communications Manager at our Long Beach site.. U.S.VETS provides more than 5,500 veterans each night with housing, counseling, career services, and comprehensive support at 32 residential and service sites.. The U.S.VETS Development & Communications Manager reports directly to the Executive Director and is primarily responsible for management and expansion of U.S.VETS site fundraising, communications, and community engagement.. Oversee all donor engagement; increase individual giving through donor solicitation and stewardship, and independent coordination of direct mail and e-appeals. Manage site communications, public relations, marketing and secure client success stories, develop all social media engagement, website updates, coordinate media and advertising

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﻿Job Details LevelExperiencedJob LocationUSVETS Long Beach - Long Beach, CAPosition TypeFull TimeEducation Level4 Year DegreeSalary Range$70,296.00 - $81,934.00 SalaryTravel PercentageUp to 25%Job ShiftDayJob CategoryNonprofit - Social ServicesDescription U.S.VETS, the nation's largest veteran services nonprofit, seeks a Development and Communications Manager at our Long Beach site. U.S.VETS provides more than 5,500 veterans each night with housing, counseling, career services, and comprehensive support at 32 residential and service sites. With a mission to end veteran homelessness, U.S.VETS is developing housing across the country and expanding vital homeless prevention programs that provide post-9/11 veterans and families with career and mental health services to successfully transition to civilian life.Looking for a rewarding position? How would you like to serve those who served?If you are looking for an opportunity to work for a great organization & make a difference, this is the job for you!Come & join our winning team!Benefits include Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision and Company matching 401KAll applications must be completed in entirety. Local Candidates Only. Development & Communications Manager The U.S.VETS Development & Communications Manager reports directly to the Executive Director and is primarily responsible for management and expansion of U.S.VETS site fundraising, communications, and community engagement.FLSA Classification: ExemptResponsibilities General Fundraising (80%)<ul><li>Work directly with Site Executive Director to oversee site fundraising, communications, community engagement and increase private revenue annually to meet projected goals. Current revenue exceeds $620,000 annually.</li><li>Partner with National Development staff to execute and expand fundraising and communications activities, participate in national development calls, teleconferences, and meetings</li><li>Manage all signature events, including administration, fundraising logistics and execution, secure and manage 3rd party, donor-hosted and other events as needed, working with Executive Director, Advisory Council, Committee</li><li>Lead growth of corporate fundraising through identification and direct solicitation of prospects for event sponsorships, in-kind and capital investments</li><li>Oversee all donor engagement; increase individual giving through donor solicitation and stewardship, and independent coordination of direct mail and e-appeals</li><li>Identify prospects for individual and corporate support, conduct prospect research, initiate, and conduct direct outreach and solicitation, independently and/or in partnership with senior leadership</li><li>Serve as community representative, facilitate presentations for the Executive Director and program leadership, deliver presentations to local businesses, faith-based groups, and community associations</li><li>Secure in-kind contributions for events, programs, and facilities, including identifying and partnering with local community groups, businesses, and others to increase donations</li><li>Engage community and corporate volunteers, develop, and oversee individual and group volunteer projects, manage and steward volunteers on-site and at events</li><li>Utilize Blackbaud RE NXT database to create records, record cash/in-kind contributions, send acknowledgments, and track actions and contacts</li><li>May provide supervisory oversight to development staff or volunteers to achieve division objectives</li><li>Performs other duties as required</li></ul>Communications (20%)<ul><li>Manage site communications, public relations, marketing and secure client success stories, develop all social media engagement, website updates, coordinate media and advertising</li><li>Maintain site development and communications calendar, report on site fundraising efforts to the National office</li><li>Develop and manage branded collateral, presentations, marketing materials and communications; ensure consistent use of organization brand, mission, and messaging</li><li>Performs other duties as required</li></ul>Qualifications Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor's degree preferred or commensurate experience will be considered</li><li>3-5 years fundraising experience, particularly including special events, individual and corporate giving.</li><li>Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in managing donor and community relationships</li><li>Initiative to personally request and secure investments from individuals, corporations, and community groups</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities, strong time management skills</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to listen to and effectively communicate with colleagues and donors</li><li>Flexibility, creativity, and initiative are required to create new opportunities. </li><li>Strong Microsoft Office, database, and administration skills.</li></ul>NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY U.S.VETS subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. U.S.VETS' policy is to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications, without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, U.S.VETS intends to comply fully with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, and the information requested on this application will be used only for purposes consistent with those laws.AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT - REQUEST FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION In accordance with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act, U.S.VETS' policy is to provide reasonable accommodation for applicants requesting accommodation(s) during the application process, so the applicant may be given a full and fair opportunity to be considered for employment. If any candidate needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify U.S.VETS in any of the following ways:by calling 213-542-2600, U.S. Mail, or hand deliver to U.S.VETS, 800 West 6th Street, Suite 1505, Los Angeles, CA 90017. Attention: Human Resources Job Applicant Request.U.S.VETS' mission is the successful transition of military veterans and their families through the provision of housing, counseling, career development, and comprehensive support.Rev 10.26.2023<h3>J-18808-Ljbffr</h3>

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