Community Relations & Development Director

BOWLING GREEN, OHPosted a month ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Easterseals Northwest Ohio

• Job overview

  The Community Relations & Development Director leads donor development and community engagement in Wood County to build relationships, increase donor investment, and advance Easterseals Northwest Ohio's mission.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The Director develops and executes fundraising strategies, builds a major gift program, engages with the community, supports advisory councils and boards, collaborates on marketing and communications, meets fundraising goals, manages donor relations, represents the organization publicly, and assists with events and grant writing.

• Compensation and benefits

  The pay range is $53,020 to $83,232; specific benefits are not detailed in the description.

• Experience and skills

  Requires a bachelor's degree preferred, minimum 5 years in development or related fields, proven relationship-building skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems, excellent communication and public speaking, and preferred grant writing experience.

• Company information

  Easterseals Northwest Ohio is part of the broader Easterseals network focused on community impact and inclusion.

• Team overview

  The Director works closely with the Executive Director, Chief Community Impact Officer, Advisory Council, Board of Directors, marketing team, and network management staff.

• Job location and travel

  The role is based in Wood County with active community engagement and representation responsibilities.

• Unique job features

  The position involves building a donor base from the ground up, acting as the local face of the organization, and aligning local efforts with a national network strategy.

Company overview

Easterseals Northwest Ohio is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing services and support for individuals with disabilities and their families, focusing on enhancing independence, inclusion, and quality of life. The organization generates revenue through a combination of government funding, grants, donations, and fee-for-service programs such as early intervention, therapy, workforce development, and adult day services. Founded as part of the national Easterseals network, which has been a leader in disability services since 1919, the Northwest Ohio affiliate has a longstanding reputation for community impact and advocacy. Candidates should be aware of the organization's commitment to individualized care, collaboration with local agencies, and ongoing adaptation to meet evolving community needs.

How to land this job

• Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience in donor development, community engagement, and building major gift programs, highlighting your ability to cultivate and solicit major donors in alignment with organizational missions.

• Showcase your skills in relationship-building, public speaking, grant writing, and collaboration with boards and advisory councils, as these are critical for success in this role.

• Apply through multiple platforms, including Easterseals Northwest Ohio's official corporate website and LinkedIn, to maximize your application visibility and reach.

• Connect with current employees or leadership in the development or community relations divisions at Easterseals Northwest Ohio on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent community events they participated in or expressing genuine interest in the organization's impact in Wood County.

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