Regional Director, Development Special Events
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National Jewish Health, a 125-year-old non-profit and world leader in respiratory, immune, and cardiac care, is seeking a dynamic Regional Director of Special Events to lead fundraising and event efforts in the New York region. For over 56 years, the organization's Real Estate and Construction Industries annual gala has been a cornerstone event, raising more than $57 million over three decades, including $2.5 million at the most recent event. This role oversees all aspects of event planning, logistics, and fundraising in collaboration with passionate volunteer leadership and the Denver-based Associate Vice President of Events. The Regional Director reports to the Associate Vice President of the Eastern region and will supervise a team of three, strategize to grow the regional event portfolio, and ensure exceptional donor experiences that inspire support for the institution's groundbreaking mission. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of five years of experience in event planning and fundraising, strong management skills with at least three years of team leadership experience, and a proven ability to work effectively with volunteer leaders. Key Highlights:

Competitive salary range: $120,000-$170,000

Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement with employer match

Hybrid scheduling opportunities

A mission-driven culture dedicated to excellence and diversity

Position SummaryTo plan, execute and oversee logistics and fundraising for events in the region. To identify, cultivate and solicit event donors, honorees and committee prospects to lay strategies for event fundraising and assist with regional fundraising activities as needed.Essential Duties

Responsible for creating fundraising strategy, managing event logistics and implementing all details for assigned events.

Develops strategies to meet or exceed all budgeted revenue goals in coordination with AVP Events.

Oversees all event fundraising activity in the region.

Supervises regional events staff.

Develops and cultivates relationships with Regional Trustees and event leadership.

Assists as needed with planning other events that are created. Operates and produces events within approved cost of fundraising.

Documents all donor contacts in compliance with National Jewish Development procedures. Maintains donor files and accounts as assigned to them.

Acts as an institutional representative with National Jewish public.

Develops plans for securing gifts (key event sponsors) from new sources.

Performs other related duties, including special projects, as required or assigned.

Performs as back up to staff absences and vacancies as necessary.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Other Duties

Performs, as directed, safety compliance and uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as needed.

Participates in Quality Assessment (QA) and Quality Improvement (QI) programs, as directed.

Ensures compliance with The Joint Commission and all other Federal, State and Regulatory Agencies.

Responds promptly and sincerely to customer's needs, requests and concerns via all communication forms using easily understood language and refraining from using inappropriate language and non-verbal gestures.

Maintains positive working relationships as a team player through problem solving issues, speaking positively about others, listening attentively and observing the Patient Bill of Rights and Confidentiality.

Increases customer service knowledge, skill and ability by participating in department and institution-wide specific programs.

Incorporates the identiy of National Jewish Health (Breathing Science is Life) into daily functions. Speaks positively about the institution, provides customers with prompt service, maintains a clean and safe working environment, dresses appropriately based upon National Jewish safety standards, and departmental policies and wears an ID badge visibly.

Competencies

Accountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish Health.

Business Acumen: Using economic, financial, market, and industry data to understand and improve business results; using one's understanding of major business functions, industry trends, and own organization's position to contribute to effective business strategies and tactics.

Collaboration/Teamwork: Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals; works with employees within and across his/her department to achieve shared goals; treats others with dignity and respect and maintains a friendly demeanor; values the contributions of others.

Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers' and own organization's needs.

Peer Relationships: Interacts with others in a constructive, positive, and respectful manner, regardless of individual differences. Assists team members or co-workers in achieving personal goals and completing assignments.

Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility Manages 1-4 employeesTravelNoneCore Values

Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.

Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.

Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.

Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.

Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the institution.

Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.

Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.

Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor degree in related field required. Additional training in development and non-profit management preferred.

Work Experience: A minimum of 5 years fundraising or related experience required.

Special Training, Certification or Licensure: None

BenefitsAt National Jewish Health, we recognize that our outstanding faculty and staff are the essence of our organization. For every aspect of health care, our employees are our greatest asset. With that in mind, we have designed a valuable, comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Cigna health plan regional office employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with the plan.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days, and six paid holidays.
• Dental & Vision Plans: Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.
• Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
• Child Care Assistance: Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.
• Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
• Disability & Life Insurance: Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.
• Voluntary Benefits: Full suite of coverage options such as Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan
• Exclusive Discounts: Savings on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.

Application Deadline: This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.