Title: State Development Director                    Status:        Exempt         

Reports to:      SVP for State Capacity Building

General Description:   The State Development Director will build a new systematic program solely dedicated to  leveraging the fundraising opportunities afforded by a closer working relationship among state leagues and national LCV. 

Specific (Essential) Responsibilities:

·        Develop a plan and operational strategies to leverage the unique opportunity that our recent merger offers to the fundraising practices at both the state and national level.

·        In conjunction with the LCV development department and state leagues, seek and provide opportunities for state and national leagues to actively fundraise together, via personal visits with major donors, events, and a variety of grassroots fundraising  methods (direct mail, telemarketing, online, and canvassing.)

·        In coordination with the LCV development department and state leagues, research, identify and coordinate joint donor prospects from existing and new sources of funding.

·        Work with LCV development team and state leagues to coordinate cooperative fundraising for regional and multi-state projects.

·        Develop and manage a program to strengthen and coordinate brand messaging at the state and national level.

·        With support from the LCV development department, initiate and manage shared development-related resources and other services that lend themselves to economies of scale.

·        Coordinate with appropriate State League, State Capacity Building, and Development staff, as well as consultants and vendors to ensure timely and proper use of new fundraising opportunities.

·        Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Education:  Bachelor’s Degree required.

Work Experience: At least 5 years experience in non-profit development or political fundraising required.  An organized and strategic approach to fundraising with significant experience in creating and managing multi-faceted fundraising efforts and demonstrated  record of success in achieving results.  Previous experience with non-profit advocacy and political organizations preferred.  Familiarity with state leagues and/or other political action organizations desirable.

Skills:  A team builder and a team player.  Excellent listening communication and interpersonal skills required; strong organizational and written communication skills required, demonstrated ability to ask for direct contributions and manage a diverse fundraising program required.

Capabilities:  Demonstrated relationship building skills; solid judgment; critical thinking skills; a sense of movement and community; ability to handle multiple details and tasks; highly organized;

Conditions:  Able to work in excess of stated office hours when necessary to get the job done. Location to be determined. Salary depending on experience. Ability to travel a must. Full benefits available.

TO APPLY: Send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to hr@lcv.org with "StateDev" in the subject line, or mail to League of Conservation Voters, Attn: Human Resources Leg. Assoc., 1920 L Street, NW Suite 800 Washington, DC 20036.  No phone calls please. This position is open until filled.

LCV is an equal opportunity employer.