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Since 1965 Lifeworks Services Inc. (Lifeworks) has advanced disability inclusion. From grassroots beginnings Lifeworks has evolved alongside people with disabilities and their families supporting over 5500 people annually. Lifeworks reimagines whats possible through innovative solutions for careers daily activities community engagement and in-home services. It collaborates with employers communities and government agencies to co-create expanded opportunities that build more accessible equitable and diverse communities.
Today Lifeworks has four physical locations in Apple Valley New Hope Mankato and Richfield. Its reach extends to 65 of Minnesotas counties and the organization partners with a network of over 450 businesses nonprofits and community organizations.
Through its core services more than 500 people receive Employment support over 200 people connect with their communities through Day Support and 2400 Minnesotans self-direct their care through Lifeworks. In 2024 Lifeworks launched disability inclusion and consulting services educating over 1600 individuals.
As an advocate for inclusion Lifeworks is resolutely committed to self-determined support careers with competitive wages and developing innovative opportunities that enhance everyday lives. The Lifeworks leadership team and employees embrace a common set of core values to guide their work:
Lifeworks has recently refreshed its strategic plan which includes the following key pillars:
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Position Summary
The Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) is a new position at Lifeworks. This strategic leader will lead the organizations development and marketing teams and be a key member of Lifeworks leadership team. The CAO will be instrumental in cultivating a culture of philanthropy across the organization working closely with both executive leaders and the Board of Directors. The CAO will play a key role in defining a broader definition of philanthropy to generate multifaceted value in support of the mission.
The CAO will be a passionate champion for Lifeworks philanthropic vision leading the design and implementation of fundraising strategy capital campaigns and special funding initiatives that attract and steward the financial resources required to fulfill the organizations mission. Beyond fundraising the CAO will provide strategic leadership across both development and marketing/communications ensuring a unified and compelling message to all stakeholders.
The CAO is expected to be highly engaged in the funding community and a contributor to increasing the visibility and enhancing the perception of Lifeworks both regionally and nationally.
Reports to: CEO
Direct Reports: VP of Marketing VP of Fund Development
Other key relationships: Chief Financial Officer Chief People Officer Chief Growth Officer
Position Location: Richfield Minnesota
Compensation: Base salary range $190K-220K plus up to 20% bonus potential.
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Strategic Leadership
Development Leadership
Donor Relations and Stewardship
Marketing and Communications Leadership
People & Cultural Leadership
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will be an innovative and forward-thinking advancement leader with strong strategic marketing acumen and a proven track record of achieving ambitious financial goals and advancing key business objectives. They will have experience leading leaders working with a board and/or senior executives and managing a variety of funding sources.
This individual will be deeply aligned with the mission of Lifeworks energized by collaboration and thrive in a dynamic fast-paced environment. They must model a growth mindset and transparent communication actively champion inclusion and equity and engage meaningfully with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds. This leader will foster a supportive collaborative team culture that empowers others and drives collective success.
Leadership Competencies Expected
Strategic Acumen:: Understands the market identifies trends and drives the organization to create comprehensive competitive and breakthrough strategies. Prioritizes strategically leading the organization to pursue and capitalize on the best opportunities.
Transformational Leadership:: Defines a clear vision for reinventing the function to better align with the enterprises strategic priorities. Empowers employees at various levels within the function to act on that vision. Actively drives the transformation by celebrating short-term wins and sharing learnings.
Champions Innovation:: Constructively challenges the prevailing wisdom or accepted ways of doing things. Pushes the organization to identify new approaches and uncover unconventional ideas that drive value using data and insights. Supports well-reasoned risks and new ideas.
Fosters Collaboration:: Creates an environment that supports collaboration by facilitating communication and coordination across all parts of the organization. Intentionally invests in building productive relationships and trust encourages healthy discourse and ensures that diverse viewpoints are explored. Builds an intentional and cohesive culture that aligns functional agendas and unites the team.
Builds Talent:: Develops and maintains high-performing teams and coaches other leaders to develop their own leadership capabilities. Ensures all leaders and team members challenge and support each other while respecting others unique roles and contributions.
Compensation
Base salary range $190K-220K plus up to 20% bonus potential
Best-in-class benefits package including:
To Apply
Lifeworks has partnered with Doran Leadership Partners to lead this search. Please send your interest resume or nomination to or to . Cover letters are welcomed but not required. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled and review of candidates will begin right away.
Lifeworks hybrid work model and inclusive culture emphasize collaboration interpersonal relationships and high-quality performance. Presence on-site or in-person will be defined by the needs of the business.
All employees are expected to follow all policies and procedures. These policies and procedures can be found in the employee handbook. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills efforts duties responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.
Lifeworks strives to be radically accessible diverse equitable and inclusive. We appreciate the vibrancy of differences center the voices of silenced and marginalized people and champion universal rights.
Lifeworks is committed to hiring people from a variety of diverse cultures with diverse life experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex age national origin protected veteran status disability status sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status familial status; genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Lifeworks is an equal opportunity employer and encourages members of diverse groups to apply.
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