Vice President of Resource Development

Boys & Girls Clubs of Weld Countys mission is to inspire and enable all young people
especially those who need us most to reach their full potential as productive caring and responsible citizens.

Our Organization:

BGCWC has provided sustained growth and impacted the lives of Weld County area youth since 1964. Thousands of youths have come through the doors of BGCWC and it currently serves over 1000 youth annually across three club sites located in Milliken Galeton and Fort Morgan in addition to three clubs in Greeley including a brand-new Teen Center that opened in summer 2024. Our nationally recognized programming includes academic support and tutoring computer training healthy lifestyles arts and culture as well as opportunities for community service and leadership development. BGCWCs vision is to help our youth develop healthy physical and emotional habits succeed in their chosen educational and career pathways achieve self-efficacy and confidence and become
leaders in their communities. We follow the Formula for Impact our roadmap for ensuring that young people have a positive impactful Club experience and achieve the important priority outcomes that lead to great futures.

The Club programming is offered in five core areas:
The Arts (digital fine applied and performing arts)
Education
Health & Wellness
Leadership & Service
Sports & Recreation

BGCWC programs are designed to encourage club members and develop the whole child. The Boys & Girls Club
Movement is focused on helping children and teens achieve priority outcomes in the areas of Academic Success
Character Development and Citizenship Healthy Lifestyles and Life and Workforce Readiness.

Location:

There are 31 incorporated municipalities in Weld County each with their own distinct personality rich history and strong sense of community. Most of our municipalities are an hour or less away from cultural amenities Rocky Mountain National Park and Denver International Airport making Weld County an ideal location to live work or play. Weld County is also the home of the University of Northern Colorado Aims Community College and other award-winning schools. Weld County covers over 4000 sq miles making it the third largest county in Colorado. And with a population of 329000 people in 2020 it is the 9th most populated county. Nestled in Northern Colorado Weld County has several charming small towns thriving cities with a history that runs deep. While BGCWC serves the Weld County area Greeley is the primary base of operations and support. Nestled on the high plains Greeley boasts breathtaking panoramic vistas of the Rocky Mountains providing a quaint town atmosphere with an array of metropolitan amenities and experiences. Greeley is a place where youll be warmly greeted and presented with a plethora of exciting activities to enjoy. Brace yourself for a vibrant arts community a State-certified Creative District immersive experiences in Colorados rich history diverse entertainment options to suit every musical and performance preference and a population of exceptionally friendly locals eagerly awaiting to extend a warm welcome.

Community Information
opportunity:

We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join our executive leadership team to serve as the Vice President of Resource Development for the growing Boys & Girls Club of Weld County (BGCWC). This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on kids lives. Reporting to the CEO the successful candidate will lead and direct BGCWC fundraising and financial sustainability initiatives as well as its marketing communication and awareness efforts. The role oversees setting the strategic direction for resource development and leads the execution of that strategy. Key items include ensuring objectives and KPIs are met relative to individual and corporate giving corporate sponsorships and donation tracking grant procurement as well as organization awareness and the promotion and production of Special Events.

The VP will be responsible for storytelling and inspiring donors to engage with our mission as we work to ensure that area youth and teens achieve great futures through delivery of a safe and fun space and creating an engaging Club experience. The ambition for the organization is to increase this positive impact of the BGCWC in the Weld County area by increasing the number of youths served and improving the efficacy of programming.

The Vice President of Resource Development will create an office of excellence collaboration and be a chameleon and champion of the Boys & Girls Club brand.

Our Values:

Trust.
We act with integrity and demonstrate mutual respect.

Accountability.
We take ownership and are transparent about how our actions impact others.

Teamwork.
We strive to be excellent communicators rely on each other and adapt to the needs of our team.

Serving Our Community.
We answer the needs of our members our community and our team.

Creating Memorable Moments.
We endeavor to deliver lasting positive impressions and experiences.

What Youll Do: Resource Development

• Develop an annual Resource Development (RD) strategy and plan and execute the plan to meet and exceed objectives.
• Collaborate and participate in the development of the organizations annual budget and ensure the RD strategy and plan is a aligned to meet or exceed budgeted goals.
• Ensure the RD strategy and plan includes the design and execution of programs to identify cultivate and solicit gifts from major individual corporate and foundation prospects growing and diversifying the organizations donor base as well as average funding levels from existing donors.
• Conduct donor analyses and mine donor database for trends and/or opportunities to help achieve funding objectives.
• Coordinate all donor and supporter correspondence as well as develop and execute a communications and recognition strategy to cultivate and recognize donors while also respecting individual donor preferences.
• Oversee the planning and execution of a calendar of Special Events designed to generate awareness and connection to the organization among stakeholders while also ensuring BGCWC achieves or exceeds financial goals based on the prior years event success. Continually analyze existing events to identify opportunities to increase revenue without compromising event experience or integrity.
• Collaborate with other departments and the Board of Directors in identifying strategic partnerships or sponsorships with corporations and local businesses for the organization overall specific Clubhouse(s) and/or Special Events.
• Supervise a Grant Writer and lead and oversee a grant application strategy to achieve financial support objectives through grant funding.
• In collaboration with COO and program team ensure BGCWC meets its responsibilities under grant agreements and oversee timely and accurate submission of grant required reporting.
• Partnering with COO and Grant Writer evaluate results of all grant funded programs determine strategies for renewal and identify new opportunities to support successful achievement of relevant programs and initiatives.
• Provide regular timely and complete reporting of RD initiatives and their status to the CEO and Board of Directors presenting results and findings at Resource Development Committee meetings and Board of Directors meetings.
• Lead the BGCWC Resource Development Committee as the staff liaison from the organization.
• Proactively identify story opportunities for earned media coverage as well as any necessary public relations response circumstances serving as a spokesperson for the organization in addition to the CEO.
• Represent the organization with donor and/or civic groups and seek opportunities to make presentations to help drive awareness for the organization its programs and its financial needs. Administrative Leadership & People Management

• Maintain oversight and foster a culture of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) across the organization especially within the RD department.
• Lead manage and supervise Grant Writer (as a direct report) and Special Events Manager in their responsibilities to support the development and execution of Resource Development strategy/plan.
• Participate in and support professional development and ensure annual personal performance objectives are developed tracked and that results are accurately reflected in formal reviews.

What Youll Need:

• Four-year degree from accredited college or university in marketing sales non-profit management or related field.
• A minimum of 5 years work experience in fundraising and gift acquisition and/or sales.
• Proven ability to raise significant sums of money and meet agreed upon financial targets.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and control fundraising expenses.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing a department and team.
• Group leadership skills across cross-functional departments and an understanding of group dynamics.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact professionalism and diplomacy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills able to communicate effectively with a diverse population and represent BGCWC professionally to the community.
• Demonstrated organizational and project management abilities.
• Demonstrate the desire and willingness to think critically about opportunities for improvement.
• Proficient in use of computers donor database systems and MS Office Products.
• Previous work experience with youth-focused non-profit organizations preferably within an after school or summer enrichment program.

The work associated with the role is conducted in-office while remote access will be considered at times.
Regional service area travel of 20% required (most within an hour of our offices). Must be able to maintain a high energy level and be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities. Be able to work closely with others in a small office environment. Ability to lift supplies materials and collateral materials weighing up to 35 pounds as needed.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Annual Salary Range: $100000 $125000
Generous vacation/sick time off plus:
100% employer paid medical dental vision coverage life insurance AD&D*
Annual 401K employer match up to 5% of base salary
Total Compensation/Rewards Package: $114000 - $141000

TO APPLY
Boys & Girls Clubs of Weld County has retained CLA to spearhead our recruitment efforts.
Send notes of inquiry and resume to:
Tanacity Carter Sr. Talent Recruiter

Required Experience:

Exec