Chief Advancement Officer (Pasadena)

Who We Are:

We are a premier provider dedicated to healing children and young adults, strengthening families, and transforming communities through quality, comprehensive services and advocacy. We envision a world in which children and young adults, families, and communities are able to heal, grow, and thrive.

Job Type: Full-time, Exempt Opportunity

Starting Salary Range: $182,850 - 222,850

What We Offer:

An outstanding benefits package and numerous opportunities for career growth and advancement within our organization!

• 13 Paid Holidays per year including Juneteenth
• Earn up to 16 days of paid vacation time, plus 50 hours of paid sick leave annually.
• 401(k) with no wait period and no vesting schedule
• 401(k) matching up to 4%
• Medical insurance offering 3 HMO with Kaiser and Health Net, and also a PPO Plan
• The Difference Card- Employer-funded benefit that works alongside an employee's health insurance plan to help offset out-of-pocket costs like copays, deductibles, and coinsurance.
• Dental insurance both HMO & PPO options, with 100% employer paid for HMO employee only coverage plan
• Vision insurance offers 100% employer-paid vision plan through EyeMed for you and your entire family
• Life and AD&D insurance 100% employer paid up to two times the annual salary
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program
• This role is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.

The essential functions include:

• Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies, including major donor cultivation, annual giving campaigns, corporate and foundation proposals, planned giving initiatives, special events, and other innovative approaches.
• Lead capital and endowment fundraising efforts, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Oversee public relations efforts and manage the responsibilities of the Director of Communication and Marketing, with a focus on strengthening and enhancing the brand.
• Continue to develop, support, and steward a dedicated guild of volunteers that commit their time to raising funds by directing the volunteer program and in-kind donation activities, supervising the Director of Community Resources to maximize community engagement.
• Partner closely with the Chief Executive Officer on all organizational activities, including open houses, special events, and other key functions.
• Participate in Board of Directors meetings and relevant committee sessions, providing strategic support in donor engagement and identification of potential contributors.
• Supervise grant writers and oversee and manage the development and writing of proposals, case statements, solicitation materials, and other fundraising collateral.
• Foster ongoing communication with former Board members to maintain strong relationships and leverage their support.
• Manage the income and expense budget for the advancement department, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with financial objectives.
• Supervise and mentor the Advancement Services team, driving performance and professional development.
• Execute additional responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer, Board, and Chief Financial Officer.
• Perform other duties as required to support the mission and goals of the organization.
• Work with program chiefs and directors to remain aligned with program needs and to master an understanding of services provided and clients served
• Generate new donor pools by providing organization information and tours
• Lead, manage, and direct a comprehensive and strategic fund development plan to enhance the short- and long-term diversified funding base.
• Manage the development and cultivation of a strong Board of Directors, together with the CEO and the Board Governance Committee.
• Establish and oversee performance measures, monitor results, and help the CEO and Board of Directors evaluate the effectiveness of the organization's fund development program.
• Provide oversight of the design and maintenance of donor and prospect records, gift management systems, and informational reports.
• Create and oversee a strategic approach to donor prospect research.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATES

• At least 7 years previous related experience, in a private nonprofit corporation
• CFRE certification preferred
• Valid California driver's license, driving record, and personal vehicle insurance acceptable to Hillsides' insurance carrier

TRAUMA INFORMED CARE (TIC)

Hillsides practices Trauma Informed Care (TIC) principles which recognizes the signs, symptoms, and widespread impact of trauma; Employees are asked to comprehensively integrate knowledge of Trauma Informed Care into policies, procedures, and practices with the goal to prevent re-traumatization which promotes healing of families, youth, individuals, and communities.

Hillsides is an Equal Opportunity Employer