Description

About

AMVETS Department of California Service Foundation is a California 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation that fundraises for the charitable purpose of providing programs and services to California veterans and their families and financial support to department and post programs, as well as other organizations that also serve and assist veterans.

We are searching for an Executive Director that understands nonprofit operations, fundraising, board governance, financial oversight, staff leadership, compliance, and mission-centered service. If you are passionate about working for a nonprofit organization that serves California veterans and their families and you excel in fundraising and donor development, financial stewardship, visionary leadership, strategic thinking, and board collaboration, apply to join our team at AMVETS Department of California Service Foundation!

Summary

The Executive Director oversees the strategic vision of the organization and leads business planning to drive company growth. Duties include collaborating with the organization’s leadership team, implementing strategic plans for the organization’s development and managing relationships with donors. 

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Revenue Development

1.     Develops objectives and identifies and prioritizes funding needs.

2.     Oversees fundraising strategies and annual campaign operations to enhance and grow revenue.

3.     Secures financial support from individuals, corporations and foundations.

4.     Develops and maintains ongoing relationships with major donors.

5.     Researches and initiates proposals for funding requests and grants and manages reporting requirements, if awarded.

6.     Reviews draft grant applications and proposals for composition including content, style and format and ensures applications and proposals meet the funder’s requirements and guidelines. 

7.     Ensures the preparation of quarterly and/or annual reports as required by funding agencies.

8.     Ensures proper donor recognition and cultivation.

9.     Liaison between organization and outside funding agencies and groups.

Financial, Tax, Risk and Facilities Management

1.     Manages budget, investments and finances.

2.     Provides monthly accounting to Board of Directors.

3.     Recommends annual budget for Board approval and prudently manage resources within budget guidelines.

4.     Manages Property & Casualty (GL/Auto/E&O/WC & UMB) and FINPRO (D&O/EPL/FIL & Crime) insurance program renewal.

5.     Regularly reports to Board of Directors regarding the status of the organization’s assets and makes recommendations on how the Foundation can conduct its operations and manage its assets in a more effective and efficient way.

Department Administration and Support

1.     Supports operations and administration of organization by advising and informing Board of Directors.

2.     Manages and supervises staff at the Corporate office.

3.     Attends Board meetings and Department meetings and conventions.

4.     Interfaces between National, Department, Service Foundation, Posts, post members, staff and the public.

Corporate Compliance

1.     Maintains official records and documents, including Board of Directors meeting minutes and resolutions to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.

2.     Stays apprised of AMVETS National requirements and guidelines.

3.     Prepares a written report, 7- 10 days before each Board meeting that summarizes each project and provides a status report, goals and timelines for activities. All activities may be evaluated by the Board and the Executive Director work may be redirected, adapted and further managed by the Board at any time.

Community and Public Relations

1.     Ensures the organization’s mission and programs are consistently presented in a positive image to members and the public.

2.     Oversee public relations vendors, all advertising campaigns, website and social media presentations, and special events.

3.     Act as liaison for the organization with AMVETS National and AMVETS Department of California, as well as, other veteran organizations.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

1.     Bachelor's degree in business- or management-related field, or

2.     Four or more years of related experience or training in business management, and  

3.     Two or more years in managerial role, or

4.     Equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Education and Experience

1.     Four or more years of related experience or training in nonprofit organizations