Economic Development and Communication Director Job at TURN Community Services i

TURN Community Services in Utah is seeking a highly driven and passionate full-time Economic Development and Communication Director to join our nonprofit. In this position, you make a significant impact on our community by helping us secure funding to support people with disabilities.

Depending on experience, you take home $65,000 - $75,000/year. We also offer these wonderful benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision
• A $600 sign-on bonus
• Opportunities for growth
• A health plan through health reimbursement accounts (and an option to participate in a health savings account (HSA)
• Accrued paid time off following a waiting period
• A 401(k) with employer match
• An employee assistance program
• Disability

Apply today to join a professional and supportive work environment where your skills and expertise are valued!

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in business, communications, social sciences, or a related field OR an equivalent amount of relevant professional experience
• 4+ years of experience in management, marketing, or financial development, preferably with a nonprofit
• Experience with fundraising, supervising staff, and maintaining donor relationships
• Computer proficiency, interest in social media trends, and ability to use platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram
• Heart for working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Must be located along the Wasatch Front - Weber to Utah County
• Must have own vehicle and be a driver in good standing

Don't meet all these qualifications? No problem! We encourage you to apply as long as you are communicative, collaborative, and committed to doing your best. Organization, attention to detail, and the ability to meet all deadlines are crucial. You should also be willing to work with diverse people from all kinds of groups.

WHAT TO EXPECT

This position involves close collaboration with management and department leaders to develop impactful strategies for short- and long-term success. You create comprehensive funding plans and oversee the execution of public relations initiatives. Meticulously, you maintain our donor database and cultivate new relationships with funding sources and financial institutions.

You play a pivotal role in conceiving and crafting persuasive grant proposals, steering media communications, and fostering active engagement across various online platforms. To help with fundraising, you closely adhere to submission timelines, allocate resources, and attend important grant meetings. You are critical to our success!

Our main office in Salt Lake City is your primary work location, but this position will require travel and work around the state.

OUR GOAL

TURN Community Services was founded in 1973 by a group of parents who wanted better services for their adult children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We provide resources to more than 850 individuals with developmental disabilities. With locations from Brigham City to St. George, we offer a full range of services including day programs, residential living, art center programs, summer camp, and supported employment opportunities.

The mission of our nonprofit is to TURN dreams into reality! That applies to our employees as well. We genuinely care about the people in our employ and want to make a difference in their lives and careers. We offer generous benefits and promote a work environment where everyone supports each other.