Director of Development
Position Overview
The Mecklenburg County Council in Charlotte, North Carolina, has an opening for a Development Director.
Our Staff is a committed group of talented individuals with a desire to serve our community. Our board is active and excited to collaboratively work alongside our staff.
If you have an interest in a career with Scouting America, Mecklenburg County Council, and want to positively impact families across Charlotte, then let us know, and let’s get started.
Interested candidates should speak with their staff leader and send their resume and cover letter to Office Manager – laura.bachelder@scouting.org, 704.342.9333 or Scout Executive, Mark Turner – mark.turner@scouting.org, 704.342.9330.
Responsibilities
- Overseeing the Friends of Scouting Campaign
- Leading the Council Golf Tournament & Sporting Clay special events
- Leading the Council’s Corporate Campaigning
- Planning and leading the council’s FOS campaign & Good Scout Luncheon kickoff.
- Overseeing the Council’s development strategies, including:
- Annual Eagle Gathering
- Annual Board training
- Develop and lead the council’s grant writing
Education
- Bachelors
Benefits
All councils are equal opportunity employers and offer a competitive salary, based on the council’s geographic location. Professional Scouting offers benefits to include major medical, prescription coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, accidental death, retirement plan, plus compensation for authorized and approved business-related expenses, including phone and mileage reimbursement. We also offer a generous vacation policy and holiday observances.
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Refer to this link for BSA career information: https://www.scouting.org/careers/working-with-us
