Director, Development/Volunteer Services, 40 Hours, Day Shift, and Development Department

Day Kimball Health; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

HSA/FSA

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Educational Assistance

Shift Differentials

Pay-for-Performance

Career Growth

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Day Kimball Health in Putnam, Connecticut seeks a Director of Development/Volunteer Services to lead the donor relations program, major and planned gifts, and fundraising strategy. Reporting to the President/CEO, you will build a comprehensive program and manage all aspects of the hospital’s fundraising efforts.

You will oversee major capital campaigns, ensure regulatory compliance, and supervise the philanthropy office, driving growth and community impact in a nonprofit healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years nonprofit fundraising experience.
• Experience leading major capital campaigns and planned giving programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a comprehensive donor relations program for major and planned gifts.
• Lead hospitals major capital campaigns and planned giving programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations related to fundraising.
• Supervise the Philanthropy Office.

Skills

Fundraising

Major campaigns

Community relations

Strategic planning

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree preferred

Job description

Day Kimball Health is seeking a Director, Development/Volunteer Services to join our Development Department in Putnam, Connecticut. If you're looking for a rewarding healthcare career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Exemption Status: Exempt

Location: Putnam, CT

Hours: 40 hours per week

Schedule: Day Shift

Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Earned Time Off – Includes Vacations and Paid Holidays
• Sick Time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with eligible employer contributions
• Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
• Educational Assistance & Student Loan Reimbursement – Up to $5,000 (36–40 hours) or $2,500 (20–35 hours) per fiscal year.
• Shift Differentials for eligible evening, night, and weekend shifts
• Pay-for-Performance opportunities
• Career Growth, Leadership Development, and Mentorship
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs, Recognition Events, and Food Truck Fridays
• Weekly Pay - get paid every week for added flexibility

As the Director, Development/Volunteer Services, you will be a vital member of a dynamic team responsible for…

Leads the strategic development of the Hospital’s Donor Relations Program. Reporting to the President/CEO, is responsible for building a comprehensive program for major and planned giving, with the ability to identify and secure gifts from regional constituencies. Manages all aspects of Day Kimball Healthcare fund-raising efforts.

• Responsible for building and maintaining a successful comprehensive program for major and planned giving, by identifying and securing gifts from regional constituencies.
• Lead hospitals major Capital Campaigns and planned giving programs.
• Assure compliance with all federal, state and local regulations dealing with Philanthropic issues.
• Supervises the Philanthropy Office.

Education and Experience Requirements

Education

• A bachelor’s degree is required, graduate degree preferred.

Experience

• A minimum of five years non-profit fundraising experience is required. Experience at leading major Capital Campaigns and with planned giving programs is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to work with people so as to recruit their involvement in hospital activities, is a principle senior executive as related to community involvement.
• Ability to appreciate the mores of the Northeast Connecticut people and to work within their various social strata.
• Must be thoroughly familiar with the principles of hospital organization and administration.
• Ability to listen combined with a real liking for people.
• Cooperation with educational, civic, and social leaders of community, newspaper reporters, editors, and radio program directors, and administrative and supervisory personnel of the hospital.
• Interpret information in mathematical, written and diagram form such as statistical reports, profit and loss statements, and financial statements.
• Understand the effect politics and economic trends will have on organization’s plans.
• Speak effectively to both large and small groups.

Why Choose Day Kimball Health?

The Care You Need. Close to Home.

For over 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been a trusted, nonprofit healthcare provider serving Northeastern Connecticut. What began as a small infirmary has grown into the region’s leading integrated healthcare system - recognized for delivering compassionate, high-quality care close to home. Today, our team of over 1,100 dedicated employees - including more than 300 skilled physicians, surgeons, and specialists - proudly deliver a full continuum of care, from primary and specialty services to homecare and hospice, meeting the evolving needs of our patients at every stage of life.

What sets us apart is our commitment not only to the communities we serve, but also to the people who power our mission. At Day Kimball Health, we cultivate a supportive, inclusive workplace culture where healthcare professionals are empowered to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful difference every day. Every voice is valued. Every contribution matters. Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare or seeking your next opportunity, a career at Day Kimball Health offers more than a job - it’s a chance to build lasting relationships, give back to your community, and create impact beyond your shift. Come grow with a team that calls this community home.

Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be part of an organization that values both personal and professional development.

Day Kimball Health is an Affimative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws.Day Kimball Health is a smoke free environment.