Resource Development Account Executive

Okcnp; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) retirement plan with employer‑m

Job summary

United Way of Central Oklahoma is seeking an experienced Resource Development Account Executive to advance our mission through workplace fundraising, donor engagement, volunteer involvement, and community partnerships. You will develop and maintain relationships with corporate leaders, campaign coordinators, volunteers, donors, and community partners while helping generate resources for community impact.

The role involves planning and implementing workplace campaigns, cultivating new

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required. Equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree with approval from the President & CEO.
• Experience volunteering or working with a nonprofit organization and/or experience in customer service, fundraising, community engagement, account management, sales, or relationship management.
• Experience building and maintaining professional relationships with volunteers, donors, community members, or business professionals preferred.
• Experience coordinating projects, programs, events, campaigns, or community initiatives preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with corporate leaders, campaign coordinators, volunteers, donors, and community partners.
• Plan and implement successful workplace campaigns to maximize participation and revenue.
• Cultivate new partnerships and strengthen existing relationships to expand community impact.
• Support organizational fundraising strategies and donor stewardship initiatives.

Skills

Donor engagement

Relationship management

Campaign development

Volunteer engagement

Partnerships

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Video conferencing

Job description

Resource Development Account Executive

United Way of Central Oklahoma is seeking an experienced, relationship-focused Resource Development Account Executive to help advance our mission through workplace fundraising, donor engagement, volunteer involvement, and community partnerships. This role serves as a key ambassador for United Way, developing and maintaining relationships with corporate leaders, campaign coordinators, volunteers, donors, and community partners while helping generate the resources needed to create meaningful community impact. The Account Executive assists organizations in planning and implementing successful workplace campaigns, cultivates new partnerships, and strengthens existing relationships to maximize participation, revenue, and community impact.

COMPENSATION & WORK STRUCTURE

Salary: Starting at $51,138

Merit Increases: Eligible for merit-based salary review yearly, subject to board approval and after 6 months in position.

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package valued at over $10,000 annually

Classification: Nonexempt, Full Time, Salaried

Overtime: Eligible for overtime compensation in accordance with applicable wage and hour laws and organizational policies.

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

This position directly supports United Way's ability to generate resources, strengthen community partnerships, and advance our mission. Through workplace campaign development, volunteer engagement, donor stewardship, and strategic relationship-building, the Resource Development Account Executive helps drive meaningful community impact while expanding their knowledge of Central Oklahoma's nonprofit, corporate, civic, and philanthropic landscape. This role offers the opportunity to build relationships with community leaders, learn about emerging community needs and innovative solutions, and gain a deeper understanding of the collaborative efforts that improve lives.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

Reports To: Director of Campaign Operations

Supervisory Responsibilities: Assists in training, coordinating, and supervising temporary United Way Fellow positions assigned to campaign activities.

BENEFITS

Health, vision, and dental insurance at no cost to the employee. United Way pays 60% of dependent insurance premiums

Flexible spending account to let you set aside pretax salary for medical expenses.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional, mental health, self-improvement assistance available at NO cost for employees and those in the household.

Generous paid time off benefits for your work/life balance.

Employee life insurance coverage at NO cost.

Employee disability coverage at NO cost.

403(b) retirement plan with employer match up to 4.5% after one year of service and immediate vesting of employer contributions.

Professional development and training opportunities.

Flexible/compressed schedule options.

*Benefits subject to change and dependent on employee status.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY

At United Way of Central Oklahoma, we value diversity and the dignity and worth of every person. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fair and equitable employment practices without regard to race, ethnicity, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, disability, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, or veteran status.

UNITED IS THE WAY WE BUILD STRONGER COMMUNITIES - AND STRONGER TEAMS

United is the Way we connect people and resources to improve the wellbeing of our community. For more than a century, United Way of Central Oklahoma has served as a trusted funding partner to local nonprofits, enabling them to deliver vital health and human services across our region.

United is also the Way we work. Our people are empowered to lead with purpose, collaborate across sectors, and see the tangible results of their work in the communities they serve. United Way staff and Fellows are united by shared values—accountability, transparency, and measurable impact—and by a belief that meaningful change happens together.

When you join United Way of Central Oklahoma, you become part of a missiondriven team committed to strengthening lives, building opportunity, and creating lasting change—together.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required. Equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree with approval from the President & CEO.

Experience volunteering or working with a nonprofit organization and/or experience in customer service, fundraising, community engagement, account management, sales, or relationship management.

Experience building and maintaining professional relationships with volunteers, donors, community members, or business professionals preferred.

Experience coordinating projects, programs, events, campaigns, or community initiatives preferred.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.

Knowledge of or ability to learn nonprofit operations, agency structures, budgeting, and program evaluation.

Knowledge of or ability to learn workplace campaigns, philanthropy, giving trends, and corporate and community trends.

Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Ability to build productive relationships with corporate leaders, employee campaign coordinators, volunteers, donors, and community partners.

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.

Ability to exercise sound judgment, solve problems, and address challenging situations with professionalism and diplomacy.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, database management systems, and virtual meeting platforms.

Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and representing United Way of Central Oklahoma with integrity and professionalism.