VSF Executive Director

Virginia Department of Veterans Services; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Veterans Services Foundation seeks an Executive Director to lead the Foundation and advance its mission to support veterans and their families. The role directs daily operations, oversees fundraising, and shapes long-term strategies in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Veterans Services and other state agencies.

The position may offer remote or hybrid work arrangements, and requires strong governance, financial stewardship, stakeholder engagement, and strategic communication

Qualifications

• Non-profit board relations, program management, staff supervision, program development, and budget management.
• Fundraising with gifts from individuals and corporations.
• Budget management: preparation, analysis, reporting, and decision-making.
• Program development and management experience.
• Ability to build relationships with government officials, business leaders, and communities.
• Excellent organizational skills: planning, delegating, and facilitation.
• Excellent written and public speaking skills; ability to represent the Foundation to diverse audiences.
• Ability to convey the Foundation's strategic plan to the Board and officials.
• Proficiency in technology and digital platforms for marketing, communications, and operations.
• Prior military service or veteran-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day operations of the Virginia Veterans Services Foundation.
• Create and oversee fundraising and development activities.
• Develop long-range strategies to increase awareness of the Foundation's mission and vision.
• Manage the organization’s annual budget and financial planning.
• Collaborate with leadership of the Virginia Department of Veterans Services.
• Serve as partner with other state agencies to advance the Foundation's mission.
• A remote or hybrid work environment may be considered.

Skills

Board relations

Fundraising

Budgeting

Stakeholder relations

Public speaking

Strategic planning

Donor relations

Communication

Technology savvy

Education

Management education

Finance background

Tools

Digital platforms

Job description

Title: VSF Executive Director

State Role Title: VSF Executive Director

Hiring Range: Up to $145,000

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept of Veterans Services

Location: DVS HQ-Richmond

Agency Website: www.dvs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Veterans Services Foundation is an independent State agency of the Commonwealth of Virginia charged with supporting the needs of veterans and their families. The Foundation provides funding, to supplement federal and state funding, to the Virginia Department of Veterans Services for behavioral health, rehabilitation services, and support; veterans’ education, transition, and employment, four state-of-the art long term care facilities, and operations of three veterans’ cemeteries. Funds to support these operations are raised by the Foundation through corporate and private donations, legacy giving and grants. The Foundation is governed and administered by an appointed Board of Trustees.

The Executive Director is an at will employee and reports to the Board Chair and is responsible for directing the day-to-day operations and activities of the Foundation. Key responsibilities include the creation and oversight of fundraising and development activities, developing long-range strategies to increase awareness of the Foundation’s mission and vision, managing the organization’s annual budget, and collaborating with leadership of the Virginia Department of Veterans Services. The incumbent will serve as partner with other state agencies to further the mission of the Foundation.

A remote or hybrid work environment work environment may be considered.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in non-profit Board relations, program management, staff supervision, program development, and budget management as related to programs.
• Experience in special events, traditional, and endowment fundraising, with demonstrated success in securing gifts and contributions from individuals and corporations.
• Budget management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, reporting, and decision-making.
• Experience in program development, program management, staff supervision and management.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, business leaders, and community members.
• Excellent organizational skills including planning, delegating, and task facilitation.
• Excellent communication skills including written and public speaking skills with the ability to effectively represent the Foundation to diverse audiences.
• Ability to convey a vision of the Foundation’s strategic plan to the Board, staff, and government officials.
• Proficiency in technology and digital platforms for marketing, communications, and operations.
• Prior military service or spouse of a veteran or extensive experience working full time with other veteran services organizations.

Additional Considerations

• Knowledge of fundraising strategies and donor relations unique to the veteran community.
• Previous experience in the public sector.
• Comprehensive education and experience in management, finance, or business.

Contact Information

Name: DVS HR Team

Phone: N/A

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.