VSF Executive Director

Commonwealth of Virginia; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 131,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Veterans Services Foundation is seeking an Executive Director to lead day-to-day operations, fundraising, and strategic planning in support of Virginia’s veterans and their families. The role reports to the Board Chair and works with the Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

The incumbent will drive development activities, manage the annual budget, and build partnerships with government, business, and community stakeholders. Remote or hybrid work may be considered.

Qualifications

• Experience in non-profit Board relations, program management, staff supervision, and budget management.
• Experience in fundraising and securing gifts and contributions from individuals and corporations.
• Budget management skills including preparation, analysis, reporting and decision-making.
• Experience in program development and management with stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills and ability to present to diverse audiences.
• Ability to convey the Foundation's strategic plan to the Board, staff, and government officials.

Responsibilities

• Direct the day-to-day operations and activities of the Foundation.
• Lead fundraising and development activities; oversee long-range strategy.
• Manage the annual budget and collaborate with leadership of the VDVS.

Skills

Non-profit board relations

Program management

Staff supervision

Budget management

Fundraising

Donor relations

Communication skills

Public speaking

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Digital marketing/tech proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in management, finance, or business

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.

Background & Eligibility Requirements

All applicants are subject to background investigation. The investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks requested by the hiring authority.

Applications accepted until 11:59 P.M. on the job closing date.

It is the policy of VDVS to provide equal opportunity for all applications and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, gender, identify or expression, disability, veterans’ status or political affiliation, or against otherwise qualified person with disabilities.

Commonwealth of Virginia State agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, where appropriate. Applicants requiring accommodation should direct inquiries to the human resource contact directly. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be reviewed and determined on a case-by-case basis.

Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of Virginia Employees Only), MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or resume.

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.