Director for Business Development

Join the Community Action Committee of Lehigh Valley as a Full-Time Director for Business Development in the vibrant city of Bethlehem, PA! Here, you’ll dive into a dynamic role where your innovative ideas can truly shine, driving impactful change in our community. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with passionate individuals while advocating for those in need. Plus, working onsite means you’ll build strong relationships and foster teamwork in a lively environment. With a competitive salary of $85,000 per year, your hard work and dedication will be well-compensated! We Offer Comprehensive Benefits Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Plans Free Telemedicine access to board-certified doctors, and mental health professionals and more No cost concierge services to support you in navigating the healthcare system Agency paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance Voluntary life insurance and short-term disability insurance options 401(k) retirement plan with matching annual agency contribution of up to 7% Paid Leave Time Vacation - 15 days: earn more time after 2- and 5-year anniversaries 2 personal days annually to use at your leisure Sick - 9 days annually 10 observed holidays, including a floating cultural holiday of your choice A Little About Us The mission of Community Action Lehigh Valley is to improve the quality of life in the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas by building communities in which all people have access to economic opportunity, the ability to pursue that opportunity, and a voice in the decisions that affect their lives. What Would You Do as a Director for Business Development As the Director for Business Development at the Community Action Committee of Lehigh Valley, you will lead the charge in enhancing our impactful business development programs, including the Rising Tide Community Loan Fund and the Lehigh and Northampton Counties Revolving Loan Fund. This pivotal role involves guiding a team of dedicated professionals to innovate and expand our services, empowering local entrepreneurs and businesses to thrive. Your leadership will not only drive strategic initiatives but also foster community connections, ensuring that our programs effectively address the needs of those we serve. Are You a Good Fit for this Director for Business Development Job? To thrive as the Director for Business Development at the Community Action Committee of Lehigh Valley, you will need a robust skill set that includes effective management and leadership capabilities. A Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business management is necessary, with a Master’s preferred. Your experience should encompass five to ten years in financial institution management, including at least two years focusing on loan portfolios and investments. Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask are essential, as you’ll be overseeing various programs, maintaining compliance, and ensuring financial accuracy. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required for effective reporting and analysis, while excellent written and oral communication skills will help you engage with stakeholders and foster community relationships. Your empathetic approach and problem‑solving mindset will be key in identifying unmet needs and driving the success of our business development initiatives. Knowledge and Skills Required for the Position The Director for Business Development is responsible for providing leadership for all of CALV’s business development program including the Rising Tide Community Loan Fund and Lehigh and Northampton Counties Revolving Loan Fund Essential Functions General Management and Supervision Day‑to‑day leadership and management that reflect the mission and values of the agency Assist with developing and keeping agency policies and procedures current, ensuring compliance and maintaining programs and operations consistent with policies, procedures, and contractual obligations Supervise the business unit and participate in the hiring, evaluation, development, and termination of all unit staff Attend monthly Board of Directors and committee meetings as appropriate Provide staff support to the board of directors for the Rising Tide Community Loan Fund and Lehigh and Northampton Counties Revolving Loan Fund Program and Financial Management Provide strong financial oversight to the program and collaborate with CALV’s Fiscal Team to verify accuracy of monthly financials Collaborate on strategic and annual planning Participate in the development of the annual budget Ensure expenditures are within the planned annual budget Provide information, ideas and consultation for program development and long‑range planning Implement new agency initiatives and programs Develop annual work plan Ensure achievement of all goals and performance targets of the work plan Monitor and evaluate all aspects of the program, ensuring programming conforms to priority needs and upgrading, expanding or shifting when necessary Review and/or approve vouchers for payment Business Development Research issues and identify unmet needs of existing or prospective lower‑income entrepreneurs in the Lehigh Valley Manage the portfolio of loans, including implementing lending policies and procedures, maintaining underwriting standards, and disbursing funds Serve loans, including collections and delinquent loans and foreclosures Manage the fund’s investments Manage educational training, troubleshooting, and technical assistance provided to prospective new and existing businesses Ensure the Rising Tide Community Loan Fund is always competitive in the search for opportunities for the fund to serve the community Public Relations/Community Responsibilities Develop and implement activities and tools that will enhance the image of the Rising Tide Community Loan Fund in the community Build, maintain and nurture collaborative relationships within the community Fulfill public speaking engagements as needed Working Conditions Site: 1337 East Fifth Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015. Some off‑site work at other program sites is required. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business management required Master’s degree preferred Five to ten years of related experience in management of a financial institution required Two years of experience in managing loan portfolios and investments preferred Effective team member Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently Detail oriented Strong organizational skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Excellent written and oral communication skills #J-18808-Ljbffr Community Action Lehigh Valley