Philanthropy Manager

Job Summary Breckenridge Grand Vacations creates Grand Vacations by Sharing Smiles with every Owner, Guest, and coworker. As the Philanthropy Manager within BGV Gives, you will translate our passion for community into measurable impact across Summit County. In this role, you will design and lead our philanthropic strategy, manage a dedicated team, forge genuine partnerships with nonprofit organizations, and ensure every grant, sponsorship, and volunteer hour reflects our triple‑bottom‑line philosophy of People, Planet, and Prosperity. Responsibilities Manage all Philanthropy staff, following Results Leadership operating procedures for recruiting, hiring, training, retaining, developing, scheduling, reviewing, disciplining, and terminating staff. Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to staff while fostering a positive and productive work environment. Guide staff to think critically and present solutions to challenges, using open‑ended questions to coach problem‑solving. Ensure training is thorough, consistent, and conducted regularly to drive results and improve staff performance. Delegate tasks and projects effectively, ensuring productivity, quality standards, and accountability are met. Monitor and evaluate staff performance through regular coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations; establish improvement goals and follow up on progress. Address and resolve employee or leadership issues, escalating to department leaders as appropriate. Communicate, interpret, and reinforce company policies, procedures, and standards with all employees. Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of grant, sponsorship, and in‑kind giving programs aligned with BGV's triple‑bottom‑line philosophy. Develop project plans, track performance, and report on outcomes and impact; identify opportunities to improve and expand initiatives. Drive employee engagement in philanthropy and cultivate strong, collaborative relationships with internal departments, grantees, and community partners. Support and execute fundraising events and campaigns; develop strategies to grow individual, business, and major gifts, including RAM Legacy in Action. Manage the full grant lifecycle—including applications, awards, and payments—and administer BGV funds held at The Summit Foundation. Manage and process all in‑kind and cash donation requests through the grants management portal. Oversee BGV's Volunteer Time Off program, lead the staff Volunteer Champions Committee, and coordinate company volunteer events. Coordinate internal and external PR to promote BGV Gives across events, print, social, and TV/radio; ensure brand consistency with BGV Marketing and maintain BGV's philanthropy page. Partner with the BGV Gives Director to define success metrics and produce regular reports on program impact, results, and opportunities. Serve as Committee Chair for the BGV Employee Assistance Fund, managing inbound requests, coordinating the board/committee, tracking finances, and reporting outcomes. In partnership with the Philanthropy Coordinator, coordinate sponsorship benefits, tickets, employee participation, and post‑volunteer opportunities; attend community events and represent BGV. Develop and manage the annual Philanthropy Department budget and recommend the allocation and investment of funds to maximize program impact. Uphold BGV's hospitality values: greeting everyone with enthusiasm, treating everyone with respect, making every interaction positive, taking personal responsibility, anticipating the needs of others, and supporting sustainability and community initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, public relations, marketing, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible experience in philanthropy, nonprofit leadership, corporate social responsibility, grantmaking, or related community impact work. Valid U.S. driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Reliable transportation to commute to work and travel between company properties or off‑site venues as needed. This position supervises one direct report (supervisory experience required to perform essential duties). Proficient in Microsoft 365/Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and common workplace software across computers and smartphones, with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and digital tools. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and comprehend business correspondence; produce clear, professional content for various channels; and effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, vendors, and the public. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers and decimals; compute rates, ratios, and percentages; and perform basic calculations for tracking event budgets, managing expenses, and reviewing engagement metrics. Strong critical‑thinking skills with the ability to apply common sense in written, oral, or diagram‑form instructions; solve practical problems; manage competing priorities; adapt to changes; and draw valid conclusions. Physical requirements include sitting, using hands to operate a computer keyboard and mouse, functioning in typical office environments, and occasionally standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 25 pounds. Preferred Qualifications Bilingual in Spanish and English. Two years of supervisory experience. Compensation & Benefits Health, vision, and dental insurance plans. Company‑paid life insurance coverage. Voluntary Life and Accidental Death/Dismemberment Insurance. HSA and FSA‑Dependent Care Accounts. Retirement plan. Generous paid time off (PTO) and sick leave to support work‑life balance. Volunteer Time Off – Paid opportunities to give back to Summit County. Bereavement leave. Biannual bonuses. Tuition Reimbursement Program. Employee Wellness programs to support physical and mental health. Lifestyle perks: ski/rec center pass loan programs, lodging and gear discounts, sporting/concert event tickets, pet insurance partner discounts, and access to Summit Medallions—occurring‑use transferable passes for access to six premier resorts (A‑Basin to Vail) via owners’ program. About Our Company Breckenridge Grand Vacations is a locally owned resort developer with a 40‑year history in Summit County. Known as a Top Workplace, we value our employee‑focused culture and our commitment to responsible growth and giving back to the place we call home. We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr