DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

Director Of Development

Hauppauge, NY 11788 Start Date 05/27/2026

Overview

Salary Range $110,000.00 - $115,000.00 Salary/year

Description

UCP Long Island is a not for profit agency whose mission is to advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of persons with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. We are proud of our 75 year history in creating opportunities and helping to fulfill the dreams of thousands of individuals and families. We remain committed to our goal of Creating Life Without Limits for People With Disabilities!

General Purpose Of The Job Create and coordinate comprehensive fund-raising plan to adequately fund agency's current and long-term financial needs. Establish and maintain recognized, respected UCP presence in the community. Maximize all existing fundraising campaigns and develop new contacts and opportunities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Work with Assistant Director of Development to plan annual budget reflecting anticipated income/expenses of all events/campaigns with monthly expectations.
2. Maximize all existing fundraising campaigns and develop new contacts and opportunities.
3. Review all printed and visual materials representing the agency in the community. Work with other departments on preparation of same.
4. Recruit and staff volunteer leaders.
5. Manage and maximize productivity of professional and support staff under my supervision.
6. Cultivate contributors and corporate relationships/maintain timely contact with all major donors.
7. Solicit donations from major contributors.
8. Provide professional support as needed to Board of Directors.
9. Represent UCP in the community.
10. Advise CPC Fundraising/PR.
11. Establish/maintain procedures for recording/acknowledging all gifts.
12. Meet with all campaign/event committees as needed or designate appropriate staff members to do such.
13. Prioritize/supervise daily tasks of event & marketing/communication managers and appropriate support staff.
14. Review grant proposals.
15. Prepare monthly budget update, revise projections as necessary.
16. Be present at all major fundraising events.
17. Be available to chair people, volunteer leaders, Board Of Directors at all times.
18. Train volunteers in cultivation and solicitation.

Qualifications

Supervisory Responsibilities

Manages three non-supervisory employees. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

Education And/Or Experience

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or five to ten years related experience and/or training.

UCP of Long Island offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous paid time off, major medical and dental benefits, defined contribution pension plan and 403b retirement plan, voluntary Aflac and whole life insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

UCP of Long Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer