Iron Gate Job Openings
Would you like to join the Iron Gate team? Are you passionate about our mission to feed the hungry and homeless of Tulsa every day? Check out our Job openings listed below. Please read the full description before applying.
Development director - Full Time
The Development Director is an invaluable team member, strengthening the organization’s financial positioning by leading all development efforts to secure funds necessary to sustain current mission and new initiatives.
Reporting directly to and working closely with the Executive Director, the Development Director also works with key members of the staff, Board of Directors, donors, volunteers and others. This position oversees the work of three direct report positions in their roles to meet fundraising and organizational goals.
Duties & Responsibilities
Donor Engagement and Relations
Leads the effort to establish, cultivate and steward strong relationships with donors.
Coordinates donor stewardship and cultivation events, with the assistance of other staff.
Creates individual donor/prospect cultivation plans. Cultivates and solicits major gifts. This includes working with members of the Board of Directors, development committee, and volunteers.
Collaborates to create direct mail pieces or other solicitation materials to generate funds toward these annual funds.
Identifies, researches and writes funding proposals to foundations and other organizations. Develops relationships with key personnel and Directors at these institutions. Assures grant reporting requirements are fulfilled in a timely manner.
Solicits in-kind gifts, matching gifts, and other funding sources.
Annual and Strategic Planning
Develop and implement an annual fundraising strategy.
Create, manage and oversee budget for annual operations, campaigns and events.
Analyze benchmarks, track and report on fundraising budgets.
Marketing and Communications
Supervises Volunteer Coordinator who manages/maintains relationships with volunteers.
Creates PR strategy and marketing materials.
Oversee social media and cultivate media relationships.
Event Management
Provides overall direction and solicits sponsorships of special fundraising events. Supports, provides information and encouragement for special fundraising event committees.
Oversees Development Coordinator.
Other Duties
Oversees implementation of Fund Development Calendar.
Oversees database management, including data entry and reporting.
Builds and maintains positive working relationships with the Board, volunteers, and staff.
Assesses fund development operations and recommends improvements to the Executive Director.
Remains current with all aspects of philanthropy, ensures Iron Gate's fundraising is conducted within the highest ethical and legal standards, complies with the Association of Fundraising Professionals code of ethics, and maintains confidentiality of all donor records.
Education and Experience
Required: Bachelor's degree in related field. Minimum 7-10 years of experience directly applicable to the primary work required. Passion for Iron Gate’s mission and initiatives. Positive, energetic, and outgoing attitude with a strong work ethic, team-player mentality, and willingness and ability to adapt to changing scenarios. Out-of-the-box strategic thinking, self-motivated, committed and able to implement plans that support moving the organization forward.
Preferred: Certification specializing in fundraising credentialed from the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) International.
This is a full-time, exempt position with health, PTO, 401K, matching and other benefits. Salary commensurate with experience. Some weekend and evening work required.
Revisions, additions or deletions to this job description may be made at any point. Iron Gate is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please send resume and cover letter to chenderson@irongatetulsa.org or 501 West Archer, Tulsa, OK 74103. Please no calls.
Pantry Assistant - Part Time
The Pantry Assistant position will support Iron Gate's mission by helping with Grocery Pantry. Sorting, restocking, packing, and distributing pantry items. This position works directly with volunteers and helps the operations team with grocery pick-ups as needed. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Balances team and individual responsibilities
• Ability to work under pressure, effective problem solver
• Ability to effectively collaborate with staff, volunteers, and guests
• Works with integrity and ethics to uphold the organizational values
• Ability to work well with all types of people in a fast-paced environment
• Good organizational skills, well disciplined, and able to meet deadlines, self-starter
Education:
Minimum: High School diploma or equivalent with three years of related experience
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or special needs to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to (as marked):
Fumes or airborne particles x Outside weather conditions
Toxic or caustic chemicals
Risk of electrical shock
Vibration
Loud Noise
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly Lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to or over 100 lbs.
Schedule:
Part-Time - 8am - 4pm
20+ hours a week
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. This position description does not constitute a guarantee that employment will continue for any specified period. Iron Gate reserves the right to modify the position description at any time.
Please send your resume to employment@irongatetulsa.org. Please no calls.