Director of Public Relations and Development

Lansing, IL (On-site)

$62K/yr – $69K/yrDirector/Executive5+ years expFull time

Posted 5 hrs ago

Job Summary

You will lead public relations and development initiatives, overseeing media relations, newsletters, fundraising events, grant writing, and donor engagement.

  • Own media relations strategy and agency website presence.
  • Drive fundraising and grant programs, including donor database and events.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Promote Community Awareness through providing education and information to the members and the community regarding LARC’s work and its mission.
  • Participate in strategically identified community groups and organizations, utilize media sources, produce quarterly newsletters, brochures, direct mailings, and the agency web site to increase awareness.
  • Help plan, coordinate, and participate in community activities.
  • Develop and maintain media relations and publicity by establishing a working relationship with members of the media as well as maintaining and constantly updating media lists including contact information and deadlines.
  • To serve as a spokesperson for the agency and maintain the current agency website.
  • Responsible for pre-publicity of all agency events and campaigns and handle all calls of inquiry as well as event follow-up.
  • Produce and edit a quarterly newsletter by meeting the established timeline developed for submission of material to the printer.
  • Research background of stories, write/edit stories and prepare layout on computer as well as select appropriate photographs to accompany selected stories.
  • Coordinate proofing of and completion of the newsletter with the printer.
  • Oversee the distribution to all members, donors, and those specifically mentioned in the newsletter as well as the existing mailing list.

Requirements

  • Possess a bachelor’s degree in a related field
  • Possess at least 5 years experience working on fundraising events
  • Possess at least 5 years experience of grant writing and newsletter development
  • Possess good communication skills both verbal and written
  • Possess computer skills including use of excel, publisher, and word

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance
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LARC Lansing

LARC is a private, not-for-profit, 501(c)(3), community-service organization that serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ensuring they can live a quality and engaging life by participating as contributing members of their community.Originally formed in 1956, as a school for children with developmental disabilities (The Lansing School of Special Education), LARC has grown to provide services and supports to approximately 100 individuals across the Chicagoland Area. Supports include service facilitation, community day services, choice-driven classroom & recreational activities, job training & placement, and community-integrated living arrangements for 44 individuals in single-family group homes throughout the community. LARC's mission is to pave pathways through individualized supports and services so people with intellectual and developmental disabilities can experience a self-directed lifestyle. We envision an inclusive society that embraces the individuality of each person with intellectual and developmental disabilities.LARC has part-time employment opportunities supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in Lansing, IL. Employees provide support and supervision in a group setting and provide daily living supports and community activities with a person-centered approach. Employees utilize agency vehicles and must have a valid driver's license and vehicle insurance. Additional requirements include a high school diploma or GED, must be 18 years of age or older and must pass a background check. Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is a plus. Shifts are primarily afternoons, midnights, and weekends but some daytime hours are available. Must be available to attend a 2-week classroom orientation and training. To apply, please email your resume to hr@larclansing.com.

Founded in 1956
Lansing, Illinois, USA
33 employees (1 in marketing)

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Director of Public Relations and Development

LARC Lansing · Lansing, IL · On-site