Healthcare. Elevated.
In Steamboat Springs, community isn’t just a welcome idea, it’s a reality. The charm and charisma of this
beautiful mountain valley makes for an outstanding place to raise a family, enjoy an active lifestyle and
engage in a purposeful career.
Supporting the wellbeing of Steamboat Springs, surrounding area residents and visitors from around the
world is Yampa Valley Medical Center (YVMC), a community hospital with 39 inpatients beds. YVMC is
the recipient of numerous patient satisfaction awards including Avatar’s Overall Best Performer and also
placed in the top 7% out of 220 hospitals in Avatar’s Employee Satisfaction poll.
Foundation Executive Director
The Executive Director will plan, organize and direct the fund raising efforts of Yampa Valley Medical
Center (YVMC) and the Healthcare Foundation of the Yampa Valley (HFYV), while providing leadership to
the Board, committees and Foundation staff. The Executive Director will be responsible for overall
planning and direction of capital campaigns, planned giving, major gifts, grant writing and other
fundraising activities to meet capital and program needs and of the medical center. The Executive
Director works with Foundation Board members and its committees to assure unified support and
involvement in Foundation activities. Assists the board in developing donor prospects. Ensures that
organization’s compliance with federal and state regulations and auditor requirements.
Responsibilities:
1. Develops, recommends, implements and executes strategic plan, goals and objectives for fund
raising activities approved by the Board including capital campaign, special events, corporate
sponsorship, membership, major gifts, planned giving, grant writing and other fund raising
initiatives. Manage logistics of fund raising activities including creation of work plans/calendars,
establishing staffing requirements, coordination of marketing and public relations activities and
accounting for revenue and expenses related to individual activities.
2. Identifies, cultivates, solicits and provides ongoing contact with donors. Coordinates
responsibilities for personal solicitation to members of staff, volunteers and board according to
special interests or capabilities.
3. Evaluates changing trends in philanthropy, tax and estate planning regulations in order to
develop new programs responsive to the fund raising needs of the medical center.
4. Conducts research and maintains records on the gift potential of foundations, corporations and
individuals. Performs research and submits proposals for grants and special funding. Maintains a
historical donor database.
5. Works closely with Business Development & Marketing of YVMC on strategies to raise awareness
of the Foundation and YVMC, creating employee giving programs and overseeing the Grateful
Patient Program.
6. Develops an awareness and knowledge of all of the various constituencies YVMC serves with a
current understanding of the purpose, needs, programs and services of YVMC.
7. Develops relationships and works with volunteer leadership for all fund raising activities.
8. Develops departmental goals and objectives, and establishes and implements policies and
procedures to achieve such goals.
9. Develops and recommends department operating budget and ensures department operates
within approved budget.
10. Selects, trains and assigns department staff. Develops standards of performance, and initiates or
makes recommendations for personnel actions. Assures appropriate staff levels and talents for
Foundation programs and responsibilities.
11. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.
Qualifications:
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Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree highly desired. Graduate degree preferred. Equivalent
combination of education and experience will be considered.
Minimum Work Experience Minimum five years foundation and/or fund raising experience and
two years of supervisory experience required. Foundation health care experience preferred.
Required Licenses/Certifications: None required
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
required. Ability to function effectively as mediator and ability to deal with conflict. Must be able
to communicate with individuals and present comfortably before groups. Experience working
with volunteer board members and staff to accomplish Foundation goals. Must be comfortable
asking potential donors for money contributions. Experience in grant writing in health care
foundations a plus. Ability to manage multiple tasks, excellent organizational and planning
skills. Excellent problem-solving skills. Knowledge of Word, Excel, and fund raising related
software and web sites to include but not limited to Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge.
Benefits:
YVMC Offers a comprehensive benefits package consisting of:
 Medical/prescription drug insurance
 Dental insurance
 Voluntary vision insurance
 FSAs
 Basic life and AD&D insurance
 Optional life and AD&D insurance
 Long-term disability insurance
 Additional benefit programs & employee services
For more information about this job opportunity and to apply, please visit
www.yvmc.org
To learn more about our mountain community, visit www.steamboatchamber.com.
www.yvmc.org
Ph: 970-870-1112
Fax: 970-871-2337
[email protected]
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