nThe San Jose Police Foundation (SJPF), a California nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation, is accepting applications for an executive director. The position is part-time (approximately 50-60 hours pernmonth).nnPosition DescriptionnThe executive director reports to the police foundation board president and Executive Committee. The ideal candidate will have:n a passion for supporting the public safety mission of the San Jose Police Departmentn nonprofit management/leadership experiencen experience with successful nonprofit fundraising and developmentn a demonstrated record of working both independently and also collaboratively with volunteer board membersn experience with financial oversight and managing a third-party bookkeepern demonstrated skill in nonprofit governance and compliancenThe executive director position is the sole compensated position of the police foundation.nnDuties and responsibilitiesnRelations with the San Jose Police Department and City of San Josen Serve as a liaison between the Foundation Board of Directors and the San Jose Police Departmentno Interface with elected officials and city administratorsn Coordinate activities, events and programs of the foundation for Department members that are aimed at officer wellness and morale-buildingn Coordinate with Department staff to attend community and outreach events that thenFoundation is involved withn Support the Department as needed with coordinating specific needs such as specialnappreciation meals for officers/staff, in-kind donations, and letters of supportnFundraising and Stewardshipn Cultivate relationships with corporate, family and private foundations and draft andnsubmit grant requestsn Plan and execute several large annual fundraising events, as well as smaller stewardship events throughout the yearn Manage paid membership program for significant individual and corporate donors Marketing and Communicationsn Create or oversee the development of marketing materials including brochures or fact sheets and the foundation’s websiten Create or oversee the development of membership materials and donor recognitionngiftsn Manage social media accountsn Draft news releases and pursue earned media to promote SJPF programs and activitiesnnAdministration and Managementn Develop and adhere to annual budgetn Ensure sound financial practices and track spending against the Foundation’s annualnbudget. Issue and follow-up on invoices, and work with the board treasurer to paynmonthly billsn Work with accountant and auditors to meet standards for financial reportingn Prepare agendas, minutes and other materials for monthly board meetingsnnPrograms and Outreachn Manage the Foundation’s scholarship programn Develop application and distribute to area school districts, review applications, provide support for committee, arrange interviews and ongoing communication with award winnersn Coordinate with the Department to organize the annual Gun Seizure Awards Ceremony and Major Awards Ceremony and other events as approved by the boardn Work with Foundation board members and in-kind donors to provide December holiday meals for on-duty officers. Coordinate event’s food delivery and distributionn Plan appreciation activities for the department in honor of key milestones includingnNational Telecommunications Professionals’ Week and National Police WeeknCompensation and BenefitsnCurrently this position has required approximately 50-60 hours per month, with time demands periodically variable depending upon activity. Compensation is at a range of $70-75 per hour, depending upon qualifications. This rate equates to a monthly rate of $3,500 to $4,000.nThis position is a part time employee position.nOn-Site/Remote WorknThe greatest majority of work for this position can be performed remotely. This position does require monthly participation in board meetings which are now being held in person in San Jose. Much of the work of the position can be performed through teleconference. Some on-site time is required (participating in department events, meeting with donors and prospective board members, etc.).nnFurther information about the San Jose Police Foundation is available atnwww.sanjosepolicefoundation.orgnnApplication ProcessnInterested applicants should submit a cover letter outlining qualifications as they related to the requirements of the position, resume, and two (2) references to:n1) Kate Levin, Executive Director, San Jose Police Foundationnkate@sanjosepolicefoundation.orgn2) Rob Fisher, Immediate Past President, fisher.rr8@gmail.comn3) Scott Seaman, President, scott@scottseamanconsulting.comn
The deadline for applications is close of business, Friday, June 3, 2022.nn