Community Relations & Development Director

Job Description

Job Description

Community Relations & Development Director

Location : Bowling Green, Ohio

Pay : $52,020.00 - $67,626.00

Shift : Monday - Friday 8a-5p Flex

Job Summary :

The Community Relations & Development Director is responsible for leading donor development and

community engagement efforts in Wood County. Working in close collaboration with the Easterseals Northwest Ohio

Executive Director and under the supervision of the Chief Community Impact Officer, this role is pivotal in building

relationships with stakeholders, executing strategic fundraising initiatives, advancing brand visibility, and cultivating a

culture of inclusion and impact. A key responsibility of this position is to build a strong donor base and establish a

thriving major gift program. The Director is expected to be actively engaged in the community—serving as the local face

of Easterseals Northwest Ohio, representing the organization at events, and cultivating meaningful connections to

further mission impact. By aligning local efforts with the broader Easterseals network strategy, the Director will

increase donor investment, elevate the organization's presence, and drive forward its mission.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and lead strategies to build a sustainable donor base from the ground up in Wood County, with a particular

focus on identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gift prospects.

connections that position Easterseals Northwest Ohio as a visible, trusted nonprofit leader.

support, and partnership opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience :

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Benefits :

Work Environment / Conditions :

This position requires regular in-county travel, public speaking, and occasional evening or weekend work. Work is primarily in-office or in the field within Wood County, with some virtual meetings. Independent work is expected, with flexibility to adapt to community needs and organizational priorities. Occasional travel to corporate office is expected. Occasional lifting may be required.

Additional Info :

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant.

Application : To learn more and apply, visit the Easterseals Northwest Ohio website at www.eastersealsnwo.org