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The League to Save Lake Tahoe is searching for an exceptionally organized, detail-oriented, and creative individual to join our fun and growing team of environmental enthusiasts and experts. The Philanthropy Director is responsible for planning, managing, and implementing all fundraising activities that sustain, diversify, and increase philanthropic support for the League. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and experienced fundraising professional as the League envisions and executes the next phase of its growth.

The ideal candidate will have comprehensive knowledge of fundraising strategies, infrastructure, and best practices, preferably in a large operation with diversified funding streams. They will be creative and data-driven, and comfortable with both the tactical “science” and relational “art” of successful philanthropy. They will be a hands-on team player and a skilled manager, leading a team currently comprised of four direct reports.  

We are highly interested in candidates who have been in fundraising leadership roles for 5+ years with a single organization and have successfully managed programs that raise $3M+ on an annual basis.

Our world-renowned “Keep Tahoe Blue” sticker is both a symbol of an increasingly important mission and an intentional, sustainability-focused lifestyle. Founded in 1957, the League is the oldest and most successful environmental organization focused on protecting and restoring Lake Tahoe’s beauty. We have a culture of trust and respect that supports and guides our decision-making and planning for the future.  

We have embarked on a thoughtful DEI journey that focuses on delivering our programs and services in a culturally mindful manner that centers and lifts a wide array of partners and supporters. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive, with a focus on building allyship and a sense of belonging that empowers all team members to show up as their full selves every day. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for protecting one of America’s most treasured regions. 

The League has a hybrid work policy that does not require employees to report to the office on a daily basis. However, because of the nature of this work, we ask that this candidate be located in the Lake Tahoe Basin.

What the position involves:

Fundraising Leadership and Strategy

• Continue to develop and improve our $4M annual fundraising plan, focusing on diversifying income streams to reduce the League’s reliance on its annual benefit event. This includes:
  • -Evolving our current major donor plan and supporting the board, CEO, CSO, and Philanthropy Officer (commonly known as a Major Gifts Officer) in executing it.
  • -Developing creative and engaging multi-channel solicitation strategies.
  • -Creating a defined plan for foundation giving beyond the League’s current supporters.
  • -Assessing and refining event priorities (including benefits, house parties, boat tours, etc.) to support fundraising and stewardship outcomes.
  • -Building out a basic planned giving program.
• Manage, coach, and grow the Philanthropy team (currently two Philanthropy Coordinators, a Philanthropy Officer, and part-time Grants Coordinator and Events Associate) to ensure goals are met and the team is working in collaboration with all other League departments.
• Work in collaboration with the COO to develop annual budgets; coordinate reports to various committees, board members and staff; ensure files are audit-ready; and forecast possible revenue adjustments.
• Drive narratives and agendas for all development-related aspects of committee and board meetings to support effective and data-driven decision-making.
• Set, review, track and evaluate departmental goals and objectives.
• Serve as a member of the organization’s Senior Leadership Team to not only continue to evolve the organization’s success as a premier conservation organization, but also encourage and model work/life balance.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the board and the organization’s philanthropy program.
• Manage, grow and steward a portfolio of major donors.
• Implement and manage fundraising best practices to ensure compliance with legal, audit, and IRS guidance.
• Maintain continuing education for self and staff.
• Oversee the planning and implementation of the annual benefit event

External Communications/External Relations

• Fundraising Communications: In collaboration with the Communications Department, develop a fundraising marketing plan that works seamlessly with the League’s communication and branding plan.
• Community Relations: Attend meetings with various foundations, corporations, business groups and nonprofit organizations; participate in collaborative efforts related to fundraising activities.
• Collaborate with the Strategic Partnership Manager on opportunities to leverage the Keep Tahoe Blue Brand for both social good and financial contributions.
• Train staff, leadership and board in ensuring fundraising is communicated effectively throughout the organization, at community events, in one-on-one meetings, etc.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful fundraising campaigns of $3M+ through various income streams.
• Excellent organizational skills, time management, responsiveness, and project leadership.
• Ability to build trust and credibility with donors, board and external partners.
• Employee management experience, particularly identifying appropriate responsibilities for team members based on skill, priorities and deadlines, and ensuring departmental deliverables and organizational goals are met.
• Must be a team player with the willingness to perform activities at any level necessary to reach fundraising goals.
• Excellent oral, written, organizational and computer skills.
• Computer proficiency with Windows, Office 365, Google Apps and fundraising databases.
• Flexibility to travel to meetings in the Bay Area, Sacramento and around the Tahoe Basin.

Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• An interest and passion for environmental conservation and the League’s mission to protect, restore and advocate for the ecosystem health and scenic beauty of the Lake Tahoe Basin.

League-specific requirements: 

• Employees are required to have a vehicle that is in good working order, proof of valid driving license, non-expired vehicle registration and effective insurance coverage. Travel around the Basin, Bay Area, Reno and Sacramento may be required. 
• Position requires some physical activity such as bending, stooping, carrying and lifting up to 50 pounds.

As a valued representative of our organization you will: 

• Be on a team that engages Tahoe’s diverse and evolving community of visitors and residents to protect Lake Tahoe by spreading awareness and taking action.
• Work at a place that promotes environmental protections and policies backed by science that ensure Tahoe is resilient in the face of the climate crisis. 
• Take part in crafting resolutions to the challenges facing Tahoe that strike a balance between enjoyment today and preservation for future generations. 

The League offers many benefits, including: 

• Competitive pay – we believe our employees are our most valuable asset and aim to offer a Thriving Wage.
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance are 100% covered by the company for employees. 
• IRA match up to 3% of employee’s salary. 
• Two weeks of vacation (increasing with tenure), paid volunteer time off, plus 13 paid holidays and extra paid time off the week between 12/25 and 1/1. 
• Pet-friendly environment. 
• Merchandise discounts.
• Awesome KTB swag and discounts on gear from our corporate partners.
• Monthly cell and internet stipend.
• A flexible working environment that empowers employees to have a life/work balance.
• And much more!

Salary range:

$95-130K (willing to consider higher pay for exceptionally qualified candidates)

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. We also encourage people from differing life experiences to consider how they may be a fit for any of our positions, and encourage anyone with adjacent skills and a passion for conservation or Lake Tahoe to apply.

The League to Save Lake Tahoe is searching for a dynamic, detail-oriented, intuitive, and analytical environmental professional to support our Policy Team through coordinating political relationships and conducting policy analysis and legislative tracking. No plan, project, or program happens in Tahoe without the League’s involvement. The successful PPC candidate will step right into the flow and be positioned to immediately make an impact. 

This position will assist the Policy Team in building key legislative and agency relationships, tracking legislation, and conducting policy research. The PPC will also maintain key relationships with targeted legislative and agency staff; plan and execute lobbying tours and events; track updates and movement of all relevant environmental plans, policies, projects, and funding opportunities for Lake Tahoe; and ensure that League executives and Policy Team members are informed and up to date on environmental issues.  

This position will report to the Policy Director. 

Professional experience in some combination of natural sciences, planning, environmental management, policy development, and political lobbying/grassroots campaigning is optimal for success in this position.  

Our world-renowned “Keep Tahoe Blue” call to action is both the symbol of an increasingly important environmental mission and an intentional, sustainability-focused lifestyle. Founded in 1957, the League is the oldest and most successful environmental organization focused on protecting and restoring Lake Tahoe’s health and beauty. We have a strong internal culture of trust and respect that supports and guides our decision-making and planning for the future. 

The League has embarked on a thoughtful DEI journey that focuses on delivering our programs and services in a culturally mindful manner that centers and lifts a wide array of partners and supporters. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive, with a focus on building allyship and a sense of belonging that empowers all team members to show up as their full selves every day. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for protecting one of America’s most treasured regions.  

The League has a hybrid work structure that does not require employees to be in the office daily. However, based on the nature of this work, we ask that this position be based somewhere in the Tahoe Basin. 

What the position involves:  

The PPC is the administrative backbone to all Policy Team internal and external planning, meetings, priority and success tracking, and policy briefs. Duties often include: 

• Coordinating lobbying days, tours, and other events with targeted Tahoe political champions identified in coordination with consultants. 
• Coordinating administrative and logistical aspects of the League’s lobbying efforts at local, state, and federal levels. Acting as the point of contact for advocacy consultants and partners. Scheduling meetings, taking notes,  and helping identify legislative opportunities.
• In collaboration with other staff, supporting the League’s strategic campaigns to advance the organization’s mission and positions. Such strategies may include community organizing, stakeholder collaboration, presenting at public meetings and events, building alliances with other community or environmental groups, and creating relationships with partners and stakeholders. 
• Plan and manage team meetings, track all team member projects, and document progress and metrics of success. 
• Tracking and reviewing agendas and materials for public meetings and working groups, and providing summaries of items related to the League’s campaigns and initiatives.  
• Tracking and informing the Policy Team of proposed plan and policy changes, legislative priorities, and planning developments.
• Monitoring changes in Tahoe, California, Nevada, and federal environmental planning and policy practices. 
• With support from the Policy Director, develop content for written and oral comments, as well as content for lobbying collateral.  
• Working with the League’s Communications Team to develop advocacy materials and talking points/messaging. 
• Helping advance the League’s priorities by identifying potential advocacy opportunities and partnerships. 
• Supporting the Policy Team in receiving, managing, and responding to inquiries from the public. 
• Participating in continuing education and trainings as needed to accomplish the above responsibilities. 

Other duties: 

• Attending meetings and activities as requested by the Policy Director. 
• Assisting with League events, including mandatory attendance at the Annual Benefit and a choice between the July 5 cleanup and/or Tahoe Forest Stewardship Day (fall) events. Attend other events as requested. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities: 

• Degree – or equivalent work experience – in land use planning, environmental policy or science, natural resources, or related fields.  
• Experience in legislative tracking, research, and analysis at state and federal levels. 
• Experience with political campaigns and/or grassroots advocacy and lobbying. 
• Knowledge of major state and federal environmental policies and laws. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment requiring advanced critical thinking and decision-making skills. 
• Ability to maintain professionalism while working on sometimes controversial and disputed issues. 
• Concise and persuasive technical writing skills.  
• Excellent time-management skills; ability to manage multiple issue campaigns and projects simultaneously; exercises organizational skills and attention to detail.  
• Possess professionalism, a collaborative spirit, and creative energy. 
• Computer proficiency with Windows, Office 365, and Google Apps. 
• Flexibility in scheduling and willingness to travel to and attend frequent public meetings in and around the region that may include evenings and weekends. 
• Someone who is both self-starting and a team player – while possessing exceptional organizational and communications skills – will thrive in this creative and fast-paced work environment.  

Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities:  

• Familiarity with Lake Tahoe environmental and policy issues and community dynamics. 
• An interest and passion for environmental conservation and the League’s mission to protect, restore, and advocate for the ecosystem health and scenic appeal of the Lake Tahoe Basin.  

League-specific requirements:  

• The chosen candidate must be able to dependably get around the Lake Tahoe Basin, Bay Area, Reno, and Sacramento at all reasonable hours and in all reasonable weather conditions, including heavy snow, and when public transportation is not available. The League does not provide a vehicle or other forms of transportation.  
• Position requires some physical activity such as bending, stooping, carrying, and lifting up to 25 pounds.  

As a valued representative of our organization, you will:  

• Be on a team that engages Tahoe’s diverse and evolving community of visitors and residents to protect Lake Tahoe by spreading awareness and taking action. 
• Work at a place that promotes environmental protections and policies backed by science that ensure Tahoe is resilient in the face of the climate crisis.  
• Take part in crafting resolutions to the challenges facing Tahoe that strike a balance between enjoyment today and preservation for future generations.  

The League offers a generous total compensation package and benefits, including:  

• Competitive pay – we believe our employees are our most valuable asset and aim to offer a Thriving Wage. 
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 100% covered by the company for employees. 
• IRA match up to 3% of employee’s salary.  
• Two weeks of vacation (increasing with tenure), paid volunteer time off, plus 13 paid holidays, and extra paid time off the week between 12/25 and 1/1.  
• Pet-friendly environment.  
• Merchandise discounts. 
• Awesome KTB swag and discounts on gear from our corporate partners 
• A flexible working environment that empowers employees to have life/work balance. 
• And much more! 

Salary range:

$60,000 – $75,000 DOE

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We also encourage people from differing life experiences to consider how they may be a fit for any of our positions, and encourage anyone with adjacent skills and a passion for conservation or Lake Tahoe to apply.