Full Time/Salaried

POSITION OVERVIEW: Reports to the Chief Executive Officer. The Chief Development Officer (CDO) is a senior leader responsible for shaping and driving the organization’s overall fundraising strategy to support mission growth and long-term sustainability. The CDO oversees all philanthropic efforts, including major gifts, major donors, corporate partnerships, campaigns, and national fundraising initiatives, while building the systems and processes needed to scale state-wide impact. They lead a team of advancement officers and managers, fostering a culture of accountability, high performance, and meaningful donor engagement and relationship building. As a strategic partner to the CEO and Board, the CDO guides revenue strategy, expands the organization’s philanthropic reach, and ensures fundraising aligns with organizational priorities. The role also works closely with the Chief Strategy Officer as part of the Sustainability Team to strengthen infrastructure and support strategic organizational-wide growth.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or CFRE preferred

• 8–10+ years of progressive fundraising experience, including major gifts and campaign leadership

• 5+ years leading high-performing, multi-regional fundraising teams

• Demonstrated success securing six- and seven-figure gifts across individual, corporate, and foundation donors

• Experience leading capital, comprehensive, and public-facing campaigns from strategy through execution

• Proven ability to build scalable fundraising systems, structures, and processes that support organizational growth

• Strong partnership with executive leadership and Board of Directors

• High level of integrity and discretion in managing confidential donor relationships and information

• Proficiency with donor CRM systems (e.g., Little Green Light)

• Passion for mission-driven work, with flexibility to travel statewide and attend occasional evening/weekend events

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

General - Strategic Leadership & Supervision

• Lead, coach, and manage a team of regional advancement officers and managers with diverse portfolios including in-kind and monetary donations as well as volunteer placement and support

• Ensure consistency in donor engagement strategies and messaging organization-wide

• Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, advising the CEO and Board on revenue strategy and philanthropic trends

• Create reports for the CIS of Michigan board with statewide updates on fundraising and serves as primary contact for the Board Fundraising Committee, reporting to the full Board at least twice a year

• Develop and execute a comprehensive, multi-year fundraising strategy aligned with organizational growth goals

• Serve as liaison for National’s affinity groups in fundraising

• Establish and monitor KPIs and performance metrics (e.g., donor visits, solicitations, revenue) using data and reporting to drive decision-making and team accountability

Fund Development

• Oversee development operations including CRM strategy, data integrity, and reporting

• Collaborate cross-functionally with the Strategy Team to support and align efforts across state and federal grant strategy, statewide marketing campaigns, and local and foundation grant writing and prospecting

• Ensure alignment between national strategy and regional execution

• Identify risks and opportunities and adjust strategy accordingly

• Serve as primary liaison to the Board and Board Fundraising Committee, providing regular updates, statewide reporting, and strategic insights on fundraising performance

• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Marketing/Communications, Program, and Strategy teams to align fundraising efforts, improve processes, ensure compliance, and connect donor engagement to mission impact

• Develop and manage the development budget, including revenue and expense oversight, to meet annual financial goals

Operations, Infrastructure and Cross Function Collaboration

• Oversee development operations including CRM strategy, data integrity, and reporting

• Collaborate cross-functionally with the Strategy Team to support and align efforts across state and federal grant strategy, statewide marketing campaigns, and local and foundation grant writing and prospecting

• Ensure alignment between national strategy and regional execution

• Identify risks and opportunities and adjust strategy accordingly

• Serve as primary liaison to the Board and Board Fundraising Committee, providing regular updates, statewide reporting, and strategic insights on fundraising performance

• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Marketing/Communications, Program, and Strategy teams to align fundraising efforts, improve processes, ensure compliance, and connect donor engagement to mission impact

• Develop and manage the development budget, including revenue and expense oversight, to meet annual financial goals

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Primarily remote work environment with regular virtual collaboration

• Required to work from the CISM home office or satellite offices at least twice a week

• Statewide travel required to support partnerships, events, and CISM initiatives

• Consistent and reliable attendance to effectively support organizational priorities.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Mileage reimbursement at current IRS rate

• Ability to work from home regularly

• Employee cell phone reimbursement ($30/month)

• Two health insurance plan options, including one fully employer-paid’ and access to employee paid insurance for dependants; stipend offered to medical coverage opt-out

• HSA and FSA available

• Access to employee paid vision, dental and life insurance plans available

• Employer paid short-term disability and access to employee paid long-term disability

• 401k employer match up to 3.5%

• 3 weeks’ vacation, 10 holidays, and the week of July 4th off

• One sick day a month

• Salary: $92,000 - $120,000

To apply please submit a cover letter and resume to the Hiring Manager at mix@cismichigan.org by April 3rd.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Reports to the Program Director. The Student Support Coordinator is responsible for

implementation of the CIS Model at the assigned school.

Initial Implementation Role:

In April-June 2024, the Student Support Coordinator (SSC) will collaborate with the Program Director to conduct Needs Assessments (NA) and Support Plans (SP) for schools that are new to the CIS partnership (4 schools in Benton Harbor). CIS of Michigan will support with making initial connections to district staff and principals, and the SSC will be responsible for building and strengthening those relationships to aid in the NA and SP process.

The NA and SP process will involve regular travel to these school sites and communication with school- and district- level staff, students, families, and community members. It will also involve a detailed writeup of findings into the NA and SP templates, and entry into our proprietary data management system. Strong organization, communication, and writing skills are required. The SSC will receive training in how to conduct a CIS Needs Assessment and Support Plan. These Needs Assessments and Support Plans are due in June 2024.

Additionally, the Student Support Coordinator will work with the Program Director to design and implement Tier I supports April-September 2024.

Beyond September 2024, the Student Support Coordinator will be responsible for implementing the CIS Model at their assigned school (Benton Harbor High School).

QUALIFICATIONS:

● Highly recommended: Experience working in education programs or school settings

and/or experience working with children and adolescents

● Commitment to educational equity

● Adaptability as the landscape of CIS of Michigan continues to change and expand

● Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interpersonal skills

● Strong relationship-building skills

● Ability to work with other CIS staff and district/school staff, students, and families

Build and Maintain Effective Relationships:

● Develop good working relationships with school staff, parents, volunteers, and community partners

● Provide orientation and training for school staff, volunteers and community partners as needs are identified

● Complete an annual School Needs Assessment, implement a School Support Plan, and launch a School Support Team that includes appropriate school staff members,community partners, and service providers to support schoolwide goals and climate

● Organize family engagement and student activities in conjunction with the schooldistrict and community partners

● Collaborate within and beyond school sites to positively affect students’ success and re-engage students by building a lasting network of trust around them, providingrelationships with caring adults, and improving their mindsets about education

● Communicate with CIS of Michigan and school staff effectively using tools likeRestorative Practices

Coordinate Needed Services for Students and Families & Provide Case Management Services:

● Design, implement, and partner with community organizations in order to coordinate programs, services, and resources that will benefit prioritized students as well as the entire student population (Tier I, II and III) within the CIS Service Delivery Model

● Work in collaboration with the CISM Program Director to lead efforts to broker resources for the school community and connect resources to meet identified needs of case managed students

● Provide case management services to students who have multiple identified needs or challenges according to their Student Needs Assessments by providing Tier II and III supports. Support categories include: academics, basic needs, behavioral interventions, college and career readiness, physical health, mental health, and social and life skills.

● Provide ongoing monitoring in the areas of attendance, behavior, coursework, and social emotional learning to ensure student-level data is accurately being assessed for growth and support needs

● Advocate for access to educational and health resources (physical and mental health) through an equity lens

● Provide appropriate referrals to outside agencies for students and families and brokerin-school supports to eliminate access barriers

● Maintain secure case files on each student who is case managed

Collect, Report, and Analyze Data:

● Collect and enter data, and complete required reports by deadlines (monthly, quarterly and annually) utilizing the approved data management system (CISDM)

● Utilize available data to adjust School Support Plans as appropriate

● Evaluate the effectiveness of supports in achieving school and student individualized goals

● Create midyear and end-of-year reports for school and affiliate leadership

Implementation:

● Support the implementation of programming in new schools, which includes completion of Needs Assessments and Support Plans, as described above

● Provide initial Tier I supports to schools and students, as described above

WORKING CONDITIONS:

● Full-time, in-person presence in assigned school and other district sites as needed

● Must have access to reliable transportation

● Consistent attendance

● Ability to meet deadlines

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

● Mileage reimbursement at current IRS rate

● Employee cell phone reimbursement ($30/month)

● Employee Health Insurance covered at 100% and access to employee paid insurance for dependents; stipend offered for medical coverage opt-out

● Access to employee paid vision, dental, and life insurance plans available

● Employer paid short-term disability and access to employee paid long-term disability

● 401k employer match up to 3.5%

● School holidays and the month of July off, plus one sick day a month

● Salary: $40,000

Communities In Schools is committed to a workforce that is representative of the varied communities we are privileged to serve. We provide a work environment that does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Communities In Schools prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Retirement plan

• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Muskegon, MI 49442: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

To apply please submit a cover letter and resume to the Hiring Manager at mix@cismichigan.org.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Reports to the Program Director. The Student Support Coordinator is responsible for implementation of the CIS Model at the assigned school.

Build and Maintain Effective Relationships

● Develop good working relationships with school staff, parents, volunteers, and community partners

● Provide orientation and training for school staff, volunteers and community partners as needs are identified

● Complete an annual School Needs Assessment, implement a School Support Plan, and launch a School Support Team that includes appropriate school staff members, community partners, and service providers to support school wide goals and climate

● Organize family engagement and student activities in conjunction with the school district and community partners

● Collaborate within and beyond school sites to positively affect students’ success and re-engage students by building a lasting network of trust around them, providing relationships with caring adults, and improving their mindsets about education

● Communicate with CIS of Michigan and school staff effectively using tools like Restorative Practices

Coordinate Needed Services for Students and Families & Provide Case Management Services● Design, implement, and partner with community organizations in order to coordinate programs, services, and resources that will benefit prioritized students as well as the entire student population (Tier I, II and III) within the CIS Service Delivery Model ● Work in collaboration with the CISM Program Director to lead efforts to broker resources for the school community and connect resources to meet identified needs of case managed students

● Provide case management services to students who have multiple identified needs or challenges according to their Student Needs Assessments by providing Tier II and III supports. Support categories include: academics, basic needs, behavioral interventions, college and career readiness, physical health, mental health, and social and life skills.

● Provide ongoing monitoring in the areas of attendance, behavior, coursework, and social emotional learning to ensure student-level data is accurately being assessed for growth and support needs

● Advocate for access to educational and health resources (physical and mental health) through an equity lens

● Provide appropriate referrals to outside agencies for students and families and broker in-school supports to eliminate access barriers

● Maintain secure case files on each student who is case managed

Collect, Report, and Analyze Data

● Collect and enter data, and complete required reports by deadlines (monthly, quarterly and annually) utilizing the approved data management system (CISDM)

● Utilize available data to adjust School Support Plans as appropriate

● Evaluate the effectiveness of supports in achieving school and student individualized goals

● Create midyear and end-of-year reports for school and affiliate leadership

Implementation:

● Support the implementation of programming in new schools, which includes completion of Needs Assessments and Support Plans, as described above

● Provide initial Tier I supports to schools and students, as described above

WORKING CONDITIONS:

● Full-time, in-person presence in assigned school and other district sites as needed ● Must have access to reliable transportation

● Consistent attendance

● Ability to meet deadlines

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

● Mileage reimbursement at current IRS rate

● Employee cell phone reimbursement ($30/month)

● Employee Health Insurance covered at 100% and access to employee paid insurance for dependants; stipend offered for medical coverage opt-out

● Access to employee paid vision, dental, and life insurance plans available ● Employer paid short-term disability and access to employee paid long-term disability ● 401k employer match up to 3.5%

● School holidays and the month of July off, plus one sick day a month

● Salary: $42,200

QUALIFICATIONS:

● Highly recommended: Experience working in education programs or school settings and/or experience working with children and adolescents

● Commitment to educational equity

● Adaptability as the landscape of CIS of Michigan continues to change and expand ● Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interpersonal skills ● Strong relationship-building skills

● Ability to work with other CIS staff and district/school staff, students, and families

Communities In Schools is committed to a workforce that is representative of the varied communities we are privileged to serve. We provide a work environment that does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Communities In Schools prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,200.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Retirement plan

• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

To apply please submit a cover letter and resume to the Hiring Manager at mix@cismichigan.org.