Director, Development – Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR)

Special Olympics New Hampshire (SONH) is a fast-paced, athlete centered, volunteer led, event-based organization for people with intellectual disabilities. We promote inclusion, acceptance, and physical fitness, allowing our athletes to experience the joy of sports and gain self-confidence.

The Director, Development – LETR will support and recruit Law Enforcement agencies to participate in and raise money for Special Olympics New Hampshire through the Law Enforcement Torch Run. The Law Enforcement Torch Run is a year-round public awareness campaign that provides grass-roots financial support for Special Olympics New Hampshire athletes.  This position is part of the Development Department, which is responsible for raising our annual operating budget of $4 million. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee law enforcement agencies raising $550,000 for Special Olympics New Hampshire
• Establish and enhance relationships with 130 law enforcement agencies and support more than 1000 law enforcement professionals
• Support law enforcement agencies as they raise money for annual fundraising events, provide volunteers for Special Olympics competitions and attend training opportunities
• Visit and cultivate relationships with law enforcement agencies 2- 3 days per week
• Work with and support the Law Enforcement Executive Council as leaders of the Torch Run in New Hampshire
• Establish relationships with donors and event organizers
• Related responsibilities as they pertain to the Law Enforcement Torch Run and Special Olympics New Hampshire
• Support the mission of Special Olympics New Hampshire and all its work, which may include other duties as assigned

Benefits and Perks

• Work from your home base with company provided equipment and supplies
  • Job requires travel throughout NH to several in person meetings weekly
• Flexible Schedule Option from mid June through Labor Day (four – 10 hour days)
• Earn more than 5 weeks of paid time off annually:

• 2 weeks accrued vacation in year 1, higher accrual in future years
• 4^th of July week off with pay
• 12 paid holidays
• 6 days accrued sick time
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Premiums are 100% company funded for employee.
  • Option to opt-out of medical coverage and receive a cash stipend
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and/or daycare expenses
• 403(b) retirement plan with 6% company match from first day of employment
• Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate, currently 67 cents/mile

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Special Olympics NH we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

Interested persons should apply through Indeed and include a cover letter (as a supporting document) detailing the ways you will be successful in this role.

Equal Opportunity Employment

SONH is committed to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals.  This includes equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and any other status protected by applicable law.