About Special Olympics Colorado:
Special Olympics Colorado (SOCO) is at its core a sports organization, but it is so much more! SOCO is dedicated to promoting inclusion for ALL people across
Colorado, using the undeniable power of sport as a catalyst to create change.
Each year, SOCO provides hundreds of opportunities for our 23,000+ athletes with intellectual disabilities to train, compete and participate in sports,
competition, athlete leadership, health programming and more. Through the support of an incredible community of coaches, volunteers, educators, donors,
partners, and staff, SOCO is transforming the lives of children and adults with intellectual disabilities while building communities of unity and inclusion.
For more information about Special Olympics Colorado please visit SpecialOlympicsCO.org
Why Work at SOCO?
If you have a passion for creating joy, promoting social inclusion and equality for all and having fun along the way – this is a great place for you!
At SOCO, we’re committed to building a diverse, creative, engaged, collaborative, and hard-working team that does the right thing for our athletes, our communities, and each other.
Our employees are valued and appreciated, and we celebrate this by creating a supportive work environment, offering flexible work hours, opportunities for
professional development and benefit enhancements that reflect our changing times and help our employees create a satisfying work-life balance for
themselves and their families.
Position Summary:
The Law Enforcement Community Engagement Manager will be responsible for overseeing the LETR program, including strategic planning, event management, fundraising, and community engagement. This position requires a detail oriented, well organized development professional who demonstrates internal team leadership and management to support the Chief Development Officer, Executive Council and LETR staff in executing shared goals and fundraising objectives. This position is also responsible for statewide recruitment, renewal, and retention of LETR participants from a broad constituency including federal, state, regional and municipal law enforcement agencies.
Reports to: Chief Development Officer
Position Responsibilities:
· Serve as the direct lead for the LETR programs on behalf of Special Olympics Colorado
· Develop and execute a comprehensive strategic plan for the Law Enforcement Torch Run, aligning with the goals and mission of Special Olympics Colorado
· Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with law enforcement agencies, corporate partners, and individual donors to secure financial support and meet
fundraising goals
· Provide leadership and guidance to a team of staff and volunteers within the LETR program
· Support LETR State Director and Executive Council to ensure excellent, up-to-date, and consistent communication
· Deliver impactful presentations to law enforcement agencies, recruit classes, executive command staff and awards ceremonies
· Motivate, reward, and recognize law enforcement involved in LETR
· Oversee the recruitment, retention, and renewal of law enforcement agency participation including training and education about Special Olympics and LETR
· Develop promotional materials to highlight partnerships and events
· Responsible for inmate fundraising with Colorado Department of Corrections Staff at 22 facilities
· Responsible for all Third Party LETR events (Polar Plunge, Truck Raffle, Car Shows, No Shave, Unified Academy, etc.)
· Responsible for Annual LETR State Kick Off Conference
· Ensure the timely and accurate delivery of all content and information to the Marketing team to support effective campaign planning and execution
· Responsible for meeting annual revenue goals that vary by year and range between $1.5 and $2 million with the goal of increasing year over year
· Research, evaluate, cultivate, and coordinate the recruitment of major gifts and corporate sponsorship prospects for the LETR program in collaboration with the
LETR Executive Council and staff
· Analyze existing and new potential LETR revenue sources for cultivation, feasibility, and profitability
· Work alongside the Chief Development Officer to develop and manage budgets for the LETR program
LETR Team Management:
· This position may oversee and manage a single direct report, ensuring effective workflow, professional development, and achievement of organizational goals
Position Requirements:
· You believe in spreading joy and are dedicated to the mission of Special Olympics and have a thirst to be at the heart of social change
· Bachelor’s degree required
· Previous experience with non-profit fundraising a plus
· Proficient in computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
· Experience with fundraising platforms such as OneCause, Gesture (encouraged not required)
· Strong background in multiple event coordination and promotion
· Effective interpersonal and presentation skills
· Excellent written communication skills; ability to write clear, structured, articulate, and persuasive proposals
· Ability to promote and manage volunteer participation
· Support other departments contributing to team spirit and sharing of responsibilities
· Have a drive for results and are a self-starter committed to the greater good
· Exceptional team player with a great work ethic
· Have excellent organization, time management skills and attention to detail
· Outside-of-the-box thinker who thrives on innovation to drive mission success – even if it means we fail once in a while
· Comfortable working independently and in a wide range of social and business settings
· Professional, friendly, enjoy networking, communicating, and engaging with internal and external constituencies
· Sense of humor
· Ability to work weekends and evenings as needed, travel independently throughout the state, lift and carry 30 lbs, and the ability to operate a computer for extended periods
Other
· Collaborate with the Athlete Leadership Manager to recruit athletes for events
· Build and grow relationships and recruit and train law enforcement officers for fundraisers
· Work with the Marketing Department to create all event collateral, website, and social media platforms and an overal marketing and promotion plan for each event
· Attend and support Special Olympics Colorado’s check presentations, athletic competitions and fundraising events
· Ensure timely delivery of requests and revisions to Marketing for all event related marketing needs
· Other duties as assigned
Additional Requirements:
Applicants will undergo a background check after conditional employment offer. Applicants must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license, (or willingness to obtain one within a month of employment) with a driving record that allows employees to be covered by agency auto insurance and drive agency vehicles (must be at least 21 years old) with at least 2 years of driving experience. Applicants must also have access to a personal vehicle to travel throughout the state. Mileage
reimbursement is provided.