Director, Walk

American Heart Association What's your motivation? Opportunity? Creativity? Contribution? It's all part of working for the American Heart Association---where you can combine professional growth with personal fulfillment. So if you're considering a rewarding career, consider the American Heart Association. We have an excellent opportunity for a skilled salesperson to become the Director, Heart Walk in our Seattle, WA office. Working as a member of the team, the Heart Walk Director ' an organized, enthusiastic, self-motivated person ' will: set and meet aggressive fund-raising goals, including sponsorship dollars, as well as plan, organize, develop, implement, direct, and evaluate the Heart Walk for specific revenue generation, educational and communications activities; assure that AHA Affiliate policies are carried out and that goals are achieved in a timely fashion; direct and oversee the training, development and maintenance of a community based volunteer committee; oversee data entry and maintenance of database. Must be team oriented and have outstanding customer service, public speaking and presentation skills. Candidates must apply on-line at www.americanheart.org/careers as the AHA's recruitment process does not include the utilization of faxed or hard copy resumes. * BA or BS degree or business/sales or related field.* Minimum of three to five years relevant work experience, including proven success in sales/fundraising.* Ability to train, manage, guide, motivate volunteers to achieve objectives.* Ability to set aggressive goals with clients. * Ability to plan and work independently. * Superior organizational and interpersonal skills.* Excellent computer skills. * Ability to travel and work flexible hours.Attracting talented, committed employees means offering a competitive benefits package, ongoing professional development and training, and a diverse and inclusive environment in which to work and grow. And we do! Visit www.americanheart.org/careers and click "benefits" for more information or to apply.EOE MF/V/D