LSS of South Dakota

Associate

• Strengthens donor relationships by designing and delivering strategic engagement, stewardship, and event experiences that deepen connection
• Leads the planning and execution of fundraising and stewardship events
• Coordinates donor engagement activities
• Partners with the Vice President of Mission Advancement and the Director of Marketing & Communications to create compelling donor centric communications
• Leads donor acquisition efforts, enhances donor retention, and contributes significantly to the annual fundraising goals of the organization
• Demonstrated expertise in event planning, strong organizational and time management abilities, and coordination of volunteers and donor centered stewardship
• Competence in email-marketing platforms, direct-mail processes, and digital analytics for engagement metrics
• Proficient in donor management and fundraising software (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Bloomerang) for data entry, reporting, segmentation, and maintaining data integrity
• Ability to develop and interpret engagement metrics and dashboards to inform strategy
• Solid understanding of fundraising industry practices, including donor acquisition, stewardship, and retention best practices
• Manage small group and virtual engagement opportunities, including tours, impact briefings, and program touchpoints
• Lead or support signature events, ensuring strong logistics, volunteer coordination, and donor centered stewardship

Philanthropy Engagement Associate

General

• The Kinship Locator works with a child’s team to identify, locate, and engage relatives for children in South Dakota DSS/CPS custody
• Connect with the child, biological parents, DSS/CPS staff, ICWA, and other team members to identify potential placement options or family connections that best meet the child’s needs
• Use various search tools and resources to locate and connect with relative resources
• Work collaboratively with South Dakota DSS/CPS

Kinship Specialist – Foster Care

Social Worker

• Assist families in navigating the process to become a foster or adoptive resource.
• Complete home study assessments for prospective foster and kinship families who are pursuing Foster Care and Kinship licensing and adoption approval.
• Partner with families to complete the home study process, write the home study assessment, and provide resources and support to families throughout the process.
• Be a valuable member of the Licensing Team and work collaboratively with South Dakota DSS/CPS.

Philanthropy Engagement Associate

Kinship Specialist – Foster Care

Part-Time Social Worker – Family Development Specialist