United Way of Dane County mobilizes the caring power of our community to create lasting change for multiple generations. Our mission is to unite the community to achieve measurable results that change lives. We are committed to being a catalyst for inclusion and systemic change—working collaboratively with local nonprofits, businesses, community leaders, donors, and volunteers to address complex challenges no single person or organization can solve alone. Together, we are The Power of Caring. Working for All.

Our work centers around improving individual and family well-being so that everyone in Dane County can lead healthy, successful, and secure lives. Guided by our Plan for Community Well-Being, we focus on four community goals across priority areas: Youth Opportunity, Financial Security, Healthy Communities, and Community Resiliency – the building blocks of a stable life. Each of these goals is achieved through collective impact, the implementation of United Way initiatives and community-based programs operated by our agency partners.

As an equity leader, United Way of Dane County embraces its IDEA Statement (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access) and recognizes racism as a public health crisis, understand it is the root cause of inequity in our society and stand in total opposition to all acts of racism and discrimination. We are committed to transformative social change that addresses structural inequities and oppression. We recognize that addressing racism and systemic inequity is essential to building a thriving community for all.

Purpose of Position: 

United Way of Dane County is seeking enthusiastic, driven, and community-minded individuals to join our dynamic Resource Development Team as Campaign Fundraising Specialists – Loaned Executives for the 2025 Community Campaign.

In this vital role, you will receive guidance and support from development staff as you help create and implement innovative fundraising strategies, cultivate meaningful volunteer engagement opportunities, and apply stewardship best practices. You’ll work closely with corporate and community partners to ensure the success of workplace giving campaigns throughout Dane County.

As a Campaign Fundraising Specialist – Loaned Executive, you will serve as the primary liaison between United Way and a portfolio of 20–35 companies. Each Loaned Executive will be responsible for supporting these organizations in raising awareness of United Way’s impact and achieving assigned fundraising and participation goals.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Research each assigned account to develop customized fundraising strategies based on potential and best practices.
• Develop and deliver compelling presentations to diverse audiences, emphasizing the importance of supporting essential local services. Collaborate with CEOs and Leadership Giving Managers to organize special events that encourage major and continued contributions.
• Motivate and guide company’s Employee Campaign Managers in the planning and execution of effective workplace campaigns.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date campaign records, submit weekly progress reports, and input detailed data and interactions into United Way’s database. Ensure timely campaign closeout and provide strategic recommendations for future growth.
• Achieve assigned revenue and participation goals through relationship-building, professional follow-up, and timely pledge collection.

Additional responsibilities include:  

• Facilitate campaign training sessions for company volunteers. 
• Coordinate the delivery and distribution of campaign materials.
• Organize and lead workplace presentations, agency tours and guest speaker events.  
• Maintaining detailed records and notes on all campaign-related activities and outcomes. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelors degree preferred or four years’ experience in fundraising, sales, marketing or human services fields. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage a variety of audiences effectively. 
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and communities.  
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines. 
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. 
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic setting. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, high level of organizational and interpersonal skills. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Microsoft 365, Word, Excel and Outlook.  Experience with mail merge is a plus. 
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. 

Minimum Experience 

• Two years of administrative or office support experience required. 
• Experience in fundraising, marketing, customer service, or sales strongly preferred. 
• Data entry experience with a demonstrated ability to manage and complete accurate data entry for extended periods of time.  
• Prior experience supporting volunteer-driven initiatives or workplace campaigns is a plus. 

Salary and Hours of Work

• 17-week Full time limited term assignment 
• July 30 to November 26, 2025
• M – F, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm 
• Possibility for limited hybrid work. 
• $18.00/hour 
• Ability to drive to events and activities within Dane County 

Application Details 

Applications accepted until all spots are filled. Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application. The cover letter should be no longer than two pages and clearly highlight your skills and experiences that demonstrate your qualifications for this position.

United Way of Dane County Values:

United Way’s values serve as the foundation for the United Way network-wide talent management strategy and inform the essential abilities (skills, knowledge, behaviors) that United Way professionals must have to perform their jobs successfully.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: 

We provide opportunities for all people while working to change systemic and personal biases for equitable outcomes. 

Excellence: 

We operate at the highest standards to achieve our mission and exceed community expectations. 

Innovation: 

We create and catalyze unique approaches to address the community’s most pressing needs. 

Teamwork: 

We work in collaboration and cooperation towards a shared vision of community well-being. 

Wellness: 

We respect and support one another, encouraging each other to create space for self-care and to lead balanced lives. 

EEO/AAP Policy Statement

At United Way of Dane County, we not only accept difference — we celebrate, support, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and community. United Way of Dane County is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We center community in what we do and strongly encourage ALL people to apply to join us in our work at United Way of Dane County—regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, justice involvement, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.