Donor Recruitment Manager in Atlanta, Georgia at Lifesouth Community Blood Centers Inc

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is seeking an experienced, results-driven District Recruitment Manager to lead donor recruitment efforts in Dunwoody, GA. This leadership position is responsible for developing and executing recruitment strategies, building community partnerships, and leading a team of Donor Recruiters to achieve district blood collection goals.

The District Recruitment Manager plays a key role in expanding LifeSouth's community presence, identifying new blood drive opportunities, and driving team performance to support a consistent and reliable blood supply for local hospitals and patients.

Schedule Requirements: On-call availability is required. The position may involve evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as needed.

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach, and develop the district's donor recruitment team, establishing clear performance expectations and accountability for results.
• Develop and execute annual recruitment plans and strategies to achieve district blood collection goals.
• Monitor recruitment performance, blood drive projections, and collection goals, implementing corrective strategies when needed.
• Identify and secure new blood drive opportunities while strengthening relationships with existing sponsors and community partners.
• Oversee community outreach initiatives designed to increase awareness of blood donation and expand LifeSouth's presence throughout the district.
• Manage donor recruitment operations, including staff scheduling, drive management systems, and recruitment activities.
• Collaborate with district leadership and corporate departments to address operational needs and support district objectives.
• Oversee employee training, development, and performance evaluations in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Represent LifeSouth at community events, organizational partnerships, and media opportunities.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, exceptional customer service, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of three years of supervisory or management experience
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams while achieving performance goals
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage community partners and stakeholders
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities and oversee multiple initiatives
• Goal-oriented, proactive approach with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Proficiency with computers and business software applications
• Valid driver's license and the ability to meet and maintain LifeSouth's driver eligibility requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Previous experience in blood banking or a related healthcare environment
• Management experience in donor recruitment, community outreach, public relations, marketing, or sales

Our Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurances available to full-time employees the first of the month after 60 days
• Supplemental insurances including life, cancer, accident, and disability
• Access to mental wellness resources and counseling through telehealth
• Free basic life insurance for full-time employees
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match each pay period
• Employer funded retirement plan for vested employees & 403b offered
• Employee wellness program
• Access to wages prior to pay day
• CDL bonus program

Why Join LifeSouth?

At LifeSouth, your leadership directly contributes to ensuring blood is available for patients who need it. As a nonprofit community blood center, we offer the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, build meaningful community partnerships, and make a lasting impact through a lifesaving mission.

Who We Are

LifeSouth is a non-profit community blood bank serving more than 150 hospitals in Alabama, Florida, Georgia and Tennessee. We are committed to meeting the blood supply needs of hospitals and their patients by providing the highest quality blood components and services. With more than 45 donor centers, 55 bloodmobiles and 2,000 blood drives a month, our LifeSouth team is dedicated to making sure the blood is there when you or your family is in need.

Our Mission

To provide a safe blood supply that meets or exceeds the needs in each community we serve, and to provide a variety of services in support of ongoing and emerging blood and transfusion related activities.

The starting salary ranges from $62,000 - $68,200 annually, commensurate with education and experience. Criminal background check, credit check, and drug screen required upon conditional offer of hire. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Drug-Free/Tobacco Free Workplace.

The position description may not include all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Duties and responsibilities that are not listed, but which the employee may be expected to perform, will fall within the scope of the skills, knowledge and training for the position.

LifeSouth is a Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace. LifeSouth is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor as well as an affirmative action employer and provides equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, disability, status as a protected veteran, national origin, color, or any other classification in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, and ordinances. Veterans are encouraged to self-identify as LifeSouth desires to provide protected veterans priority referrals for open positions. LifeSouth complies with all laws and regulations associated with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). LifeSouth is an E-Verify employer.

If you require any assistance to complete the application process or during the interview due to a disability, please contact the LifeSouth region where you are applying or call 1-888-795-2707 to request an accommodation. Applications may be completed at a LifeSouth facility or mailed to corporate headquarters in lieu of the on-line application process.