DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Development Officer

ACLU of Nevada is a dynamic organization dedicated to protecting civil rights and civil liberties across the state of Nevada. We are currently seeking a Development Officer to provide the right self-starter candidate with the opportunity to make an impact in supporting the important work the ACLU of Nevada does in service to our state.

The Development Officer at the ACLU of Nevada will serve as a key member of our team's fundraising efforts and will help expand, enhance, and sustain our organization's short-term and long-term strategic fundraising goals with a heavy emphasis on donor relations. Sales, fundraising or development experience at a professional level is preferred. This is an in-office, full-time position based in our North Las Vegas office.

Compensation and benefits include a full-time salary of $65,000.00 with medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

The Development Officer will report to the Development Director and will be responsible for:

• Serving as a fundraiser for the organization;
• Managing relationships with individuals and organizations within portfolio;
• Engaging with prospective donors by mail, phone, email and driving to in-person meetings;
• Collaborating with other departments for better storytelling;
• Occasionally traveling throughout Nevada to meet with donors;
• Researching private foundation (non-government) grants and writing proposals;
• Assisting with small and large event planning;
• Representing ACLU-NV at community events as needed during evenings and weekends; and
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Preferences include:

• Experience in sales or nonprofit fundraising/development is highly preferred;
• Bachelor's degree and strong professional writing skills;
• Consistent employment history;
• Familiarity with Salesforce;
• Strong networking, communication, and social skills;
• Enthusiasm for discussing civil rights and civil liberties.

ACLU OF NEVADA VALUES A DIVERSE WORKFORCE AND ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FROM ALL QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, GENDER, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN, MARITAL STATUS, CITIZENSHIP, DISABILITY, VETERAN STATUS, AND RECORD OF ARREST OR CONVICTION.