Development Director

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $55,000 - $70,000 Salary DOE

The Development Director leads and manages all fundraising and development initiatives to support Youth Homes' mission, programs and services. This includes overseeing corporate donations, grants, planned giving, special events and community engagement. The Development Director is responsible for guiding the development team, coordinating with communications staff, and engaging the Board of Directors to ensure successful revenue generation and long-term sustainability.

Qualifications:

• Minimum five years experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, or related field, including staff supervision
• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, or related field, advance degree preferred
• Strong leadership, organizational and strategic planning skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to cultivate donor relationships, write grants and lead fundraising initiatives
• Knowledge of fundraising software, donor management systems and best practices in nonprofit development
• Ability to work collaboratively with board members, staff and community partners

Wage and Benefits:

• Base Salary at $55,000 - $70,000 DOE
• Employer funded annual and bonus leave, exceptional leave and educational leave
• Employer contributions to individual and dependent health insurance, long term disability insurance, life insurance policy for employee, 401(k) contributions after 12 months of eligible employment
• Available benefits to eligible employees; dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible savings accounts