Development Director

In the Development Director role, you will...

• Create and lead a comprehensive development strategy to sustain and grow financial resources, including fundraising efforts, a development plan, and donor relations
• Play a pivotal role in ensuring consistent financial growth to sustain ART 180’s staff and programs now and in the future
• Work closely with the Executive Director, Deputy Director, Board of Trustees, and staff to implement a holistic fundraising plan that includes individual donors, foundations, corporate sponsorships, government agencies, special events, and earned income

To thrive, you'll need to...

• Value and model integrity, compassion, and respect
• Build cooperative, collaborative relationships with staff and others
• Be self-motivated, resourceful, and driven by our mission
• Prioritize, work efficiently, meet deadlines, and work independently
• Be willing to grow, try new things, be challenged, and handle honest feedback
• Be a team player able to adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility 
• Have a flexible schedule and availability to work early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends and travel as needed

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business administration, communications, or a related field
• Minimum of three years of experience in fund development
• Proven track record of successfully securing major gifts, grants, and sponsorships
• Knowledge of grant writing and management processes
• Experience in event planning and management
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Commitment to ethical fundraising  
• Ability to establish clear expectations and continuously measure performance
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate and present persuasively and effectively
• Excellence in organizational management with the ability to coach staff, manage, and develop high-performing teams as well as set and achieve strategic objectives
• Solid organizational skills, including planning, delegating, program development, and task facilitation, and strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people
• Familiarity or openness to Community Centric Fundraising
• Experience with donor databases and fundraising software (e.g., DonorPerfect, SalesForce, Raiser’s Edge)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Salary Benefits

• Starting salary $80,000
• Paid health insurance
• Paid vacation and leave days
• 10 paid holidays
• Year-end rest period (two weeks)
• Access to 403(b) retirement savings plan pre-tax