What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Development Officer position at Murray Resources?
A mission-driven non-profit organization is seeking a Chief Development Officer to lead fundraising initiatives and strategic philanthropy efforts. The ideal candidate is an experienced and results-oriented development leader with a proven track record in securing major gifts, managing capital campaigns, and building strong donor relationships. Working collaboratively, the successful candidate will drive fundraising success by overseeing annual giving, endowment growth, and community engagement while aligning development efforts with the organization's mission and long-term strategic vision.
Salary Additional Benefits :
140,000-$150,000
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
403-B Retirement Fund
Value Work Life Balance - Vacation & Personal Time
Location : Ft. Worth, TX
Type of Position : Direct Hire
Responsibilities :
Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support annual giving, endowment, and capital campaign goals.
Lead and manage the Development Department, ensuring best practices in donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
Drive the success of the annual funding goal and oversee the execution the capital campaign phase.
Provide strategic leadership for the Comprehensive Campaign, working closely with senior leadership, board members, and volunteers to maximize impact.
Cultivate and secure major gifts and corporate sponsorships, leveraging relationships with donors, foundations, and government agencies.
Develop innovative strategies for donor engagement and recognition.
Serve as an ambassador for the company, fostering relationships with key community leaders, businesses, and philanthropic organizations.
Support company branches in their local fundraising efforts and community engagement initiatives.
Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to ensure alignment between fundraising and brand messaging.
Work closely with the CEO, Board of Directors, and fundraising committees to advance philanthropic initiatives.
Train and support staff and volunteers in fundraising best practices, ensuring a strong culture of philanthropy across the organization.
Provide clear metrics and reporting on fundraising progress, impact, and opportunities.
Requirements :
Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 7-10 years of experience in non-profit development, with a preference for experience in mission-driven, community-focused organization
Proven track record in fundraising leadership, including experience managing large-scale capital campaigns and securing major gifts
Strong leadership skills with experience managing high-performing teams
Exceptional relationship-building skills with the ability to engage and inspire donors, board members, and community partners
Knowledge of comprehensive campaign strategies, planned giving, and donor database management
Ability to align development efforts with the strategic vision and mission
Due to the high volume of applications we typically receive, we regret that we are not able to personally respond to all applications. However, if you are invited to take the next step in the process, you will typically be contacted within one week of submitting your application.
Salary : $140,000 - $147,000
