Job Title: Director of Development
Reports To: Chief Strategy & Operations Officer
Direct Reports: Development Operations Manager, Outreach Manager
Job Classification: Full Time, Exempt
Job Location: Seattle, Washington; hybrid (in-office and remote); residence in Washington state, and the ability to come into the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays is required.
Schedule: Typical weekly hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM
About This Position
The Director of Development (the Director) is responsible for accurately forecasting, cultivating, and closing on gifts and grants to ensure adequate revenue for the organization. The role fosters a culture of philanthropy within the organization and assures that Washington STEM’s business culture, systems, and procedures support fund development and vice versa.
The Director plans, administers, and assures implementation strategies that support the organization and provides leadership and management of the direction, planning, and execution of fundraising and development- related activities including prospect research, cultivation, solicitation, volunteer management, and stewardship and recognition strategies.
The Director shares responsibility with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for stewarding key philanthropic relationships. Working closely with the CEO and the Board, the Director designs and implements comprehensive and dynamic strategies and initiatives that will ensure the success of grants, individual, corporate, and foundation giving.
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To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter as two separate PDFs to hiring@washingtonstem.org. Your cover letter should express your specific interest in this role and include a statement regarding your personal commitment to equity.
The salary range for this position is between $118,166 - $177,250. New hires typically start between the minimum and mid-point of the range. The offered salary will be commensurate with the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Washington STEM is a proud equal opportunity employer, committed to addressing discriminatory practices, and to working toward racial equity. The equal employment opportunity policy of Washington STEM provides fair and equal opportunities for all employees and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other protected classes under the law in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.
We are committed to an inclusive work environment and to building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our community. Women, BIPOC, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, and candidates who represent the diversity and lived experiences of the communities with which we work with are strongly encouraged to apply.
