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Organization Overview
Palmer Land Conservancy (Palmer) is one of Colorado's leading nonprofit land conservation organizations and one of the country’s first 100 nationally accredited land trusts through the Land Trust Alliance. Our mission is to protect land and water for the well-being of nature and people. Since 1977, the organization has permanently protected 138,000 acres, including 20 public parks and open spaces, working farms and ranches, wildlife habitat, and scenic views. These are the places where we all live, work, and play.
We are a team of professionals who work with private landowners, as well as local, state, and federal partners, to be a catalyst for community health, resiliency, and prosperity. Through these partnerships, we can achieve a lasting impact on our mission and begin to ignite a culture shift for conservation. We are committed to organizational excellence, valuing our people, diverse backgrounds and experiences, equitable access, and expanding the tools we need to succeed. At Palmer, we believe people ultimately make this work happen. The more a community cares about its land and water resources, the more willpower there is to preserve and protect them. Similarly, the more a community has access to the outdoors the healthier its population is, with a higher quality of life. We believe that connecting people to nature and ensuring the benefits of this work are accessible to everyone is a priority.
Our main office is in downtown Colorado Springs, and we have satellite offices in Pueblo and Salida. More info at palmerland.org.
The Opportunity
The Philanthropy Director will arrive at a time of remarkable growth and opportunity within the organization. Guided by the bold and ambitious goals of its new strategic plan, Land for Life, the organization is relentlessly focused on the urgency of conservation and the need for immediate action. Combined with fiscal strength and a drive for innovation, Palmer is projected to grow 40% over the next three years to achieve its priority land and water conservation outcomes. The Philanthropy Director will play an integral role in resourcing the outcomes of the strategic plan through the management and growth of the organization’s fundraising programs. The Philanthropy Director has the strong potential to advance into a Vice President of Philanthropy position within the next eighteen months. Preference will be given to candidates involved in a multi-million dollar comprehensive campaign.
Position Summary
Joining the External Affairs team and reporting to the Vice President of External Affairs, the Philanthropy Director should possess significant experience in a broad range of fundraising strategies, thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial setting, and be skilled at helping donors achieve their conservation goals through giving opportunities that are aligned with the organization’s strategic priorities. This position has three focus areas over the next three years:
1) grow the annual fund by 110%
2) ensure Palmer grows its membership base from 525 members to 2,000 members
3) develop and execute fundraising strategies at all giving levels.
The Philanthropy Director has one direct report, the Philanthropy Manager, and will collaborate with the full team, including the VP of External Affairs, Communications Manager, and Community Outreach Coordinator to deliver on all objectives. The role may be supported by external campaign and planned giving consulting, as needed.
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Qualifications of a successful candidate:
Salary & Benefits
The salary range is $80,000 - $90,000 DOE. Palmer offers full-time employees excellent benefits including: health, dental, and vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, employer retirement plan and contribution, paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and flexible work arrangements. The position is based out of Palmer’s Colorado Springs office located in beautiful downtown, and in close proximity to ample recreation and open space opportunities.
How to Apply: The position is open until May 3. Applicants should submit 1) a cover letter, 2) resume, 3) list of three references, and 4) answers to the prompts below (all as a single pdf) by e-mail to: jobs@palmerland.org with the subject line: Director of Development. References will not be contacted unless you are selected for a final interview.
Please limit responses to no more than 200 words per prompt:
1. Describe your leadership experience managing a comprehensive campaign.
2. Tell us about the most meaningful gift you’ve solicited and closed.
3. How do you prioritize your team’s work in a multi-faceted fundraising program?
Frequently cited statistics show that women and people from underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they think they meet 100% of the criteria. If you meet many but not all the criteria and feel you may be a good fit for the role, Palmer Land Conservancy encourages you to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
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Work Location: In person
Full Time
Investment Management
$100k-158k (estimate)
04/25/2024
08/21/2024
palmerland.org
Colorado Springs, CO
<25
Investment Management
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