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Development Manager

Glacier Peak Institute
Darrington, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/28/2026
Job Description:

Shift: First Shift,mon,tue,wed,thu,fri

Position Summary

The Development Manager is a key member of the operations team that serves an important role in fulfilling Glacier Peak Institute's mission through strategic development and donor engagement. This position helps to grow the organization and expand capacity by building relationships with prospective corporate, foundation, and individual donors, and by engaging and connecting with our supporters.

Key Responsibilities

  • Cultivate relationships with current donors and partners, and build connections with new donors and prospective supporters.

  • Maintain a portfolio of qualified donors, seek opportunities for gifts of assets and non-cash gifts, and make direct asks to meet funding needs.

  • Engage with supporters and keep them up to date with ongoing activities through social media, email, newsletters, and website content.

  • Be a storyteller sharing the unique experiences of program participants with supporters and connecting with donor interests in a compelling way.

  • Work with staff and Board of Directors to align multi-year development strategy with organizational goals and needs.

  • Build a development calendar to plan for fundraising activities and focused messaging throughout the year.

  • Create opportunities for supporters to engage with GPI through volunteer activities, programs, and community events.

  • Lead the Development Committee, and support Board and volunteer participation in development and fundraising events. *Some events may require late afternoon & weekend attendance.

  • Work with staff to identify grant opportunities and submit proposals or applications.

Organization Comment:

We are committed to seeking the best candidate for this position. If you are not sure if you meet the required skills and experience, don't let doubts stop you from applying. If you have any questions about the requirements for this position or would like to submit your Cover Letter & Resume directly to us, please email hr@glacierpeakinstitute.org.
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Job Benefits:

Benefits

As a full-time employee, this position is eligible for our benefits program which includes:

  • Group Health Insurance; Medical, Dental, Vision

  • 401(k) match (up to 1%)

  • Paid Holidays

  • 15 Days Per Year of Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Potential for a Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule; Minimum of two (2) days each week in the GPI office location


From: Glacier Peak Institute

Salary : $28 - $38

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