What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Director position at Shiloh House?
Description
While you work to empower Colorado youth and families, we empower you to develop your career. Join one of the most respected leaders in child advocacy services – Shiloh House. Our family like culture and specialized programs allow our staff to utilize their individual talents and contribute in ways that are both professionally and personally fulfilling. At Shiloh House, you will find meaning and purpose in your work while you build your career. Our leaders are dedicated to teaching and providing you with the tools to be successful. We believe strongly in growing and developing our future leaders, providing advancement opportunities by promoting from within. In return for your dedication and contributions, you will be recognized and provided an array of competitive benefits. Come join us and serve our great community!
Compensation: In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the expected salary range for this Colorado position is $87,000 yearly. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job related factors permitted by law. Compensation is based on location/shift:
Benefits:
- Insurance benefits include health, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness.
- 10% off tuition at CCU for their online programs
- ClassPass Membership
- 403(b) retirement plan with match
- Paid time off
- Personal leave
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Flexibility
- Employee assistance program
- Growth opportunities are available throughout the agency as we love to promote from within!
- May be eligible for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Federal Loan Forgiveness Program
Responsibilities:
- The employee manages the portfolio of donors for the agency and maintains relationships with donors.
- Building and maintaining relationships with volunteers, community supporters, sponsorships, endorsements, and donors. securing corporate sponsorships and celebrity endorsements, silent and live auction items.
- Preparing and presenting regular reports on progress towards fundraising goals for the agency.
- Managing grant writing and identification of new grant opportunities.
- Directing and assisting with the organization of seasonal activities, promotions and fundraising events on an ongoing basis.
- Researching alternative funding streams The employee provides support to all community events and trainings.
- Coordinating, organizing, and executing all internal and external events and fundraisers throughout the year.
- Oversees the development team
- Ensures a successful social media presence.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in related field and 5 years of experience in fundraising and marketing
- Experience in grant writing
- Experience in community relations
- Experience in public speaking
- Excellent organizational, time management, and critical thinking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Must hold a valid Colorado driver’s license or have the ability to obtain one
- Must meet agency MVR criteria
- Applicants must successfully complete a comprehensive background screening as a condition of employment, in accordance with Colorado Department of Human Services regulations for child care facilities. This screening includes state criminal background checks, fingerprinting, sex offender registry searches, and abuse and neglect clearances. If the applicant has lived in any other state within the past five years, equivalent background and abuse/neglect checks from those states will also be conducted. In addition, all direct care applicants are required to complete a health evaluation or physical prior to beginning service to confirm they are fit for duty.
Posting Date: 3/4/2026
Application Window: Ongoing (Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis)
Salary : $87,000