Director of Development

Broaden your horizons while making an impact in the world of animal welfare at the Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF). As a leading regional shelter serving the East End of Long Island (Hamptons), SASF is now hiring a Director of Development. This is a great opportunity to turn your love for animals into a fulfilling career by joining a successful and growing organization in the heart of the Hamptons. The Director of Development is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the organization’s fundraising activities including its Individual Donor Giving Plan, Major Gifts Program, Annual Fund, Planned Giving, Special Events and Capital Campaigns. This position reports directly to the Executive Director and works closely with the Board of Directors in all development and fundraising endeavors. The Director of Development will interface with donors from around the country, with an emphasis on Long Island, New York City and Florida.

Responsibilities & Duties

· Responsible for the strategic direction, growth, and overall management of the development department

· Develop and implement all aspects of donor cultivation and solicitation, including identifying and expanding new donor base

· Advance and steward individuals, foundations, corporate and workplace-giving relationships

· Design and build a comprehensive planned giving strategy to promote Charitable Gift Annuities, Endowments, Bequests and other Legacy Giving programs

· Solicit gifts on behalf of SASF, both individually and in conjunction with the Executive Director, other staff, board members and fundraising volunteers

· Plan fundraising events that effectively communicate purpose of the organization, as well as attend public and social events to network on behalf of SASF

· Prepare and manage the development department’s annual budget

· Ensure the fundraising database and donor tracking systems are accurate and complete

· Supervise, guide, evaluate, and counsel development department staff

· Increase contributions by penetrating the Donor Advised Fund community

· Work closely with the Executive Director to assist in policy making

· Schedule, track and respond to grant funding timeline for proposal development, submission, and reporting

· Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and laws, maintains accountability standards to donors, and ensure compliance with code of ethical principles and standards of professional conduct for fundraising executives

Experience & Qualifications

· Bachelor’s Degree

7 years experience in non-profit fundraising and community relations

· Proven ability to recruit major gifts/donors, raise private donations, develop, and manage donor relationships, and motivate staff and volunteers

· Knowledge of the principles and practices of non-profit fund development; animal sheltering development a plus

· Proven strategic planning and budgeting skills

· Experience with Capital Campaigns

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Strong interpersonal communication and public speaking skills

· Ability to learn new software including fundraising platforms such as Donor Perfect and Classy

· Positive attitude with ability to develop strong partnerships and work well in a team environment

· Able to work a flexible schedule with regular weekend and evening activities, primarily in the summertime

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000 plus commission and is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Interested applicants should email their resume, cover letter, and three to five references to Chris Teakle at cteakle@sasf.org. Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis, so interested applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applications without cover letters that directly address the candidate's fit with the key qualifications will not be considered.

Start date to be mutually agreed upon by candidate and SASF Search Committee.

Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• non profit: 7 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $120,000 - $150,000