Job Type

• Provide vision and direction to grow and manage a full-scale development program.
• Oversee and guide the development staff in the planning, development, and implementation of a comprehensive fundraising plan to grow the organizational revenue budget in the areas of: annual giving, major gifts, special appeals, special events, government, corporate, and foundation relations, and planned giving
• Expand and diversify the League’s donor pipeline to secure funding for existing and new initiatives
• Ensure best utilization of human and financial resources available for optimal fundraising operations
• Formulate annual development budgets, track financial performance, prepare the necessary interim financial reports and fundraising projections, and monitor expenditures.
• Provide leadership support for the development team to include recruiting, training, developing, evaluating, and empowering development team members and volunteers. Maintains a professional culture that aligns with the League’s core values and motivates performance.
• Serve as a member of the executive leadership team and, as such, actively participate in making strategic decisions regarding the League’s revenue development and financial strategy, and establishing short- and long-term fundraising goals and priorities.
• Work with the executive leadership team and Board of Directors to develop and maintain a strategic perspective in organizational direction, as well as program and service delivery. Ensures effective operations and alignment with the League’s mission and strategic plan.
• Be a passionate, visible and informed advocate for League. Actively seek opportunities to engage with the broader community and participate in events that increase visibility. Represent the League at special events, community meetings, conferences, etc. to promote and further the League’s mission.
• Train, mentor, and support board members and executive staff in donor and prospect cultivation, engagement, and relationship management, seeking ways to establish and maintain key external alliances and maximize donor participation.
• Remain apprised of advancements and changes pertinent to philanthropic trends in the industry, funding sources, animal welfare industry, and fundraising and development profession. Direct and lead adaptations to the League’s fundraising plans in accordance with these changes and as necessary to maintain best practices.
• In alignment with the League’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI), create and implement development strategies specifically aligned with engaging diverse communities.

• Integrity and Ethics
• Adapting to Change and Ambiguity
• Customer and Community Focus
• Emotional Intelligence
• Excellence
• Foster Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI)

• Leading through Empowerment
• Strategic Agility
• Building and Leading Effective Teams
• Collaboration and Empowerment

• Analytical and strategic thinking
• Demonstrated written and oral communication and presentation skills
• Relationship and team building
• Excellent fundraising expertise
• Financial acumen
• Conflict management
• Innovation
• Project management

• Development team members
• Volunteers

• This position requires travel to different work sites and events within Colorado

• Benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
• Flexible spending accounts
• League-paid Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with matching
• Sabbatical program
• Relocation assistance
• And more!

• Demonstrated skills in coordinating and supporting the fundraising activities of others; holds team and self accountable for reaching or exceeding targets.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage a complex operating budget.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a non-profit board of directors.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills including public speaking and presentations, and the ability to engage a wide range of donors and prospective donors.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to non-profit fundraising.
• Adherence to the Association of Fundraising Professionals’ Code of Ethical Standards. Active membership in the Association of Fundraising Professionals, National Association of Charitable Gift Planners, Council for Advancement and Support of Education, or similar professional organization preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to be self-motivated and disciplined. Proven skill and comfort in managing and prioritizing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds.
• Ability to hire, train, develop, engage, and evaluate high-performing employees.
• Experience handling ambiguity; ability to make informed decisions that are in the best interest of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in non-profit management or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Work Experience: Ten years of proven successful experience in fund raising and development. Experience managing and securing major gifts and planned gifts in a non-profit environment. Experience managing and motivating a team, to include director-level employees.