Director of Development
10+ years
Aurora, CO
$90k - $115k/year
Full-time
Remote
1 month ago
About the role
The Director of Development and Marketing is responsible for developing and executing the Aurora Public Schools Foundation's comprehensive fundraising strategy, marketing initiatives, and donor engagement programs to advance the organization's mission. This position reports directly to the Executive Director and collaborates closely with the Board of Directors. The role serves as a strategic leader in building and maintaining relationships with corporate, foundation, and individual donors, and in overseeing all communications and special events. The position exists to secure sustainable funding streams and enhance the Foundation's visibility through data-driven fundraising practices and compelling storytelling that demonstrates impact to the Aurora community.
Development, Fundraising, and Stewardship
Event Execution
Storytelling, Marketing and Communications
Operations
Education and Training
What We Offer
Skills, Knowledge, and Competencies
Preferred Qualifications Education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, licenses, certifications, endorsements, designations, and other qualifications relevant to the position that are strongly preferred but not requir ed at hire.
Development, Fundraising, and Stewardship
- Create and execute comprehensive fundraising plans targeting individual, corporate, and foundation donors.
- Guide donors through annual, mid-level, major, and planned giving pipelines to increase engagement and giving.
- Maintain a diverse portfolio of donors to secure contributions, strengthen relationships, and expand long-term support.
- Execute multi-channel fundraising campaigns (including Colorado Gives Day and employee giving) and facilitate meetings for the Board of Directors’ Sustainability and Resource Development Committee.
Event Execution
- Direct the logistics, volunteer recruitment, and marketing for the annual fundraising gala
- Establish systematic processes for soliciting and acquiring annual event sponsorships.
- Develop compelling storytelling narratives and scripts for event-based videos and presentations.
Storytelling, Marketing and Communications
- Articulate the organization’s vision and strategic initiatives across diverse communication channels.
- Create digital content for social media, website updates, and email marketing campaigns.
- Coordinate with the APS Communication team to broaden the foundation’s community reach.
- Produce annual impact reports, press releases, and fund development collateral for stakeholders.
Operations
- Track all recurring and one-time gifts in the donor database to ensure accurate records.
- Maintain constituent records by regularly updating and managing data in the Customer Relationship Management (CRM).
- Manage donor contributions submitted through various workplace giving platforms.
- Perform donation receipting tasks in accordance with auditing and internal control procedures.
Education and Training
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced training in business, fundraising, marketing, or a related field.
- Experience: Five years of professional experience in fundraising and development with demonstrated expertise in marketing, communications, and event coordination.
What We Offer
- Expected annual salary range of $90,000 - $115,000, based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and optional benefits such as HSA/FSA, chiropractic, acupuncture, and other financial options.
- Retirement benefits provided through the Colorado Public Employees’ Retirement Association (PERA),including a defined benefit pension plan.
- Generous paid time off, including paid sick leave, bereavement leave, special leave, and paidvacation for eligible employees.
- Paid parental and medical leave available, including options for employees who do not qualify for FMLA,using accrued leave balances.
Skills, Knowledge, and Competencies
- Ability to promote and follow district policies and building and department procedures.
- Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator
- Demonstrated expertise in marketing, communications, and event production.
- Ability to craft and adapt professional communications for diverse audiences through excellent oral and written skills
- Proficiency in developing content for social media channels, email campaigns, and website updates.
- Capacity to train and engage volunteers and interns effectively.
- Advanced proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Experience utilizing Customer Relationship Management systems, such as Salesforce, and email marketing platforms.
- Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills to work effectively with donors, corporate leaders, and staff.
- Application of mature judgment, diplomatic skills, and active listening in professional settings.
- Collaborative mindset to set goals, resolve problems, and enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Comprehensive knowledge of fundraising strategies, trends, and industry best practices.
- Proven history of leading successful initiatives with measurable results.
- Strict commitment to maintaining organizational and donor confidentiality.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and competing demands simultaneously.
- Availability to work a full-time schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends as required.
- Competency in operating computers and standard office equipment while identifying details at close range.
Preferred Qualifications Education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, licenses, certifications, endorsements, designations, and other qualifications relevant to the position that are strongly preferred but not requir ed at hire.
- Passion for the Aurora Public Schools Foundation's mission and vision.
- Experience with fundraising, including individual and corporate, and foundation donor cultivation,solicitation, and stewardship.
- Background in event production and coordination.
Skills
OtherNon-profit Organizations