Posted in Other 21 days ago.
Director of Development
Desert Foothills Library
The only donation-supported public library in Maricopa County, Desert Foothills Library is nestled in the foothills of the town Cave Creek and is a dynamic and beloved community asset. The Library offers free memberships to all Maricopa County residents and thrives because of individual community members' generous financial support. With 20,000 square feet of books, audiovisual materials, a large used bookstore, meeting and study rooms, a demonstration kitchen, a beautiful patio with mountain views and much more, the Library is a wonderful place to relax, visit with friends and to work. Innovative and creative staff host more than 2,500 programs a year and more than 100 community members give their time as volunteers to ensure patrons get personalized, friendly service.
Summary
Reporting to the Executive Director and working closely with the Data Administrator this position will build and manage fundraising activities. This position requires knowledge of fundraising principles and requires experience working with donor databases, managing events, writing fundraising copy, writing and managing grants and analyzing and preparing data and reports. The Director of Development shall have a high degree of comfort presenting strategic updates to the Board of Directors. Additional skills in marketing, communications and branding preferred. The successful candidate will be internal and external customer-centric with excellent communication skills. Some weekends and evenings required.
Essential Functions
Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate will share the Desert Foothills Library's commitment to its mission and will bring a broad range of skills and experience including but not limited to:
Education/Experience
* Minimum: Bachelor's Degree
* Certification desired: Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)
* Five years of professional fund raising experience with proven record of exceeding fundraising targets
Salary & Benefits
$80,000 - $90,000
Competitive benefits package including medical insurance, matching 401k and vacation.
As Arizona's only non-profit, independent library, you will have the unique ability to innovate quickly and create meaningful and personalized experiences for residents.
Please send a letter of interest and current resume to Dr. Debra J Lay, Executive Director: dlay@dfla.org
Accepting applicants until filled
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