Development Director - Field
Position Overview
Do you enjoy meeting new people and working with others towards a common goal of greater good? Are you a high energy, motivated, confident and creative individual? Do you want to work with an organization whose mission is to help young people reach their full potential? If your answer is yes, then we have the perfect opportunity for you. The Atlanta Area Council is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Job Summary: The Atlanta Area Council, Boy Scouts of America serves thousands of families in Metro-Atlanta with a nationally recognized leadership program based in the outdoors. With an operating budget of over $14 million, the Council has a diversified stream of revenue which includes funding from an annual operating campaign, six special events, corporate partnerships, planned giving, and other sources.
The Atlanta Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, located directly across from Truist Park, is seeking a Development Director to give leadership, direction, and support of specialized fundraising initiatives. We are seeking a motivated and dynamic individual to join our team as a Field Development Director. This Development Director will be responsible for leading fundraising and development efforts, cultivating relationships with donors, Scouting families and alumni and implementing strategies to drive financial support to sustain and grow our organization’s impactful programs.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Fundraising Leadership: Design and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy that diversifies revenue streams by cultivating individual, corporate, and foundation donors while exploring new and innovative funding opportunities.
- Relationship Building: Develop and nurture meaningful partnerships with donors, community leaders, and corporate partners, ensuring long-term support and engagement.
- Collaborative Strategy Development: Partner with executive leadership and board members to create and execute high-impact fundraising initiatives, campaigns, and special events.
- Donor Portfolio Management: Oversee and grow a portfolio of existing and prospective donors, delivering exceptional stewardship through personalized engagement and recognition.
- Research and Proposal Development: Identify high-potential donor prospects within our Scouting families and alumni network, crafting compelling proposals and presentations to secure major gifts and sponsorships.
- Event Oversight: Lead the planning and execution of our signature fundraising event, managing logistics, volunteer teams, and ensuring impactful donor experiences.
- Data-Driven Analysis: Monitor progress and analyze fundraising metrics to assess performance, refine strategies, and capitalize on opportunities for growth.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent experience
Qualifications
- Must meet the Boy Scouts of America’s leadership and membership standards and subscribe to the Scout Oath and Law.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (transcript with degree conferral date required for employment).
- Minimum age of 21 years, unless prohibited by applicable law.
- At least 3 years of experience in fundraising, development, or a related field, preferably in a nonprofit setting.
- Proven success in building and sustaining donor relationships and achieving fundraising goals.
- Expertise in planning and executing successful fundraising campaigns and events, including logistics and volunteer management.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse stakeholders, including donors and volunteers.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in donor management software (e.g., Blackbaud, Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Comfortable with public speaking and skilled in engaging diverse audiences.
- Self-motivated and highly organized, with expertise in budgeting, planning, and time management.
- Committed to maintaining high ethical and professional standards while achieving personal and organizational productivity.
Benefits
All councils are equal opportunity employers. In addition to offering a competitive salary of ($60-70K commensurate with experience), Professional Scouting offers benefits to include major medical, prescription coverage, dental, vision, life-insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death, retirement plan, plus compensation for authorized and approved business-related expenses to include phone and mileage reimbursement. We also offer generous PTO policy and BSA holiday observances.
How to apply:
Qualified applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to odile.miranda@scouting.org. Only the most qualified applicants will be contacted.
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