Director of Development
- Employer
- Bridging
- Location
- Saint Paul, Minnesota
- Salary
- $95,000 - $110,000 per year
- Posted Date
- Jan 24, 2025
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- Position Type
- Fundraising, Capital Campaigns, Donor Relations, Fundraising Administration, Grant Seeking, Major Gifts
- Fields
- Community Development, Other Fields, Social Services
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Bridging seeks a visionary and strategic Director of Development to lead its fundraising, marketing and
communications initiatives. As a member of the leadership team, this role works closely with the Executive
Director and Board of Directors to advance the organization’s mission through effective donor cultivation,
stewardship, and engagement. This position oversees a dedicated team, manages budgets and goals, and
ensures alignment with Bridging’s mission and values.
This role is based in Roseville and reports to the Executive Director. Direct reports include the Development
Manager and Marketing Manager, with additional team members comprising a Donor Database
Administrator, Development Associate, contract Grant Writer, and part-time Communications Coordinator.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Development Leadership
• Establish and oversee annual fundraising goals (~$3M) and budgets in partnership with the Executive
Director and board of directors.
• Develop multi-year strategic fundraising growth plans to ensure sustainability and impact.
• Collaborate with team leaders to manage annual Development and Communications strategies,
ensuring seamless execution and alignment with organizational goals.
• Lead bi-monthly Development Team meetings and drive a culture of Community-Centric Fundraising.
Major Donor and Planned Giving Stewardship
• Cultivate relationships with major donors, identifying opportunities for growth and engagement.
• Oversee Planned Giving strategies and lead any future capital or special campaign fundraising
initiatives.
Corporate Sponsorships
• Partner with the Development Manager and Director of Strategic Partnerships to identify and secure
new sponsorships.
• Develop and implement an organizational sponsorship program to drive year-round engagement.
Foundation Engagement
• Oversee grant preparation, submission, and reporting in collaboration with the Contract Grant Writer
and Development Manager.
• Build and maintain relationships with foundation funders, exploring opportunities for new grants.
Team and Organizational Leadership
• Supervise and mentor the Development Manager and Marketing Manager, fostering a collaborative
and high-performing team.
• Represent Bridging at community events and public speaking engagements.
• Serve as a role model, leader, and contributor for Bridging’s strong organizational culture.
Event Creation and Management
• Oversee event growth
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
• Deep commitment to Bridging’s vision, mission, and values.
• At least 7 years of experience in fundraising leadership, managing strategies with consistent year-over-
year growth.
• 5+ years in organizational leadership and department management.
• Demonstrate a commitment and focus on community-centric fundraising
• Proven expertise in managing a major gifts portfolio ($25,000+) and driving donor engagement strategies.
• Strong knowledge of the Twin Cities philanthropic landscape and the ability to build meaningful
connections.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a relationship-driven approach to leadership.
• Demonstrated commitment to DEIB principles, with experience fostering inclusive environments.
• Strong project management skills and proficiency in donor database systems (Raiser’s Edge NXT
preferred).
CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS
Along with meeting the career requirements and job specifications, there are some critical success factors that
will enable the ideal candidate to be successful in this role. They are as follows:
• Growth Mindset: Leverage resources creatively and continuously seek improvement opportunities.
• Flexibility: Adapt to changing circumstances with ease and confidence.
• Strategic Thinking: Drive creativity and innovation to achieve long-term organizational goals.
• People-Focused Leadership: Build strong, collaborative relationships with all stakeholders.
• Team Development: Inspire and empower the Development and Marketing teams to achieve excellence.
• Stewardship: Understands the limitations of financial, time, and people resources and maximizes the
return on investment for all actions and decisions.
• Cultural Humility/DEIB Leadership: Enter intercultural relationships with humility, prepared to listen,
learn, follow their lead, and adapt our methods and practices to achieve mutual benefit. Create a diverse,
equitable, inclusive environment based on respect, trust, and service.
COMPENSATION
The annual salary range for this role is $95,000 to $110,000, commensurate with qualifications and
experience. Bridging offers competitive benefits including, but not limited to:
• Group Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance (Basic and Voluntary)
• 401k retirement with employer match
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Educational Training
• Bridging Clothing Allowance
CONTACT
David Edgerton Jr. of The DEJ Group has been exclusively retained for this search. To express your interest in
this role, please submit your cover letter and resume via email to search@thedejgroup.com. All inquiries and
discussions will be considered strictly confidential.
ABOUT THE DEJ GROUP
The DEJ Group is a national retained executive search and recruiting firm that works to connect exceptional
diverse talent with exceptional inclusive companies. We deliver measurable results, finding exceptionally
talented people who truly fit the unique culture of our client organizations and ensuring that organizations
have the resources and strategies to support them. For more information about The DEJ Group, visit
thedejgroup.com.
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