Associate Director of Development

Seattle Humane•Bellevue, WA

2d•$115,000 - $125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Seattle Humane strengthens the bond between people and pets through adoption, education, community programs, and compassionate care. As one of the Pacific Northwest's leading animal welfare organizations, Seattle Humane is guided by a bold strategic vision, ambitious growth goals, and a commitment to creating a more humane community for animals and the people who love them. Position Summary Seattle Humane seeks a collaborative, strategic, and relationship-centered fundraising leader to help advance our mission through transformational philanthropy, donor engagement, and team leadership. As a member of the Development Leadership Team, the Associate Director of Development provides leadership for Seattle Humane's major gifts and planned giving programs. This individual directly leads a team of approximately three frontline fundraising professionals, including Major Gifts Officers and the Planned Giving Officer, while maintaining a select portfolio of major donors and prospects. Success in this role will be measured by philanthropic growth, donor engagement, team development, operational effectiveness, and the ability to build meaningful partnerships that advance Seattle Humane's mission and strategic priorities. The Associate Director partners closely with the Development Director, executive leadership, board members, volunteers, donors, and community stakeholders to strengthen Seattle Humane's culture of philanthropy and long-term fundraising success. We recognize that exceptional leaders come from many different professional, educational, volunteer, and lived experiences. If you are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply even if your background does not align perfectly with every experience listed below.

Requirements

Building relationships that generate engagement, philanthropy, partnerships, growth, or community impact.
Leading people, projects, programs, initiatives, or organizational priorities with accountability for outcomes.
Developing and implementing strategies that drive fundraising success, business development, partnership development, or mission advancement.
Coaching, mentoring, and developing others.
Working effectively across diverse communities, perspectives, and lived experiences.
Using data, technology, and strategic thinking to inform decisions and improve outcomes.
Collaborating with senior leaders, board members, volunteers, donors, community stakeholders, or other key partners.
Managing multiple priorities while maintaining strong communication, organization, and follow-through.

Nice To Haves

Relationship-centered leadership.
Empathy, emotional intelligence, and sound judgment.
Curiosity, adaptability, and continuous learning.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
Inclusive leadership and cultural humility.
Commitment to equity, accessibility, and belonging.
Passion for Seattle Humane's mission and impact.

Responsibilities

Build meaningful relationships with donors, supporters, volunteers, and community partners that increase engagement, retention, and philanthropic investment.
Expand a sustainable pipeline of major gift and planned giving prospects that supports long-term organizational growth.
Secure significant philanthropic investments that advance Seattle Humane's strategic priorities and mission impact.
Own and manage portfolio including prospect management
Foster a culture of philanthropy that deepens connection to Seattle Humane's work and inspires generosity.
Lead, coach, and support a team of approximately three frontline fundraising professionals.
Foster a culture of belonging, accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning where team members can thrive and grow professionally.
Support hiring, onboarding, development, succession planning, and performance management efforts that strengthen team effectiveness and retention.
Develop fundraising strategies, systems, and processes that strengthen donor engagement, improve performance, and support long-term sustainability.
Use data, insights, and forecasting to guide decision-making and evaluate progress toward fundraising goals.
Serve as a trusted partner to colleagues, board members, volunteers, donors, and community stakeholders.
Ensure donor portfolios, fundraising activities, and relationship strategies are managed effectively and consistently.
Promote strong stewardship practices, data integrity, and effective use of fundraising systems.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement that enhance fundraising effectiveness and donor experience.
Represent Seattle Humane in ways that strengthen community engagement, philanthropic support, and organizational visibility.