Development Officer

Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum•Denver, CO

4d•$60,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Development Officer is responsible for managing and growing Wings Over the Rockies' annual fund program and corporate partnerships up to $5,000. This role leads the organization's individual donor cultivation and stewardship at the annual giving level, manages key fundraising campaigns, and builds corporate relationships that support the museum's mission. The Development Officer works closely with the Director of Development to advance a culture of philanthropy across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, or related field; or equivalent experience
Minimum 2-3 years of experience in sales, nonprofit fundraising, development, or donor relations
Demonstrated experience managing fundraising campaigns or donor portfolios
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience with donor management or CRM systems
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Self-starter with a proactive, ownership-oriented approach to work

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in nonprofit management, philanthropy, or related field
Experience with Altru or similar fundraising CRM
Familiarity with aviation, aerospace, science, or cultural institutions
Experience building or growing an annual fund program

Responsibilities

Own and manage all annual fund campaigns
Develop and execute campaign strategies, timelines, and messaging in collaboration with the Director of Development and Chief Marketing Officer
Build on existing annual fund campaigns to grow donor participation, retention, and revenue year over year
Identify, cultivate, and steward individual donors giving up to $5,000
Track and analyze campaign performance and donor metrics to inform future strategy
Manage acknowledgment and stewardship for all annual fund donors in accordance with organizational communication standards
Identify, cultivate, and manage corporate sponsors and partners at the up to $5,000 level
Secure and steward sponsorships for the Space Race 5K and Annual Fundraiser (Spreading Wings Gala) at the up to $5,000 level
Support programmatic funding relationships up to $5,000, connecting corporate partners to mission-aligned programs
Develop and deliver sponsorship proposals, agreements, and benefit fulfillment for all corporate partners in portfolio
Ensure all corporate partners receive timely, accurate, and meaningful stewardship
Respond to all inbound donor and partner inquiries within one business day
Send thank-you communications to all donors and partners
Conduct proactive outreach to all active donors and partners on a regular cadence leading with gratitude and impact
Represent Wings Over the Rockies at networking and community events to build pipeline and visibility
Log all donor and partner contacts, interactions, agreements, and pipeline activity in Altru
Maintain accurate and current records for all donors and partners in portfolio
Generate and review reports to track campaign progress, donor activity, and pipeline health
Adhere to all organizational data standards and communication protocols
Work closely with the Director of Development on strategy, priorities, and portfolio management
Collaborate with Marketing on campaign materials, messaging, and donor communications
Partner with the Development Coordinator on administrative support, mailings, and event logistics
Contribute to a positive, mission-driven team culture