Director of Resource Development

The Arc of Howard County•Ellicott City, MD

3d•$85,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Resource Development advances The Arc of Howard County’s mission by implementing its fundraising strategy and increasing philanthropic revenue from individual, corporate, foundation, and government sources. Working closely with the Executive Director and a remote fundraising coach/consultant, the Director drives the organization’s development programs and builds a sustainable funding pipeline to support short- and long-term needs. The role oversees annual fund individual giving, corporate and foundation giving, government grants, and key events. This full-time position is based in a professional office environment and in the community. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with some flexibility for occasional meetings outside regular office hours and after-hours events. The role routinely uses standard office equipment and requires the ability to drive. The Arc of Howard County expects employees to uphold standards for abuse prevention, mandated reporting, person-centered planning, and protection of vulnerable individuals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combined education and experience (3 to 5 years).
At least 5 years of experience in fundraising, external communications, public relations, community engagement, or sales.
A proven record of cultivating relationships and securing funding commitments from individuals, foundations, and corporations, with at least 3 to 5 years of progressive advancement experience.
Excellent writing and editing skills, particularly philanthropic writing such as foundation and grant applications.
Strong leadership skills, including strategic thinking and project management.
Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
High emotional and social intelligence and fluency.
Ability to work independently and collegially with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
Appreciation for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
Flexibility to support after-hours events.
Ability to drive.
Ability to sit, walk, and stand; communicate in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds.
Vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) certification.
Knowledge of Donor Perfect software and database migration.
Knowledge of the Howard County, Maryland philanthropic landscape.

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage development activities, including annual giving, corporate giving and sponsorships, foundations, government grants and contracts, and grant systems.
Work with the Executive Director and remote consulting team to implement a fundraising strategy and establish realistic, ambitious goals.
Serve as a spokesperson, social architect, and connector to the organization’s mission.
Plan and execute organizational events, including the Gala/Open House, Golf Fundraiser, Celebration of Excellence, Holiday Celebration, and Staff Appreciation Days.
Oversee foundation, grant, and corporate application opportunities and develop a system for timely grant reporting, serving as grant writer with project-management support from fundraising consultants.
Collaborate with the contract communications consultant on external communications, including the newsletter, annual report, and social media.
Work with fundraising consultants to maintain reliable donor data through effective data systems and processes for updating information.
Manage an assigned donor portfolio.
Select and build the Resource Development Committee of the Board of Directors.
Ensure donors receive thoughtful stewardship, timely gift acknowledgments, and cultivation opportunities.
Manage in-kind donations, including solicitation and stewardship.
Manage and coordinate volunteers.
Serve as staff liaison to various committees and support the board, executive staff, and other staff and board relationship managers to improve communication and collaboration.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.