Sr. Director, Development - Non-Profit Fundraising Strategy

ASHLEY, INC.•Havre de Grace, MD

8d•$125,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Ashley Addiction Treatment is seeking a seasoned, strategic, results-oriented Senior Director of Development to lead its entire development function. Reporting to the Co-CEO & President, the role has full authority and accountability for fundraising strategy, departmental operations, staffing, budgets, performance, and results. The Senior Director directly supervises the Director of Major Gifts and all other Development personnel, providing strategic direction, coaching, performance evaluation, and accountability. The Director of Major Gifts retains day-to-day responsibility for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding their assigned donor portfolio within the department-wide strategy and goals set by the Senior Director. The Senior Director owns an integrated annual development plan aligned with organizational strategy, financial goals, and philanthropic priorities. The role establishes goals, forecasts, and performance measures across annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, corporate and foundation support, events, and special initiatives; directs fundraising priorities and resource allocation; and leads the transition from a completed capital campaign toward sustainable annual giving and future philanthropic growth. The position leads fundraising programs and donor engagement, oversees development operations and accountability, and serves as Ashley’s principal development leader and primary departmental partner to the Co-CEOs, Board, and Development Committee. The successful candidate combines executive credibility, strong people leadership, disciplined execution, and a record of measurable fundraising results. The position also requires modeling Ashley’s mission and values, protecting patient privacy and upholding HIPAA compliance, championing diversity, equity, and inclusion, and contributing with compassion and professionalism.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least seven years of progressively responsible nonprofit fundraising experience.
Direct supervision of professional fundraising staff.
Documented success leading integrated fundraising strategy and meeting measurable revenue goals across multiple giving channels.
Strong management, budgeting, forecasting, donor systems, and performance reporting capabilities.
Executive-level communication, sound judgment, discretion, relationship skills, and reliable follow-through.

Nice To Haves

Ten or more years of relevant experience.
Advanced degree or CFRE.
Healthcare, behavioral health, addiction treatment, or comparable mission-driven experience.
Capital campaign, planned giving, and major donor experience.
Familiarity with Maryland and greater Washington philanthropic communities.
Experience with Blackbaud donor management platforms, particularly Raiser's Edge NXT, and ability to use donor CRM systems for prospect management, reporting, stewardship, and fundraising performance analysis.

Responsibilities

Own and execute an integrated annual development plan aligned with organizational strategy, financial goals, and philanthropic priorities.
Establish goals, forecasts, and performance measures across annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, corporate and foundation support, events, and special initiatives.
Direct fundraising priorities and resource allocation, including support for patient assistance, research, program expansion, and capital needs.
Lead the transition from the completed capital campaign toward sustainable annual giving and future philanthropic growth.
Directly supervise, coach, evaluate, and hold accountable the Director of Major Gifts and all other Development staff.
Set individual and departmental goals, clarify decision rights and responsibilities, and conduct regular performance reviews.
Oversee major-gifts strategy, pipeline health, forecasting, and performance while enabling the Director of Major Gifts to manage their donor portfolio.
Build a collaborative, professional, high-performing team with effective communication and succession planning.
Direct annual giving, appeals, campaigns, fundraising events, donor recognition, and stewardship programs.
Provide leadership and accountability for major gift cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship through the Director of Major Gifts.
Develop corporate, foundation, community, alumni, family, and volunteer engagement opportunities with relevant teams.
Represent Ashley effectively with donors, prospects, and community partners.
Oversee donor systems, gift processing, prospect tracking, data integrity, reporting, and stewardship workflows.
Own the departmental budget, revenue forecasting, dashboards, and performance analysis.
Evaluate fundraising effectiveness, return on investment, and use of staff and financial resources.
Serve as Ashley’s principal development leader and primary departmental partner to the Co-CEOs, Board, and Development Committee.
Present concise, accurate performance reports, forecasts, risks, and recommendations.
Engage Board members in donor introductions, cultivation, and philanthropic opportunities.
Collaborate with Marketing, Finance, Alumni, Research, and clinical teams on cases for support.
Model and reinforce Ashley’s mission, values, and culture of excellence; protect patient privacy and uphold HIPAA compliance; champion diversity, equity, and inclusion; and contribute with compassion and professionalism.

Benefits

Generous PTO policy.
Up to seven paid holidays annually, based on hire date.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting the first of the month after hire.
Generous HRA contribution with medical plan enrollment.
401(k) with a $1-for-$1 company match up to 6%.
FSA eligibility for pre-tax savings.
Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability.
Buy-up life insurance with spouse and child coverage options.
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually after one year.
On-site gym, tranquil 1-mile walking loop, and discounts on massage and acupuncture services.
Perks and discounts through Life Mart, including movie tickets, theme parks, events, and online shopping.
Daily non-denominational services and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Employee events, an inclusive culture, and 147 acres of peaceful waterfront property.