Job Title: Snake River Fund – Director of Development

Location: 125 South King St. Jackson, WY 83001

Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round

Salary: $70,000-$80,000 DOE and with Performance Bonuses Available

Reports To: Executive Director

Background

The Snake River Fund is a private nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote stewardship of and public access to the Snake River watershed in Wyoming with an emphasis on education, partnerships, and public outreach. The Snake River Fund was born in 1998 and has since matured to be the leading voice for access advocacy and watershed stewardship in Northwest Wyoming. We have robust programs that connect folks with the water who wouldn’t otherwise have that opportunity and fight for the health of our rivers so that they may be enjoyed for generations to come.

Position Overview

The Snake River Fund’s Director of Development will help convert the Fund’s vision to reality through strategic fundraising initiatives and development efforts. The workload is diverse. It includes developing and implementing a comprehensive development plan, stewarding existing donors, processing donations, identifying new income streams, and working closely with staff and the Board of Directors to support the mission of the Snake River Fund. The ideal candidate will have experience in a non-profit fundraising position, a familiarity with and passion for the river recreation community of Northwest Wyoming, and the ability to build strong relationships with supporters and stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Snake River Fund prides itself on having a huge impact in our community despite having a relatively small staff. As such, for the Fund to be successful in fulfilling its mission the staff must work together and in support of each other and the Board. This results in duties to be defined and assigned. General duties, expectations, and responsibilities include:

• Fundraising Strategy: Work with staff and Board to develop and execute a strategic fundraising plan to meet the organization’s financial and strategic goals, including major gifts, annual giving, grants, and corporate partnerships.
• Grant Writing and Management: Identify and apply for grants from foundations, government agencies, corporations, and other organizations. Manage grant reporting and ensure compliance with all requirements.
• Donor Relations: Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, prospective donors, and funding partners. Acknowledge incoming donations. Implement strategies to grow and retain the donor base.
• Board Engagement: Work with the Board of Directors to identify and engage their networks for potential fundraising opportunities. Provide fundraising training and support to Board Members when appropriate.
• Fundraising Event Planning: Work closely with staff to plan, coordinate, and execute fundraising-specific events. Ensure events align with the organizational mission and fundraising goals.
• Public Speaking and Representation: Be willing to represent the Snake River Fund at public events, speaking engagements, and with the media to raise awareness about our work and fundraising needs
• Campaign Management: Oversee the planning and execution of fundraising campaigns and events. Collaborate with the team to design and implement effective outreach strategies.
• Communications: Work closely with staff to develop compelling public outreach materials including an annual report, campaign literature, social media content etc. All of which should effectively communicate the Fund’s mission and impact.
• Data Management: Utilize donor management systems to track and analyze fundraising performance, donor activity, and campaign outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in non-profit development and fundraising, with a proven track record of securing major gifts, grants, and corporate partnerships.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire donors and stakeholders. Excellent writing and presentation abilities.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of fundraising best practices, donor stewardship, and donor management systems. Experience with online fundraising platforms, social media, and digital marketing strategies to enhance donor outreach and engagement. Familiarity with river stewardship and access issues and opportunities in the Upper Snake River Watershed. Familiarity with the river community and its stakeholders or a strong willingness to learn. Experience as a river guide is a plus.
• Education: Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Non-Profit Management, Business Administration, the Sciences, or a related field. Advanced degree or certification in fundraising is a plus.
• Personal Qualities: Ability to self-direct and govern, ability to work collaboratively with a small and passionate staff, ability think creatively, willingness to perform duties as assigned. A strong personal commitment to the values and mission of the Snake River Fund, with enthusiasm for promoting river access and stewardship.

Learning, Safety, & Satisfaction

The Director of Development position requires an attitude for self-improvement and the ability to satisfy the goals of the Board, Executive Director, and constituency. The Director will be encouraged to improve their knowledge and skills through targeted professional development. The Snake River Fund is and equal opportunity employer dedicated to providing a safe workplace free from discrimination for all employees.

Terms of Employment

The Director of Development position is a full-time and year-round position. The position is salaried. Opportunities for employee to perform duties in-person and remotely are negotiable. Employment is at will and may be terminated at any time. Nothing in this job description shall be construed to amend, erode, or otherwise alter the fundamental at-will status of the Director of Development position.

Compensation & Benefits

• $70,000 – $80,000 per year DOE. Bi-weekly paid. Up to but not exceeding 2,080 hours/year.
• Performance Bonuses available at the discretion of the Board of Directors.
• Health Insurance Package
• Matching Retirement Contributions
• 8 standard holidays off, negotiable paid leave pending Executive Director approval.

The Director of Development is encouraged to join other staff, professional outfitting, and resource management partners for periodic river trips and field outings. The Snake River Fund is not responsible for any wear and tear, damage or loss that may be incurred to personal craft or other personal gear during such outings.

How to Apply

Submit a letter of interest and a resume including three professional references to careers@snakeriverfund.org with the subject line:
2024 DevelopmentDirectorApplication_[YourName]

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We plan on keeping this job posting up until we find the right candidate for the position. Anticipated start date is February 2025

The successful candidate may be asked to complete a pre-employment background check.