Director of Development

Job Description

Job Overview:

The Director of Development is responsible for managing activities related to the analysis, planning, execution, control, and evaluation of revenue-generating strategies as it relates to fundraising. Works closely with the Development Committee of Board of Directors, as well as CEO and select executive staff members for all fundraising programs designed to support and grow the mission of Firefly Autism. Serves as a thought leader to plan and execute every aspect of Firefly Autism’s development. Build strong donor and community relations to enhance diversified funding streams. Serve as a member of the senior leadership team providing input into the strategic direction of the organization.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or graduate degree from an accredited college/university
• At least three years of fundraising program development and implementation experience in nonprofit realm
• Demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates creative and innovative thinking.
• Computer literacy.
• Demonstrates excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates ongoing professional development to drive Firefly Autism’s mission.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style.
• Demonstrates an awareness and understanding of nonprofit businesses culture.
• Exceptional customer service, program development and marketing skills.
• Able to exercise independent judgment and support program philosophy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge surrounding autism spectrum disorder and/or other neurodivergent conditions.
  
  

Benefit Highlights:

• Up to fourteen (14) days of vacation in your first year of employment and increases with tenure.
• Twelve (12) paid federal Holidays.
• Medical/Dental/Vision (50% employer paid)
• 100% company paid Life/LTD Insurance (option to enroll in additional coverage at minimal cost)
• 401(k) match
• Fall and winter break.
• Company sponsored annual events.
• Education reimbursement for learning and development to assist and allow you to thrive and do your best work!
• Employee referral bonus
  
  

Salary Range:

$78,000 - $80,000

Why Work at Firefly Autism

Firefly Autism began its non-profit mission in 2003 to Celebrate the lives of children on the autism spectrum. Our values are our people, backed by our philosophy. With collaboration from families and other providers, we deliver services through individualized behavioral plans and instructional goals that meet the client’s interests, values, and support needs. At Firefly Autism, we believe in using the principles of assent-based and values-based practices to ensure a person-centered approach to Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Firefly Autism our work matters, and so does each one of our valued team members. Thus, we are committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse group of employees at all levels of support and operation. We strive to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, equality, communication, understanding, and acceptance. We encourage applications from wide range of backgrounds, including women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, neuro-divergent individuals, persons within the LGBTQ community.

We recognize that diversity inspires innovation. Thus, we welcome and celebrate team members regardless of their race, ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and unique abilities to contribute to our mission and core values. Our unique experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our clients.

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