Development Director

REPORTS TO: Executive Director
HOURS: Full-time
The Development Director is responsible for leadership, strategic direction, management, and coordination of all fundraising efforts that increase the York Symphony Orchestra’s financial support from individuals, corporations, foundations, and other sources – commonly referred to “contributed income”. This position is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting all types of donors. (Monthly, one-time, legacy/major, etc.) Responsibilities include establishing and maintaining strong donor relationships, researching, and identifying new funding opportunities (corporate, foundation and individual), developing, and maintaining close working relationships with the philanthropic community, individual and corporate donors, board members, staff, and volunteers. In conjunction with the Development Committee of the Board of Directors, the Development Director shall be responsible for the development, management, implementation, and evaluation of an overall fund-raising program.

Fund Raising and Development
• Guide the activities of the Board and staff in establishing goals for all fund-raising campaigns including, but not limited to, the Annual Fund, Holiday Appeal, Give Local York, Endowment Campaign, Planned Giving, Corporate Sponsorship, Advertisers, Grant Writing, Monthly Giving, and any other fund-raising related opportunities.
• Work with the Executive Director, Philanthropy Director, and Development Committee of the YSO Board to set goals for the Annual Fund.

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COMPENSATION
Full-time salary commensurate with experience ($68,000 - $75,000)
Generous PTO Package Available to Full-Time Staff

EFFECTIVE DATE
Immediate upon engagement
Please submit the following in PDF format only via email:
o Cover letter
o Resume (include 3-4 references with email and phone numbers)
o Salary history/requirements/expectations
Email to: awise@yorksymphony.org