Director of Development

The Development Director is responsible for the 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 as “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.

The Development Director is a member of the YSO’s senior management team and provides key strategic advice and input to assist the Executive Director in supplying the vision and information needed to adopt constructive, progressive, and practical plans for the continued financial development of the organization and the continued enrichment of the musical life of the community. In short, the Development Director shall be responsible for the development, management, implementation, and evaluation of an overall fund-raising program.