Salary will be between $65,000 to $71,000 (based on experience), plus insurance and time off benefits

Easterseals Florida is seeking a Senior Director of Development to lead strategic efforts in increasing financial support and community awareness for our programs and services in Hillsborough County and greater Tampa area. This role involves planning and executing fundraising activities, engaging with stakeholders, and fostering relationships to meet fundraising goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement fundraising plans to secure corporate, organizational, and foundation gifts
• Manage fundraising infrastructure to support various giving strategies, stewardship, and donor data management
  
• Organize and execute annual signature events
  
• Identify, recruit, and develop candidates for the local advisory board
  
• Participate in community networking events and personally solicit donors

What we offer:

• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time
• Employee assistance program and supplemental insurance policies403B savings plan and wellness program
• Work-life balance and the opportunity to make a difference in the community

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Fundraising goal achievement and relevant experience
• Dynamic leadership and supervisory skills
• CFRE certification desirable
• Non-profit experience preferred
• Ability to work independently and meet driving qualifications
• Event planning and sponsorship solicitation experience
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe, Canva, and donor database software
• Detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Available for evening and weekend events when needed
• Ability to meet our approved driver qualifications in order to drive your personal vehicle, as required, to drive to meetings and for other business-related needs (minimum age of 21 and good driving history)

Easterseals Florida has been rated a 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 Great Place to Work by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.

Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP) (including medical marijuana).

Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at (407) 629-7881, hr@fl.easterseals.com, 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.