Director of Development

LEARN Charter School Network is seeking a Director of Development to partner with the Chief Development Officer in executing the organization's fundraising strategy, growing the Development team, and personally cultivating major gifts. The Director will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies, cultivating relationships with donors, foundations, and corporate partners, and leading the Development team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of securing high-value gifts and grants across multiple channels, with strong leadership, mentorship, and communication skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree a plus
• 5-7 years of professional fundraising experience
• Proven record of securing significant gifts ($100K+)
• Existing network of donors and funding sources
• Leadership in building and developing a high-performing fundraising team
• Hands-on experience across individual, corporate, foundation, and planned giving channels
• Executive presence with exceptional communication and relationship-building skills

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation, personal days, sick days and paid holidays
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid life insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 4.5% Employer Contribution to 403B + 4.5% matching as eligible