Development Manager at The Summit Center

Town of Amherst, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Oct, 26

Salary

76000.0

Posted On

18 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fundraising, Grant writing, Donor communications, Digital fundraising, Direct mail campaigns, Sponsorship solicitation, Donor management, Community outreach, Event execution, Leadership, Bloomerang, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Join Our Team and Make a Difference Every Day Position: Development Manager Pay: $55,000 - $76,000 Location: Amherst, NY Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 37.5 hrs./week for full time The Summit Center is Western New York’s leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team. Why Work With Us? * Up to 42 days of paid time off * 14–16 paid holidays annually * Potential for annual raises and profit sharing * Health, dental, and vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year) * 401K with up to 4% employer match * Life and long-term disability insurance Your Impact as the Development Manager The Development Manager is a key fundraising professional responsible for executing annual giving campaigns, donor communications, grant writing, and digital fundraising programs. This role manages three direct mail campaigns annually, solicits Summit Autism Walk and Summit Gala sponsorships, coordinates giving day initiatives, and grows the monthly giving program. * Support the philosophy and shared values of the organization * Work closely with the Assistant Director/Director of Development to advance the mission of Summit through fundraising, communications, and community outreach * Provide leadership, guidance, and day-to-day supervision to the Community Engagement & Events Coordinator and Development Coordinator, fostering professional growth, accountability, and alignment with The Summit Center's mission and shared values * Lead annual fund initiatives, including direct mail campaigns, giving days, external employee giving, and mid-level stewardship * Manage donor engagement programs and assist with community outreach * Collaborate with Assistant Director/Director of Development on grant writing and reporting, responsible for grants

Responsibilities

The Development Manager executes annual giving campaigns, manages donor communications, and oversees grant writing and digital fundraising programs. The role also involves supervising the Community Engagement & Events Coordinator and Development Coordinator to advance the organization's mission.