Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000
Job Summary:
Who We Are:
Groundswell Conservancy is a nonprofit land-protection organization in Madison, WI. Our mission is to protect special places, forever. We want everyone to live in a world filled with green places where communities thrive. We are a nationally accredited, results-oriented organization that serves Dane County and the surrounding region of southcentral Wisconsin. Learn more about us at https://groundswellconservancy.org.
The Opportunity:
Groundswell seeks an experienced fundraising professional who is energized by the prospect of joining its team, which has a proven commitment to fundraising and a shared passion for conservation. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, organized, outgoing, innately curious individual who embodies empathy and enjoys developing and maintaining close relationships with supporters.
What You’ll Do:
The Director of Major & Planned Gifts (DMPG), working closely with the Executive Director, Development Coordinator, and a Development Committee, is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing Groundswell’s development plan to support its programs and operations. They will create and build relationships with individuals, businesses, foundations, and partners to secure funding to meet our $1.2M operating budget. They will directly solicit and secure major gifts with a portfolio of prospective and leadership donors ($1,000+). They will promote and solicit planned gifts and steward relationships with existing Legacy Circle members. They will involve and engage staff and board members in donor cultivation and stewardship, continuing a culture of philanthropy within Groundswell.
Salary and Benefits:
This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position. The salary range is $80,000 to $90,000 annually depending on qualifications. Benefits include:
Full job description can be found at: https://groundswellconservancy.org/careers/.
How to Apply:
Please email a resume, three references, and a cover letter to admin@groundswellconservancy.org. Please include Director of Major & Planned Gifts Application in the subject line.
The hiring team will begin reviewing and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis as soon as December 9, 2024. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.