Chief Advancement Architect for Autism Impact

Autism Treatment Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Autism Treatment Center (ATC) seeks a visionary Chief Advancement Officer to lead its comprehensive fundraising and donor relations strategy. You will partner with the President & CEO and Board to advance major gifts, annual giving, and institutional partnerships, driving sustainable growth for ATC's mission.

As a senior leadership member, you will build a high-performing advancement team, ensure ethical fundraising practices, and craft compelling cases for support that expand ATC’s impact

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or credentials preferred.
• At least 10 years of fundraising and development experience, including major gifts and institutional philanthropy.
• Proven success securing significant philanthropic commitments.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing advancement teams.
• Experience collaborating with CEOs, boards, volunteers, and other senior stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of fundraising principles, donor cultivation, moves management, and stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive, multi-year advancement strategy aligned with organizational priorities.
• Lead major gifts, institutional giving, corporate and foundation relations, and donor stewardship.
• Expand donor base and community engagement, including campaigns and special initiatives.
• Partner with the CEO and Board to articulate compelling cases for support and impact.
• Oversee advancement operations, communications, events, and donor relations.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Relationship building

Fundraising excellence

Executive presence

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Donor stewardship

Mission alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree or credentials

Job description

The Autism Treatment Center (ATC) seeks a visionary Chief Advancement Officer to lead its comprehensive fundraising and donor relations strategy. You will partner with the President & CEO and Board to advance major gifts, annual giving, and institutional partnerships, driving sustainable growth for ATC's mission.

As a senior leadership member, you will build a high-performing advancement team, ensure ethical fundraising practices, and craft compelling cases for support that expand ATC’s impact