Development Director

KCBX, Central Coast Public Radio; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 64,500 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-licensed radio station in San Luis Obispo seeks a Development Director to ensure fundraising income growth. This full-time role involves creating strategies, managing donor relationships, and executing fundraising events. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of non-profit fundraising experience. The salary range is $64,500–$80,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in non-profit fundraising or development, preferably in a public media organization.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and work collaboratively.
• Proficiencies in database functions and web/e-mail communications.

Responsibilities

• Set and achieve annual and multi-year revenue goals.
• Develop and implement solicitation and stewardship strategies.
• Plan and oversee events and activities to connect with donors.

Skills

Non-profit fundraising experience

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strategic thinking

Database management proficiency

Event planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

Social media

Job description

KCBX is seeking a dynamic individual for the role of Development Director. With the elimination of federal funding for public radio, the Development Director plays a crucial role in ensuring fundraising income growth that secures the long-term financial stability of KCBX.

Reporting to the CEO, the Development Director is responsible for creating and executing fundraising strategies, building donor and community relationships, and managing fundraising activities and events. This is a full-time position, based at the KCBX offices.

About KCBX

Founded in 1975, KCBX is a community-licensed non-commercial radio station operated by professional staff and community volunteers. KCBX is a cultural resource that exists to enlighten and enrich the quality of life for our listeners and users, especially on the Central Coast of California.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Set and achieve, in collaboration with the CEO, annual and multi-year revenue goals.
• Develop and implement solicitation, cultivation and stewardship strategies that build loyalty and affinity with existing and new donors.
• Grow and manage a strong, established annual and sustaining giving program.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward mid and major donors.
• Oversee and direct the coordination of solicitations, including on-air fund drives and direct mail, e-mail and personal solicitations.
• Independently manage and maintain donor database, online giving, gift payment processing and acknowledgment, and pledge fulfillment.
• Oversee development and general station communications, including the execution of digital and social media strategies.
• Plan and oversee events and activities that build donor and community connect.
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with KCBX staff and volunteers to model and bolster the spirit of teamwork and collegiality.
• Work with CEO on special projects, fundraising, and other duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or equivalent experience in a related field such as marketing, communications, or public relations.
• Three or more years’ experience in non-profit fundraising or development, preferably in a public media organization.
• Proven experience in a broad range of development activities, including annual and major giving, donor cultivation and stewardship, planned giving, special events, grant writing, public relations and marketing.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and work collaboratively to inspire, motivate and focus others to meet goals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and a commitment to the core values of public radio/media.
• Proficiencies in database functions, Excel, Word, mail merges, social media, web and e-mail communications.
• Reliable personal transportation, valid driver’s license, and state required automobile insurance minimums.
• A sense of humor and creativity.

Salary range: $64,500 - $80,000, commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

Send a cover letter, resume, supporting documentation and salary expectations to: Chris McBride, Assistant General Manager at [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity: KCBX, Inc provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We do so without regard to any classification or characteristic protected by law.