Director, Development — NYC Growth & Partnerships

Per Scholas; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays & PTO

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Per Scholas seeks a Director of Development to lead fundraising for the NYC campus, with potential broader NYC scope. You will drive revenue via corporate partnerships, foundations, individuals, and government contracts, while coordinating with campus leadership and national teams to achieve expansion goals.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, multi-market collaboration, and a track record of securing at least $5M annually. NYC-area funding knowledge is a plus; travel is expected.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive revenue-generating experience in fundraising or partnerships.
• Proven track record securing multi-year gifts and diverse funding streams.
• Strong knowledge of NYC philanthropic and corporate community.

Responsibilities

• Generate revenue from a direct portfolio to meet annual fundraising goals.
• Advance government funding opportunities and coordinate with public sector partners.
• Collaborate with national teams on multi-market opportunities and local growth.
• Coordinate local fundraising activity with campus leadership and national teams.

Skills

Revenue generation

Corporate partnerships

Fundraising strategy

Relationship management

Government funding

CRM (Salesforce)

Travel 15-20%

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Per Scholas seeks a Director of Development to lead fundraising for the NYC campus, with potential broader NYC scope. You will drive revenue via corporate partnerships, foundations, individuals, and government contracts, while coordinating with campus leadership and national teams to achieve expansion goals.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, multi-market collaboration, and a track record of securing at least $5M annually. NYC-area funding knowledge is a plus; travel is expected.