Director of Development & Community Partnerships

Access-Services; Bethlehem (Northampton County); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Access Services in Bethlehem, PA seeks a Director of Development to lead a diversified fundraising program and build authentic partnerships across donors, foundations, and community partners. The role drives strategy, grants, events, and donor stewardship in a hybrid, travel‑heavy environment.

The ideal candidate will have 7–10 years of leadership in development, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong CRM/data skills to inform decisions and demonstrate impact.

Qualifications

• Lead and develop a comprehensive development strategy focused on donor engagement and long-term partnerships.
• Cultivate and steward relationships with individual donors, foundations, and community partners.
• Communicate mission, impact, and priorities to external stakeholders with clarity.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and fundraising strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Cultivate donor relationships and secure philanthropic support.
• Oversee grant strategy, reporting, and funder stewardship.
• Plan and lead development events and community engagement activities.
• Drive revenue growth through donor engagement while aligning with budgets.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Donor relations

Strategic leadership

CRM systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CRM Systems

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Access Services in Bethlehem, PA seeks a Director of Development to lead a diversified fundraising program and build authentic partnerships across donors, foundations, and community partners. The role drives strategy, grants, events, and donor stewardship in a hybrid, travel‑heavy environment.

The ideal candidate will have 7–10 years of leadership in development, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong CRM/data skills to inform decisions and demonstrate impact.