Director of Development — Parks & Community Impact

Milwaukee Parks Foundation; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

SIMPLE IRA (3% match)

Flexible time

2 virtual workdays per week

Competitive PTO package

Laptop computer and cell phone

Job summary

Milwaukee Parks Foundation seeks a Director of Development to lead a strategic fundraising program that sustains MPF's mission to steward Milwaukee County Parks. You will oversee donor relationships, grants, events, and fundraising strategy in partnership with the Executive Director.

The role includes driving a three-year plan to raise $3–4M annually, building a durable development department, and engaging volunteers and major donors across Milwaukee.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management or related field.
• 5–10 years fundraising experience with major gifts.
• CFRE credential preferred.
• Strong relationship management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead donor relationship management and fundraising planning.
• Oversee grants calendar, reporting, and submissions.
• Plan and execute Go Green for Parks and other events.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive development plan.
• Collaborate with Executive Director on campaigns and board relations.

Skills

Donor relationships

Fundraising

Grant writing

Event planning

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management

CFRE credential

Tools

Blackbaud eTapestry

Job description

Milwaukee Parks Foundation seeks a Director of Development to lead a strategic fundraising program that sustains MPF's mission to steward Milwaukee County Parks. You will oversee donor relationships, grants, events, and fundraising strategy in partnership with the Executive Director.

The role includes driving a three-year plan to raise $3–4M annually, building a durable development department, and engaging volunteers and major donors across Milwaukee.