Foundation Director - Library Fundraising & Donor Relations

Hamilton East Public Library|; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Hamilton East Public Library is seeking a dynamic Foundation Director to lead the HEPL Foundation's fundraising, donor engagement, and daily operations. This leadership role partners with the Library Director/CEO, the Foundation Board, and the Library Board of Trustees to grow private support and sustain programs that serve our community.

The Foundation Director will design and implement a comprehensive fundraising program including annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, corporate and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation and ability to travel locally.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and donor database or CRM systems.
• Background, education, and driving record checks completed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising program (annual giving, major gifts, grants, events, endowment).
• Build, cultivate, and steward donor relationships with engagement and communication.
• Oversee day-to-day Foundation operations: budgeting, gift processing, grants, and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with Library leadership and boards to set fundraising priorities and recruit Foundation Board members.
• Represent the Foundation at library, board, and community meetings and events.
• Oversee communications, donor stewardship, and volunteer engagement.
• Maintain donor records, prepare board reports and filings.

Skills

Relationship building

Fundraising

Donor engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

Hamilton East Public Library is seeking a dynamic Foundation Director to lead the HEPL Foundation's fundraising, donor engagement, and daily operations. This leadership role partners with the Library Director/CEO, the Foundation Board, and the Library Board of Trustees to grow private support and sustain programs that serve our community.

The Foundation Director will design and implement a comprehensive fundraising program including annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, corporate and