Senior Development Officer or Development Officer

Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Wellness program

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k)

FSAs & HSAs

Job summary

Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking a Development Officer to manage a donor portfolio and lead campaigns that drive annual gifts from $1,000 to $10,000+. The role reports to a Director, Managed Campaigns and may be hired at Senior Development Officer or Development Officer depending on experience.

You will cultivate donors, solicit gifts, plan events, and collaborate with volunteers to expand the federation’s annual campaign and legacy giving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3+ years experience in fundraising or nonprofit work preferred, or equivalent combination.
• Superior customer service and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, oral, public speaking).
• Passion for the Jewish community and Israel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategy for assigned managed campaigns to meet Annual Campaign goals.
• Identify prospects and cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts from donors.
• Coordinate fundraising opportunities, programs, and events in assigned communities.
• Manage a portfolio of ~200 households and conduct ~80 meetings annually.
• Collaborate with volunteers and colleagues to support Federation events and campaigns.

Skills

Donor cultivation

Donor stewardship

Prospect research

Public speaking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM systems

Event planning software

Job description

Organization Summary:

Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that mobilizes the community to care for those in need, activate Jewish life, safeguard the people of Israel, and combat antisemitism and hatred locally and in more than 70 countries worldwide. Each year, Federation engages thousands of donors and volunteers to generate tens of millions of dollars in philanthropic support, sustaining a network that delivers critical services, builds community, and responds to urgent challenges. Staff play a direct role in advancing this work across the Palm Beaches and beyond.

Position Summary

The Development Officer is responsible for managing a diverse donor portfolio, cultivating and soliciting donors and prospects for annual gifts in the $1,000-$10,000+ range. The Development Officer manages the strategy and execution of assigned managed campaigns, which may include local gated communities and other donor segments, to drive increased Annual Campaign results. The Development Officer works closely with individuals from all backgrounds to support Federation through its Annual Campaign and Legacy Giving.

Reporting to a Director, Managed Campaigns, the Development Officer operates autonomously as well as in collaboration with colleagues and Federation volunteers. Federation may hire this position at either the Senior Development Officer or Development Officer level depending on the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate, as well as organizational needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Fundraising Strategy and Campaign Management

Percentage of Time: 30%

• Develop and execute strategy for assigned managed campaigns to meet Annual Campaign fundraising goals.
• Coordinate fundraising opportunities, programs, and events in assigned communities.
• Recruit and provide professional leadership to fundraising and engagement committees, working closely with lay leadership to achieve fundraising goals.

Gift Cultivation and Solicitation

Percentage of Time: 40%

• Manage a tailored fundraising portfolio of approximately 200 households with the intention of cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding annual gifts in the $1,000-$10,000+ range.
• Identify prospects with the capacity to make major and leadership gifts ($25,000+) to Federation and collaborate with colleagues on donor strategy and solicitation.
• Pursue a robust set of frontline fundraising activities including prospect and donor visits, solicitations, and successful gift closures.
• Deepen relationships and attain an in-depth understanding of donors’ and prospects' philanthropic inclinations, capacity, and motivations through approximately 80 in-person and virtual meetings annually.

Innovation and Program Support

Percentage of Time: 30%

• Collaborate with colleagues and support all fundraising initiatives and Federation events.
• Partner with local agencies and stakeholders to understand priorities and opportunities to engage donors and prospects.
• Identify approaches to expand reach among donor community, Seek out applies, and shares knowledge of fundraising trends and innovations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Success Factors

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3+ years experience in a professional field required, fundraising or non-profit experience preferred, or equivalent combination of relevant education, experience and skills required.
• Superior customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail; able to organize, prioritize and execute responsibilities as well as manage multiple projects
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, oral, and public speaking)
• Passion for the Jewish community, Israel and familiarity with Jewish calendar and lifecycle

JFPBC strongly encourages applications from individuals with varied identities and backgrounds. As an equal opportunity employer, all individuals are encouraged to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, veteran status, financial status, or any other class protected under federal, state, or local laws.

Work Environment:

Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County is committed to creating a workplace where employees feel supported, valued, and connected to our mission. Our offices are located in a beautiful facility in West Palm Beach, providing a professional and welcoming environment for both staff and visitors. The building is secured during business hours with dedicated safety personnel to help ensure a safe and supportive workplace.

Federation prioritizes employee well-being and professional growth through a collaborative culture and a dedicated employee wellness program that promotes physical, mental, and emotional health. Employees also benefit from a wide range of professional development opportunities, including in-house courses through Federation University, cross-departmental trainings, conference participation, professional certifications, and involvement in fellowships and leadership cohorts.

Employees of the Federation also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Health & Wellness Benefits
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision plans
• Disability and life insurance coverage
• A dedicated employee wellness program focused on overall well-being
• Time Off & Work-Life Balance
• Generous paid time off
• Paid Jewish and U.S. holidays
• Early office closings on Fridays in observance of Shabbat
• Early closings on many holiday eves
• Financial Benefits
• 401 (k) retirement plan with employer contribution
• pre-tax benefits including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Pay Rate:

We benchmark our salary ranges for new hires in relation to the role, level, and role location; however, we consider a multitude of factors, to include relevant experience, skills, and education/training, to determine compensation within the identified range.

Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time at Federation’s discretion. Employment is at-will, and this job description is not an employment contract. Nothing herein shall be deemed to create in any way whatsoever an employment contract.