Senior Director of Advancement & Donor Impact

The Mountaineers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mountaineers in Washington State seeks a seasoned Senior Director of Advancement to lead our fundraising, communications, and membership initiatives, advancing outdoor education and conservation. Reporting to the CEO, you will guide a 12-person team (4 direct reports), cultivate major donors, and steward our brand as we expand impact across Western Washington.

This mission-driven role requires strategic vision, collaborative leadership, and a track record of growing philanthropic programs in

Qualifications

• Proven success leading development, communications and membership teams.
• Strong track record cultivating major donors and growing philanthropic programs.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and stakeholder management in a nonprofit environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, communications, and membership teams and set fundraising strategy.
• Cultivate and steward major donor relationships to expand giving and engagement.
• Oversee a 12-member team, including 4 direct reports, aligning with organizational priorities.
• Partner with the CEO to steward The Mountaineers’ brand and mission across Western Washington.

Skills

Fundraising leadership

Strategic communication

Team leadership

Major donor relations

Strategic planning

Job description

The Mountaineers in Washington State seeks a seasoned Senior Director of Advancement to lead our fundraising, communications, and membership initiatives, advancing outdoor education and conservation. Reporting to the CEO, you will guide a 12-person team (4 direct reports), cultivate major donors, and steward our brand as we expand impact across Western Washington.

This mission-driven role requires strategic vision, collaborative leadership, and a track record of growing philanthropic programs in