NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Development and Communications Director
Snohomish County – Other, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$95K/yr - $105K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is part of the State of Washington, and they are seeking a Development and Communications Director. This role involves overseeing the Education and Outreach Department and leading the District’s Capital Campaign and fundraising programs while managing a team and collaborating with various stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Work with the Education, Outreach, Youth Education, and Management Teams to implement the strategic vision and priorities of the program
Develop grant proposals, manage program budgets, and support regional initiatives
Provide executive communications support to the leadership team, including outreach material for elected officials, policymakers, and funders
Supervise a team of specialists. Support implementation of annual work plans and training plans, and provide input for annual performance evaluations
Participate in and help coordinate select outreach events
Continue to hone the SCD brand through storytelling, events, and earned media. Manage positive relationships with the press
Oversee production of all public-facing documents including press releases, web content, annual reports, and event flyers, in coordination with the SCD Writer/Editor
Manage a high-paced production workflow with shifting priorities and needs while tracking products and outcomes for grant and other reporting purposes
Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan that includes the creation and implementation of the following key programs: Major gifts and capital campaign, Annual and planned giving, Institutional giving
Collaborate with campaign leaders to continue to create and implement a strategic direction for the campaign, including setting annual and multi-year goals and leading the campaign through its various stages – quiet, major gift, and public phase
Manage the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major and planned giving donors. Identify prospects that have both the capacity and demonstrated interest in advancing the mission of the District using research tools, in-person visits, input from key stakeholders, and any available resources of the organization
Collaborate with existing staff to develop an integrated marketing and communications plan with clear messaging to key individuals and stakeholder groups to increase their awareness and understanding of the District’s identity and brand. Customize existing fundraising materials (brochures, pamphlets, external communications, update case statement as needed, etc.) and manage the development of new materials as needed
Support the campaign’s volunteer committee(s) by assisting with recruitment, developing talking points, and training volunteers and staff for solicitations
Manage the execution of appropriate donor acknowledgment, recognition, and stewardship in collaboration with staff. Assist in strategizing and implementing cultivation and recognition events
Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in communications, natural resources, education, or related field; proven leadership abilities; and five years of professional experience
Experience in program management and staff supervision
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work with varied constituencies, particularly affluent and influential benefactors and prospects
Ability to collaborate and to develop lasting strategic partnerships
Proven success in achieving fundraising results, particularly in soliciting and closing major gifts
Ability to plan, set fundraising goals, organize, and follow-through to completion
Knowledge of prospect research process and current best practices in fundraising and philanthropy
Experience with creating and managing budgets
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, PPT, Excel)
Proficient in data analytics - ability to extract relevant information from data sets
Superior organizational and time management skills - ability to juggle multiple assignments, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) - ability to communicate effectively with staff, donors, volunteers, and other key stakeholders
Highly self-motivated - ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
Interpersonal skills, including ability to interact and engage with stakeholders at all levels, active listening skills, professionalism, courteousness, and empathy
Experience managing contracts and consultants
Ability to deliver strategic communications to elected officials and funders
Benefits
Paid holidays and vacation leave time
Medical, dental, life and LTD insurance through Washington State PEBB
Participation in the State of Washington Retirement System (PERS)
Coverage for WA Cares Fund
Medical flexible spending account
Basic life and long-term disability insurance
Dependent care assistance
Washington State Employee Assistance Program
Deferred Compensation Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Paid personal holiday
Sick leave
Vacation leave
21 days paid military leave per year
Five (5) days of paid bereavement leave
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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