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Atlantis Community, Inc. · 12 hours ago

DIRECTOR OF RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

Denver Metropolitan Area

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$70K/yr - $70K/yr

5+ years exp

Atlantis Community Inc. has been advocating for people with disabilities for 49 years. The Director of Resource Development is responsible for leading the financial growth and sustainability efforts of the Center for Independent Living, focusing on managing and expanding the grant portfolio and collaborating on fundraising activities.

Individual and Family Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Create and execute a comprehensive strategic development plan (individual giving, major donors, corporate engagement, grants, special events)

Lead annual and ongoing revenue forecasting and fundraising goal-setting, aligned with the five-year strategic plan

Develop and implement strategies for new revenue streams (planned giving, endowments, capital campaigns)

Co-develop and implement annual and multi-year fundraising plans

Identify, apply for, and manage public and private grants

Monitor grant compliance and ensure timely reporting to funders

Track compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

Create and manage reports related to funding requirements, program performance, and resource impact

Lead individual giving campaigns, major gift solicitations, and special events

Identify and secure corporate sponsorships and partnerships aligned with ACI’s mission

Develop tailored sponsorship packages and manage ongoing donor, corporate, and foundation relationships

Oversee corporate giving programs (matching gifts, workplace giving, national/regional campaigns)

Use data to strengthen and expand external stakeholder relationships

Collaborate with the Executive Director and Finance team to align development goals with financial objectives

Monitor and analyze fundraising performance; recommend and implement strategy adjustments as needed

Provide insights and recommendations that support sustainability and future growth

Complete reporting requirements for all grants, fundraising, and donations in a timely manner

Qualification

Fundraising best practicesGrant managementCorporate engagement strategiesData analyticsDonor cultivationCompliance regulationsEthical standardsBoardsBilingual (English/Spanish)Exceptional communicationOrganizational skillsRelationship building

Required

Strong knowledge of fundraising best practices, donor cultivation, and corporate engagement strategies

Proficiency in funding compliance regulations at federal, state, and local levels

Data-driven mindset with ability to use reports, metrics, and analytics to inform strategy

Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to write persuasively for grants, donors, and stakeholders

Strong organizational skills, with the proven ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously

Ability to build and maintain positive, mission-aligned relationships with donors, funders, corporations, and community partners

High ethical standards and commitment to equity, inclusion, and accessibility in fundraising practices

Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends to support fundraising campaigns, events, or donor engagement

Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business, communication, public administration, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in nonprofit fundraising, resource development, or advancement

Demonstrated success in grant writing, compliance, and reporting (federal, state, local, and private)

Proven track record of securing major gifts, corporate sponsorships, and individual donor contributions

Experience in developing and executing multi-year fundraising strategies, including planned giving, endowments, or capital campaigns

Prior experience collaborating with executive leadership, boards, and finance teams on strategic planning and revenue alignment

Commitment to the mission and values of Atlantis Community, Inc. and the disabled community

Preferred

Experience leading capital campaigns, endowment initiatives, or large-scale planned giving programs

Familiarity with federal and state funding streams related to Centers for Independent Living (CILs) or disability advocacy organizations

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with boards of directors and fundraising committees

Advanced proficiency in donor relationship management (CRM) platforms and data analytics for fundraising performance

Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/ASL) is strongly preferred

Lived experience with disability or direct work experience in the independent living movement

Benefits

ICHRA Medical Plans with ACI paying 100% of base premium for the employee with buy-up options available, and a Health Reimbursement of up to $500.00/Month to assist with dependent medical coverage

Employer-paid Life and Short-Term/Long Term Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Mileage Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

4-day work week