Stroud Region Open Space and Recreation Commission · 5 hours ago
Development Officer
East Stroudsburg, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$35K/yr - $40K/yrStroud Region Open Space & Recreation Commission (SROSRC) is located in the Pocono Mountains of northeast Pennsylvania and is dedicated to connecting the community with recreational programs and natural areas. They are seeking a full-time Development Officer responsible for securing sponsorships, writing grants, organizing fundraisers, and building relationships within the local business community.
Recreational Facilities
Hiring Manager
Autumn Hawthorne
Responsibilities
Identify, solicit, and secure sponsorships for events and programs through outreach to local businesses, regional corporations, community leaders, foundations, and individual supporters
Research and manage grant opportunities aligned with the organization’s mission, facility needs, and program needs using grant databases, government resources, foundation websites, and professional networks
Plan and execute fundraising events to meet revenue, participation, and engagement goals
Design and implement donor stewardship and engagement strategies to retain existing donors, increase giving levels, and cultivate new supporters over time
Track and report on fundraising efforts and outcomes
Provide input on development strategies to meet organizational goals
Serve as primary staff liaison for non-profit partner Friends of Stroud Region Open Space and Recreation Commission providing coordination, communication, and administrative support as needed
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated successful experience in fundraising, grant writing, sponsorship acquisition, or a related field
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders
Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Must obtain PA Child Abuse Clearance, Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History, and FBI Fingerprint Check upon hiring
Preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and donor management software
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision insurance
Paid holidays
Generous time-off policy
Company
Stroud Region Open Space and Recreation Commission
Stroud Region Open Space & Recreation Commission’s (SROSRC) mission is connecting the community with recreational programs, greenways, trails, parks, recreation amenities and natural areas throughout the Stroud Region.
Founded in 2003
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase