Development Director

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionScion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct an immediate search for an experienced Development Director on behalf of our client, an inspiring nonprofit organization in vibrant Houston, TX, dedicated to creating transformative change in the community

This exciting role thrives in a fast-paced, sales-driven environment, leading high-impact fundraising campaigns that directly support the organization's mission. The position offers the chance to collaborate with a dynamic team, build strategic partnerships, and take the lead in driving revenue to fund life-changing initiatives. This opportunity offers both challenge and fulfillment for a results-driven leader passionate about making a difference. This full-time, hybrid position is for immediate hire

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive year-over-year revenue growth by cultivating strategic partnerships, stewarding philanthropic donors, and aligning with organizational goals.
• Build and strengthen relationships with high-level volunteer leaders and corporate executives to achieve fundraising objectives.
• Oversee volunteer leadership team recruitment, engagement, and management, including executive-level committees.
• Identify and secure major gifts, corporate sponsorships, and foundation support to meet and exceed fundraising targets.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, including recruiting, onboarding, and training staff.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to execute impactful strategies for community engagement and mission-driven outcomes.
• Regularly evaluate progress toward individual and team goals, identifying opportunities for growth and improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 5 years of experience in fundraising, sales, or business development with 3 years of managerial experience.
• Demonstrated success in cultivating corporate partnerships, securing sponsorships, and cultivating high-level donors.
• Strong organizational skills, particularly in overseeing event logistics and fundraising.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster relationships.
• Experience with fundraising software such as Salesforce or Blackbaud is a plus.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
In addition to a competitive base salary, this role offers the potential to earn up to 25% of your base pay through an incentive program tied to achieving key revenue targets. This organization also provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, wellness programs, and more This exciting opportunity and mission will inspire you daily
HOW TO APPLY:
For immediate consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter online at https://scionstaffing.com/job/12400/, sharing more about your experience and interest in this role. Applications, nominations, and expressions of interest will be reviewed immediately and remain confidential until an appointment is made.
ABOUT OUR FIRM:
Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.

We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online. Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.

For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.Company DescriptionOur Mission
It is our mission to diligently provide the nation’s best staffing and executive search services, guided by socially conscious business practices. At Scion, we lead by example, consistently promoting operational excellence; delivering employee and client satisfaction; upholding professional ethics; celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion; and fostering the true potential of our industry.

Our Name
Scion Staffing takes its name from a scion: the portion of a plant which, when attached to a new foundation, can grow new life. With great care, we strategically place new talent to empower organizational growth.

Our Values

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

We believe diverse teams are more than a strength; they are essential for success. We aim to be proactive in our work to ensure that our application, interview, and hiring processes are inclusive, equitable, and beneficial for all. We practice and promote these values throughout our firm and externally in the partnerships and connections we intentionally create.

INTEGRITY & ETHICS

We do the right thing. We listen empathically to our candidates, clients, staff, and partners. We communicate honestly, with kindness and respect, and we deliver on our commitments.

SERVICE EXCELLENCE

We are committed to excellence in everything we do, striving to deliver lasting value to our clients, candidates, partners, and staff.

LEARNING & INNOVATION

We continually refine our services, processes, communication, and operational systems and structures, utilizing ever-evolving technological tools to empower our far-reaching impact and growth. We are humble and embrace individual professional development opportunities to strengthen our company from within.

PASSION

We take pride in empowering our clients’ strategic hiring goals and connecting extraordinary candidates to new career pathways. We celebrate the opportunity to uplift and improve the futures of individuals and organizations alike.

TEAMWORK & POSITIVITY

We are committed to providing value and inspiring others through our work. We believe empathy and positivity fuel effective collaboration. We hold these core values and leverage them at all levels of our organization. Together, we succeed.Company DescriptionOur Mission\r
It is our mission to diligently provide the nation’s best staffing and executive search services, guided by socially conscious business practices. At Scion, we lead by example, consistently promoting operational excellence; delivering employee and client satisfaction; upholding professional ethics; celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion; and fostering the true potential of our industry.\r
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Our Name\r
Scion Staffing takes its name from a scion: the portion of a plant which, when attached to a new foundation, can grow new life. With great care, we strategically place new talent to empower organizational growth.\r
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Our Values\r
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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION\r
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We believe diverse teams are more than a strength; they are essential for success. We aim to be proactive in our work to ensure that our application, interview, and hiring processes are inclusive, equitable, and beneficial for all. We practice and promote these values throughout our firm and externally in the partnerships and connections we intentionally create.\r
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INTEGRITY & ETHICS\r
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We do the right thing. We listen empathically to our candidates, clients, staff, and partners. We communicate honestly, with kindness and respect, and we deliver on our commitments.\r
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SERVICE EXCELLENCE\r
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We are committed to excellence in everything we do, striving to deliver lasting value to our clients, candidates, partners, and staff.\r
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LEARNING & INNOVATION\r
\r
We continually refine our services, processes, communication, and operational systems and structures, utilizing ever-evolving technological tools to empower our far-reaching impact and growth. We are humble and embrace individual professional development opportunities to strengthen our company from within.\r
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PASSION\r
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We take pride in empowering our clients’ strategic hiring goals and connecting extraordinary candidates to new career pathways. We celebrate the opportunity to uplift and improve the futures of individuals and organizations alike.\r
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TEAMWORK & POSITIVITY\r
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We are committed to providing value and inspiring others through our work. We believe empathy and positivity fuel effective collaboration. We hold these core values and leverage them at all levels of our organization. Together, we succeed.

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