Associate Director of Development

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for an Associate Director of Development on behalf of a well-established community nonprofit dedicated to housing, neighborhood revitalization, and disaster recovery. This full-time role is based onsite in Houston, TX.

Position Overview
We are seeking a collaborative and strategic Associate Director of Development to help expand and strengthen fundraising efforts for a mission-driven organization. This role is ideal for a development professional who thrives on building relationships, managing a team, and crafting compelling stories that inspire giving. The Associate Director will directly support the growth of diverse revenue streams and play a key leadership role in advancing the mission.

PERKS

• Competitive annual salary range of $90-105K
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Inclusive, mission-driven work environment with professional growth opportunities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and execute fundraising strategies to achieve annual revenue goals.
• Manage and coach assigned fundraising staff, fostering professional growth and retention.
• Serve as lead relationship manager for a portfolio of institutional donors and funding partners.
• Develop and submit compelling proposals, reports, and stewardship materials.
• Partner across departments to align funding opportunities with organizational priorities.
• Represent the organization at community, donor, and volunteer events.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated success in nonprofit fundraising, including donor cultivation and stewardship.
• Experience managing staff and leading development teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to craft persuasive donor materials.
• Proficiency with donor database systems, i.e. Salesforce, Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Collaborative, organized, and adaptable with a commitment to inclusivity and mission alignment.

Compensation And Benefits
This position offers a competitive salary range of $90-105K, commensurate with experience, along with a full benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement contributions, and professional development support. The organization is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where employees can thrive personally and professionally.

About Our Search Firm
Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire 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 can also be found online.

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