Job Information
Confidential Employer Director of Development "fundraising" in Norristown, Pennsylvania
Statement of Responsibilities:
The Director of Development provides strategic leadership for fundraising, donor engagement, and external communications for Library. This position leads efforts to secure financial support through individual giving, grants, corporate sponsorships, special events, and donor stewardship. Working closely with the executive director, board members, and community stakeholders, the Director of Development builds philanthropic support, elevated the library's visibility, and strengthens community relationships.
The Director of Development plays a critical role in advancing the library's mission by building strong relationships and cultivating long-term sustainability and growth by securing resources, amplifying its mission, and deepening its connections to the community.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree or CFRE preferred.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, and communications.
- Strong grant writing and creative storytelling skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
- Experience with donor databases/CRM systems and digital marketing tools.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Current valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Benefits we provide:
- Starting annual salary $75,000
- Work schedule: 37 hours per week
- Generous paid time off
- Low-cost group health and dental insurance
- No cost Life and Accident Insurance
- Wellness programs
- Voluntary Long-term Disability insurance (LTD)
- 403B Retirement Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
About Us:
Our mission at Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library (MC-NPL) is to be a gateway to lifelong learning by providing convenient access to resources that inform, educate, entertain, and enrich people's lives. MC-NPL has been fulfilling our mission for over 230 years. In addition to library services, we also serve as the district center that provides consultation, support, and delivers items to all 34 libraries throughout Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. In 2024, our main Library, bookmobile services, and four branches circulated over 971,812 items. MC-NPL is committed to serving our communities by providing them with sources of information, entertainment, and knowledge within our libraries and outside of our library walls.
Potential employment is contingent upon the submission of the results of background checks (PA State Police Criminal History, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, and FBI Criminal Background Check). Completion of PA State Mandated Reporter Training within 30 days of hire is also required.
Qualified candidates, please completed an employment application. The employment application can be found at www.mcnpl.org. Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.