POSITION SUMMARY

The Denver Director of Development will further the mission of Roundup River Ranch through philanthropic revenue generation, and planning and engaging in a broad range of strategic stewardship and cultivation activities to expand the portfolio of primarily Denver-based individual and major gift donors to meet budgeted revenue targets.  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for stewarding and growing a robust portfolio of primarily Denver based donors
• In coordination with the VP of Advancement, develop and implement strategic annual and long-term fundraising plans, specific to Denver, Front Range & surrounding areas
• Actively solicit, cultivate and steward new and existing individual donors at the ‘Major Gifts’ level ($5000+); utilize ‘moves management’ to advance and grow portfolio
• Engage in quarterly revenue forecasting and regular activity review
• Maintain detailed records of donor and prospect activity in Raisers Edge database
• Prepare donor proposals and supporting materials to assist donors in reaching their philanthropic goals
• Plan and execute cultivation events and A Taste of Camp Gala Denver in partnership with the VP of Advancement, Events Manager, and Development team
• Actively participate and support broader development team initiatives (e.g. Colorado Gives Day, Countdown to Camp, end of year giving) including active engagement in staff and committee meetings
• Partner with the VP of Advancement, CEO and VP of Strategic Partnerships & Funding to identify and support new funding opportunities
• Actively participate in revenue tracking, pipeline management, and gala/events receivables
• Support comprehensive campaign efforts and other special campaigns (e.g., pavilion funding) that may develop from time to time
• Assist with identifying strategic partnership opportunities 
• Collaborate with members of the Development Team and CEO to engage corporate relationships to support revenue goals
• Work with the VP of Advancement and CEO on new Denver Committees (ATOC, 20th Anniversary, Advisory)
• Help establish a Denver-based “Raise A Little Hell Club” modeled off the Eagle County RALH Club
• Other duties as assigned

JOB COMPETENCIES

• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• Ability to quickly prioritize and work within deadlines
• Able to work autonomously with minimal supervision due to remote work location
• Ability to engage with donors with professionalism
• Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge or similar database
• Ability to problem solve and think creatively, strong collaboration and team building skills required
• Proven organization and administrative abilities, with meticulous attention to detail

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Computer proficiency and practical experience in word processing, Excel, database, and internet navigation
• Proven track record as a fundraising professional
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Office Based / Indoors 75%+ Desk / Computer work 75%+
• Sitting 75% Outdoors 25%
• Standing 25% Walking / Moving 25%
• Lifting / carrying Up to 40lbs Driving Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The scope of the job and responsibilities outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change based upon the needs of the business. This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. This is a general outline of duties, responsibilities, and activities, which may change at any time with or without notice and at the sole discretion of Roundup River Ranch.

RRR1M: At Roundup River Ranch, we believe in fostering a Mission-centered culture. To demonstrate that we are all supporting the incredible, and purposeful Mission of Roundup River Ranch, every employee participates in organization-wide efforts. Included in all position job description responsibilities is the agreement of “other duties as assigned”; we agree to partner in being our Mission’s greatest contributors by completing tasks or assignments that may fall outside the typical job description. Examples of this include but are not limited to community ambassadorship, camp program and donor cultivation event engagement and support, supporting annual opening and closing of our campsite, supporting present operational needs, and/or being a positive role model for stakeholders by exemplifying care and investment in organizational outcomes and successes. Not only is this engagement supportive of achieving and contributing to organizational goals, it provides an essential opportunity for meaningful, personal connection with our Mission and helps define what it means to be “All In” as a Roundup River Ranch employee.