Circle Ten Council is seeking a Chief Development Officer (CDO) to lead and grow a high-impact philanthropic enterprise that fuels transformative Scouting programs across North Texas.
This senior executive role is ideal for a strategic, relational, and results-driven fundraising leader who is energized by mission, partnership, and transformational giving. As a member of the executive leadership team, the CDO provides vision, strategy, and operational leadership for all philanthropic revenue streams and plays a critical role in ensuring the Council’s long-term financial sustainability.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and execute a comprehensive, multi-year fundraising strategy aligned with Circle Ten Council’s mission and strategic priorities.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to the Scout Executive/CEO and Executive Board on philanthropy, donor strategy, and revenue sustainability.
- Translate mission impact into compelling cases for support.
- Lead all philanthropic revenue streams, including:
- Major and principal gifts
- Annual giving and Friends of Scouting
- Corporate partnerships and sponsorships
- Foundation and grant fundraising
- Special events and campaigns
- Planned and legacy giving
- Personally manage a portfolio of top donors and prospects, securing major and transformational gifts.
- Partners with board members and key volunteers in donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
- Support the Executive Board, Development Committee, and campaign leadership in achieving fundraising goals.
- Equip and inspire volunteer leaders to serve as effective ambassadors and fundraisers.
- Foster a culture of philanthropy across the organization.
Donor Experience & Stewardship
- Ensure best-in-class donor stewardship, recognition, and engagement.
- Oversee donor communications, impact reporting, and relationship management.
- Champion data-informed fundraising strategies using CRM systems and analytics.
Team Leadership & Operations
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing development team.
- Establish scalable systems, processes, and performance metrics.
- Ensure compliance with all ethical, legal, and regulatory fundraising standards.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with program, membership, marketing, finance, and operations teams to align fundraising with program impact and storytelling.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree preferred.
Qualifications
- 10–15 years of progressive nonprofit development leadership experience.
- Proven success in securing major and principal gifts and leading diversified fundraising portfolios.
- Experience partnering effectively with CEOs, boards, and senior volunteers.
- Strong executive presence, strategic thinking, and relationship-building skills.
Preferred
- Experience in youth-serving, faith-aligned, or mission-driven organizations.
- Capital or comprehensive campaign leadership experience.
- Knowledge of the Dallas–Fort Worth philanthropic landscape.
- Familiarity with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or Raiser’s Edge.
Scouting America is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive salary, based on the council’s geographic location. Professional Scouting offers benefits to include major medical, prescription coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, accidental death, and retirement plan. We also offer a generous vacation policy and holiday observances.
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