Diamond Dachshund Rescue is hiring: Director of Development in San Antonio

The Jewish Federation of San Antonio (JFSA) is dedicated to building a stronger, more connected Jewish future by supporting local and Israeli programs through philanthropy and community engagement. With a collaborative team of professionals and lay leaders, JFSA fosters an inclusive community where everyone can access support, wisdom, and opportunities to give back. JFSA helps newcomers find their place, develops young leaders and philanthropists, and strengthens Jewish identity through education and connection to Israel. JFSA is hiring a Director of Development to take its fundraising program to the next level and build a best-in-class development shop. With a solid base of donors, strong philanthropic potential in the community, and the full support of engaged staff and lay leadership, this is a ground-floor opportunity to expand the culture of philanthropy in San Antonio. As a member of the Leadership Team, the Director will lead all aspects of JFSA’s $2M fundraising strategy, cultivate major donor relationships, and position the Federation for long-term success, including a potential future capital campaign. The ideal candidate will be both a strategic partner and a hands-on builder who is energized to shape the future of development at JFSA and leave a lasting impact on the Jewish community. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy, encompassing annual and supplemental giving, corporate support, capital campaigns, legacy giving and grants Cultivate and steward a portfolio of major donors; lead key solicitations and donor engagement efforts Create and adhere to the development budget Supervise and inspire a dynamic development team and volunteers Supervise the contract grant writer in researching and identifying grant opportunities, preparing and submitting applications, and managing the receipt and expenditure of awarded grants Ensure effective use and oversight of the CRM donor database; maintain accurate records and analytics Collaborate with the marketing team on donor communications and represent the Federation at community and fundraising events Monitor and evaluate development goals and ensure measurable outcomes aligned with the Federation’s mission Represent the Federation at community-wide and organizational fundraising events Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred Minimum 5 years in resource development, including 3+ years in a senior leadership role Proven success in major gift solicitation and strategic fundraising Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to inspire and engage Demonstrated experience leading high-performing teams and managing complex projects with measurable outcomes Skilled at managing professional and volunteer relationships Knowledge of or interest in learning about Jewish values, traditions, Israel, and the Jewish lifecycle Familiarity with donor databases, fundraising technology, and budget management Grant writing experience preferred Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends #J-18808-Ljbffr