Development Director
Lines, Portland, OR, United States
Development Director
Position Title: Development Director Status: Full-Time, Exempt Reports To: Chief Executive Officer Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000, depending on education, certifications and relevant experience Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid telecommuting and in-office Tuesday through Thursday), with the potential need to occasionally come into the office on other days/times or attend offsite meetings/events for meetings with potential donors, etc. Application Deadline: Monday, April 6th, 2026 About the Organization: Lines for Life is a regional non-profit that is dedicated to preventing substance abuse and suicide. We offer help and hope to individuals and communities and promote mental health for all. Our work addresses a spectrum of needs that include intervention, prevention, and advocacy. We educate, train, and advocate to prevent issues of substance abuse, mental illness, and thoughts of suicide from reaching crisis levels. But when a crisis arises or support is needed, we are available 24/7/365 to intervene with personalized help. Development Director Position Summary
The Development Director serves on the Lines for Life leadership team and oversees the creation of a comprehensive development strategy and directs all phases of resource development including: major gifts, business partnerships and corporate giving, public and private grants, annual and planned giving, management of development budget, oversight of donor database, and fundraising events. Position reports to the CEO, works closely with the Board of Director' development committee and collaborates with Lines for Life directors. Development Director Responsibilities
Development Strategy and Fundraising Work with the President / CEO to set fund development goals within the first 6 months of being hired and continue to set goals on an annual basis. Design short and long-term fundraising strategies to increase charitable giving and diversify philanthropic revenue. Lead comprehensive fundraising initiatives including: Major fits Individual donor programs Corporate partnership and sponsorship Foundation and government grant funding Annual giving and direct mail campaigns Planned giving Select fundraising events Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with current and prospective donors. Oversee systems and processes for donor cultivation, gift acknowledgment, and stewardship. Donor Engagement and Stewardship Strengthen donor engagement through consistent communication, stewardship strategies, and relationship building. Manage donor and prospecting information and tracking systems, including a comprehensive prospect and donor database. Use development analytics to understand the current and potential donors and evaluate the effectiveness of development strategies and communications. Leadership and Organizational Collaboration Implement the development plan through comprehensive strategies, including, but not limited to, major donor solicitation, small donor development, direct mail, special events, grant research and solicitation (charitable foundations/trusts, corporations, and government), and planned giving. Supervise Development staff. Supervisory responsibilities include: meeting regularly for 1-on-1 meetings to provide guidance, coaching, performance feedback, and creative problem-solving; collaboratively setting goals and monitoring progress; reviewing timesheets for accuracy; following the policies and procedures outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement and Employee Handbook; Conduct 90-day and annual performance reviews in a timely manner; and collaborating with HR on any personnel concerns that arise. Work with the Communications team and program staff to develop compelling fundraising materials and messaging. Collaborate with the Finance Department to develop, monitor, and maintain the department budget. Board and Community Engagement Collaborate with the CEO on Board recruitment using the asset mapping of the current Board of Directors to identify needs and opportunities. Provide guidance and training to Board members and staff on effective fundraising and donor stewardship Represent Lines for Life with donors, community leaders, partner organizations, and other external stakeholders. Additional Responsibilities Increase membership for the Construction Suicide Prevention Partnership program. Represent Lines for Life with external constituents, including media, partner organizations, donors, and community leaders. Serve as a member of Lines for Life's Leadership Team and supervise the Development team. Support the growth of philanthropic participation in key initiatives such as the Construction Suicide Prevention Partnership program. Perform other duties as assigned. Development Director Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent training and experience in lieu of a degree, and a minimum of 5 years' experience coordinating and/or directing fund development efforts. 10 years of progressive nonprofit fundraising and leadership experience preferred. Demonstrated success in securing philanthropic support, including major gifts, foundation grants, corporate contributions, and individual donor engagement. Knowledge and experience with all components of a comprehensive development program; record of success in prospecting and achieving donations, major gifts fund development, and soliciting private and government grants, as well as experience with direct mail appeals, planned giving, and special events. Experience supervising staff and building effective teams. Integrity and transparency. Strong strategic thinking, planning, and organizational skills Exceptional networking, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Excellent communication skills: oral, written, and graphic. Demonstrated strategic planning, organization, time management, and decision-making skills, ability to work effectively within tight time constraints. Ability to analyze fundraising data and use insights to inform strategy. Commitment to Lines for Life's mission and values. Benefits : Lines for Life offers a great benefits package valued at over $14,750 per year, $11,400 in premium coverage for employee health, vision and dental coverage, full coverage of short and long-term disability and life insurance premiums; a competitive paid time off package; a matching 401K plan equivalent to 3% of the annual salary during the first 2 years of employment after passing the match eligibility date; as well as a flexible spending plan; an employee assistance program; a free Fitbit; public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) employment certification; and eligibility to participate in an extracurricular professional development program after 6 months of employment. If you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application process or interview, including any pre-employment assessments, please inform us by contacting hr@linesforlife.org. This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities but, constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company. EEO: Lines for Life strives to create a diverse, inclusive environment to better represent the communities that we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer. Lines for Life shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. However, it shall not be a violation of this clause for the Lines for Life to extend a publicly announced preference in employment to Indians living on or near an Indian reservation, in connection with employment opportunities on or near an Indian reservation, as permitted by 41 CFR 60-1.5 All Lines for Life employees must be approved to work by the Oregon Department of Human Services' Background Check Unit. Background checks are completed after a conditional offer of employment has been extended.
Position Title: Development Director Status: Full-Time, Exempt Reports To: Chief Executive Officer Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000, depending on education, certifications and relevant experience Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid telecommuting and in-office Tuesday through Thursday), with the potential need to occasionally come into the office on other days/times or attend offsite meetings/events for meetings with potential donors, etc. Application Deadline: Monday, April 6th, 2026 About the Organization: Lines for Life is a regional non-profit that is dedicated to preventing substance abuse and suicide. We offer help and hope to individuals and communities and promote mental health for all. Our work addresses a spectrum of needs that include intervention, prevention, and advocacy. We educate, train, and advocate to prevent issues of substance abuse, mental illness, and thoughts of suicide from reaching crisis levels. But when a crisis arises or support is needed, we are available 24/7/365 to intervene with personalized help. Development Director Position Summary
The Development Director serves on the Lines for Life leadership team and oversees the creation of a comprehensive development strategy and directs all phases of resource development including: major gifts, business partnerships and corporate giving, public and private grants, annual and planned giving, management of development budget, oversight of donor database, and fundraising events. Position reports to the CEO, works closely with the Board of Director' development committee and collaborates with Lines for Life directors. Development Director Responsibilities
Development Strategy and Fundraising Work with the President / CEO to set fund development goals within the first 6 months of being hired and continue to set goals on an annual basis. Design short and long-term fundraising strategies to increase charitable giving and diversify philanthropic revenue. Lead comprehensive fundraising initiatives including: Major fits Individual donor programs Corporate partnership and sponsorship Foundation and government grant funding Annual giving and direct mail campaigns Planned giving Select fundraising events Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with current and prospective donors. Oversee systems and processes for donor cultivation, gift acknowledgment, and stewardship. Donor Engagement and Stewardship Strengthen donor engagement through consistent communication, stewardship strategies, and relationship building. Manage donor and prospecting information and tracking systems, including a comprehensive prospect and donor database. Use development analytics to understand the current and potential donors and evaluate the effectiveness of development strategies and communications. Leadership and Organizational Collaboration Implement the development plan through comprehensive strategies, including, but not limited to, major donor solicitation, small donor development, direct mail, special events, grant research and solicitation (charitable foundations/trusts, corporations, and government), and planned giving. Supervise Development staff. Supervisory responsibilities include: meeting regularly for 1-on-1 meetings to provide guidance, coaching, performance feedback, and creative problem-solving; collaboratively setting goals and monitoring progress; reviewing timesheets for accuracy; following the policies and procedures outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement and Employee Handbook; Conduct 90-day and annual performance reviews in a timely manner; and collaborating with HR on any personnel concerns that arise. Work with the Communications team and program staff to develop compelling fundraising materials and messaging. Collaborate with the Finance Department to develop, monitor, and maintain the department budget. Board and Community Engagement Collaborate with the CEO on Board recruitment using the asset mapping of the current Board of Directors to identify needs and opportunities. Provide guidance and training to Board members and staff on effective fundraising and donor stewardship Represent Lines for Life with donors, community leaders, partner organizations, and other external stakeholders. Additional Responsibilities Increase membership for the Construction Suicide Prevention Partnership program. Represent Lines for Life with external constituents, including media, partner organizations, donors, and community leaders. Serve as a member of Lines for Life's Leadership Team and supervise the Development team. Support the growth of philanthropic participation in key initiatives such as the Construction Suicide Prevention Partnership program. Perform other duties as assigned. Development Director Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent training and experience in lieu of a degree, and a minimum of 5 years' experience coordinating and/or directing fund development efforts. 10 years of progressive nonprofit fundraising and leadership experience preferred. Demonstrated success in securing philanthropic support, including major gifts, foundation grants, corporate contributions, and individual donor engagement. Knowledge and experience with all components of a comprehensive development program; record of success in prospecting and achieving donations, major gifts fund development, and soliciting private and government grants, as well as experience with direct mail appeals, planned giving, and special events. Experience supervising staff and building effective teams. Integrity and transparency. Strong strategic thinking, planning, and organizational skills Exceptional networking, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Excellent communication skills: oral, written, and graphic. Demonstrated strategic planning, organization, time management, and decision-making skills, ability to work effectively within tight time constraints. Ability to analyze fundraising data and use insights to inform strategy. Commitment to Lines for Life's mission and values. Benefits : Lines for Life offers a great benefits package valued at over $14,750 per year, $11,400 in premium coverage for employee health, vision and dental coverage, full coverage of short and long-term disability and life insurance premiums; a competitive paid time off package; a matching 401K plan equivalent to 3% of the annual salary during the first 2 years of employment after passing the match eligibility date; as well as a flexible spending plan; an employee assistance program; a free Fitbit; public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) employment certification; and eligibility to participate in an extracurricular professional development program after 6 months of employment. If you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application process or interview, including any pre-employment assessments, please inform us by contacting hr@linesforlife.org. This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities but, constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company. EEO: Lines for Life strives to create a diverse, inclusive environment to better represent the communities that we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer. Lines for Life shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. However, it shall not be a violation of this clause for the Lines for Life to extend a publicly announced preference in employment to Indians living on or near an Indian reservation, in connection with employment opportunities on or near an Indian reservation, as permitted by 41 CFR 60-1.5 All Lines for Life employees must be approved to work by the Oregon Department of Human Services' Background Check Unit. Background checks are completed after a conditional offer of employment has been extended.