Development Director

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title : Development Director ( Full-time, Exempt position)

The Shelter Association of Washtenaw County is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

About Us :

Eight million Americans are one paycheck away from becoming homeless. In Washtenaw County, 5000 people are experiencing homelessness. The Shelter Association of Washtenaw County (SAWC) was established in 1982 and is the primary provider of services and emergency shelter for Washtenaw County individuals. SAWC is housed at the Robert J. Delonis Center in downtown Ann Arbor. SAWC works with a diverse range of people struggling with homelessness, including first-time homelessness, veterans, domestic violence survivors, and people battling substance abuse and / or mental health issues. Services are offered through our core programs : Residential Emergency Shelter, Non-Residential, Shelter Diversion, Critical-Time Intervention, and Warming Shelter. The SAWC serves almost 1500 people annually.

Mission :

Ending homelessness, one person at a time.

Position Profile :

The Development Director leads the organization’s fundraising and revenue generation strategy by securing major gifts, grants, and partnerships while cultivating donor relationships, managing a development team, and ensuring long-term financial sustainability in alignment with the organization’s mission. Hours are generally Monday-Friday day-time hours, the role does require flexible hours at times. The Shelter is a 24 / 7 operation and does not close.

Pay & Benefits :

This is a permanent, full-time position. The annual salary range is $105,000-$125,000. The Shelter Association of Washtenaw County offers a strong benefits package that includes : platinum medical, dental, and vision insurance with very low deductibles and health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) paying half of the total deductible; 403(b) retirement matching; flexible spending accounts, generous paid time off, disability & life insurance, employee assistance program, and bonus opportunities. We are dynamic work environment that works to inspire hope in those we serve.

Duties & Responsibilities :

Revenue Generation & Fundraising

• Create and execute major fundraising initiatives, securing philanthropic investments ranging from $7,000 to $500,000.
• Achieve annual revenue goals of $3M+ through direct asks, grant proposals, and partnerships.
• Serve as lead grant strategist; oversee the grant writing process to secure and maintain institutional funding.

Donor & Prospect Engagement

Strategic Development & Financial Sustainability

Board Engagement

Leadership & Team Management

Marketing, Communications & Events

Program & Community Partnership Development

Reports to : Executive Director

Standards of Performance : It is the expectation of the organization that the minimum standard for this position consist of :

Qualifications :

Application Process :

Please go to annarborshelter.org / employment to submit your resume and cover letter by October 1st, 2025. You may also apply on job sites directly. Please apply early as interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.