Snohomish CD Development and Communications Director Position

Position Description

This position will fill two primary roles. Initially this will backfill the Education and Outreach Department Director position for a 6-month parental leave, and it will also serve as the Development and Communications Director for the District’s Capital Campaign and beyond. Duties for this position include programmatic oversight, staff supervision for the District’s Education and Outreach Department, and planning and overseeing the execution of a capital campaign and comprehensive fundraising program. The Education and Outreach Team consists of community engagement, adult and youth education, and media specialists supporting all SCD programs including Agriculture, Habitat Restoration, Green Stormwater Infrastructure, and District Operations.. This position will report directly to the Executive Director and serve on the management team.

Primary Job Responsibilities

The Education and Outreach Department Director backfill primary tasks include, but are not limited to:

  • Work with the Education, Outreach, Youth Education, and Management Teams to implement the strategic vision and priorities of the program.
  • Develop grant proposals, manage program budgets, and support regional initiatives.
  • Provide executive communications support to the leadership team, including outreach material for elected officials, policymakers, and funders.
  • Supervise a team of specialists. Support implementation of annual work plans and training plans, and provide input for annual performance evaluations.
  • Participate in and help coordinate select outreach events.
  • Continue to hone the SCD brand through storytelling, events, and earned media. Manage positive relationships with the press.
  • Oversee production of all public-facing documents including press releases, web content, annual reports, and event flyers, in coordination with the SCD Writer/Editor.
  • Manage a high-paced production workflow with shifting priorities and needs while tracking products and outcomes for grant and other reporting purposes

The Development Director primary tasks include but are not limited to:

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan that includes the creation and implementation of the following key programs:
    • Major gifts and capital campaign
    • Annual and planned giving
    • Institutional giving
  • Collaborate with campaign leaders to continue to create and implement a strategic direction for the campaign, including setting annual and multi-year goals and leading the campaign through its various stages – quiet, major gift, and public phase.
  • Manage the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major and planned giving donors. Identify prospects that have both the capacity and demonstrated interest in advancing the mission of the District using research tools, in-person visits, input from key stakeholders, and any available resources of the organization.
  • Collaborate with existing staff to develop an integrated marketing and communications plan with clear messaging to key individuals and stakeholder groups to increase their awareness and understanding of the District’s identity and brand. Customize existing fundraising materials (brochures, pamphlets, external communications, update case statement as needed, etc.) and manage the development of new materials as needed.
  • Support the campaign’s volunteer committee(s) by assisting with recruitment, developing talking points, and training volunteers and staff for solicitations.
  • Manage the execution of appropriate donor acknowledgment, recognition, and stewardship in collaboration with staff. Assist in strategizing and implementing cultivation and recognition events.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Compensation

Terms: Term Limited full-time position (40hrs/week), with benefits
Term is expected to last for 2 years, but could extend beyond that based on funding
Starting Salary Range: $95,000-$105,000 annually
Priority deadline: Initial review of applications will begin Monday, January 5, 2026. Applications accepted until position is filled. First round of interviews anticipated January 13-15, 2026.

Benefits
The District offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid holidays and vacation leave time, medical, dental, life and LTD insurance through Washington State PEBB, participation in the State of Washington Retirement System (PERS), and coverage for WA Cares Fund.

Application Information

To apply for this position, please submit the following materials via our website at https://snohomishcd.org/employment:

  • Cover letter stating why you are interested in this position
  • CV or resume detailing your related experience
  • 1-2 page writing sample

If you have questions about applying or need accommodation during the application process, contact Sally Cunningham at scunningham@snohomishcd.org or (360) 631-6736.

Applications will be reviewed beginning January 5th, 2026. Position open until filled.

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