Development Director

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW:

Bike Works, based in SE Seattle since 1996, promotes the bicycle as a vehicle for

change to empower youth and build resilient communities. Our programs and

services invest in young people and encourage bicycling. Our bike shop serves a

large customer base with used bike sales, affordable repairs, and new and used

parts and accessories. We take in over 7,000 bicycle donations annually and

redistribute these bikes through our programs and bike shop. We are committed to

continued learning and improvement, with a focus on social justice and racial

equity.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

The Development Director is responsible for setting and achieving the

organization’s fundraising goals, as well as organization-wide marketing and

communications. This position reports to the Executive Director and supervises the

Stewardship Manager and Grants & Communications Manager. This leadership role

collaborates closely with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, Operations and

other Department Leads to further the strategic and financial goals of the

organization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Manage fund development through donor organizing, relationship-building,

and outreach (30%)

Lead funding strategy and implementation

Supervise the Communications & Grants Manager and Stewardship

Manager

Develop and implement a donor organizing strategy that will equip our

existing supporter base to engage their networks in conversation

about racial equity and invite them to engage with Bike Works as a

political home

Oversee the maintenance of the Little Green Light, our donor,

volunteer, and program database

Oversee gifts processing procedures to ensure that supporters are

engaged in a timely and strategic manner

Manage grant writing and reporting for the organization (25%)

Maintain an up-to-date grants pipeline of new and existing government

and foundation funders

Lead grant strategy with an eye to new funding opportunities that fit

with the organization’s long-term plans

Coordinate with the Communiations & Grants Manager to delegate

grant renewals and reports as needed

Collaborate with bookkeepers to craft grant budgets and track multiyear grant income

Steward relationships with grant funders

Lead our community engagement strategy (25%)

Oversee accessible and inclusive event content, project management,

and execution of Bike Works’ annual fundraising event as well as

smaller community engagement events throughout the year

Maintain an active presence in the community by showing up in

meaningful ways for partner organizations throughout the year

Develop and maintain active relationships with lawmakers, community

organizers, and partner organizations to inform Bike Works’ advocacy

priorities, in partnership with the Executive Director

Ensure that community input continues to inform our work through

surveys, community discussions, deep relationships, etc.

Participation in organizational culture (20%)

Staff meetings, team meetings, committees, 1:1s, other coordination

Email management

Professional development, trainings

Paid volunteering, paid time off

QUALIFICATIONS:

At least 5 years of fundraising experience with a grounding in donor

organizing principles preferred.

Demonstrated experience cultivating, soliciting, and securing major

gifts and large grants ($100,000+)

Demonstrated analytical skills and data-driven decision-making.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with a grounding in

inclusive and equitable storytelling.

Passion for bicycles, Youth and Adult Development, and the mission of

Bike Works.

At least 3 years experience managing people.

At least 2 years experience managing budgets.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects at once, keep a

large volume of tasks organized, and stay calm under pressure.

Lived and professional experience advancing racial equity and

commitment to anti-oppression work

Sense of humor, curiosity, listening skills, patience, collaboration, and

strong work ethic

COMPENSATION:

$69k - $82k DOE; this full-time position is not eligible for overtime pay and includes a full benefits package valued at more than $10,000, including:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

12 days of vacation to start (adding one day for each additional year of work)

7 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, plus a paid holiday recess from 12/24

through 1/1

10 days sick leave per year

Long & Short-Term Disability

Training & Professional Development for job roles

Unlimited Orca Card

EAP Employee Assistance Program

$250 reimbursement for any kind of training or continuing education

$250 match for employee donations to other nonprofits

$250 fitness/gym membership reimbursement

Discounts on new & used bikes and parts in our Shop

Retirement match up to $2,000

Life Insurance

Reimbursement for mileage when using your bike for work

Casual dress code

Sabbatical policy for 1 month after 5 years

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Bike Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse and talented staff. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that prioritizes equity, access, and inclusion, Bike Works does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or marital status. Candidates who identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Color, trans, nonbinary, queer, and/or disabled are strongly encouraged to apply.

WHO WE ARE:

collaborative team players

passionate educators

bike riders, bike mechanics

social justice activists

energetic and hard workers who manage time and risk

self-starters with growth mindsets

personable and humorous

HOW TO APPLY:

Reply to this post with a cover letter and resume. Please include “Development

Director” in the subject line. Applications received by 6/16/24 will receive priority.