Director of Development

The director will lead major gifts, annual giving, foundation partnerships, and campaign strategy while strengthening the systems and relationships that sustain long-term conservation work.

The successful candidate will be a relationship-driven fundraiser with a demonstrated ability to secure six-figure gifts, cultivate meaningful donor partnerships, and guide sophisticated fundraising strategies. The director will help position the organization for future capital and comprehensive campaigns that support major conservation initiatives. While the role is primarily focused on fundraising, the director will provide strategic oversight of communications and marketing, ensuring that messaging and storytelling effectively support philanthropic engagement.

As part of the leadership team, the director of development will work closely with the executive director, board and staff to build a culture of philanthropy across the organization.

Please attach a resume and a separate cover letter and email both to jobs@coastallandtrust.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with prioritization given to applications by June 1, 2026.