Development Director at Talbot Hospice Foundation Inc in Easton, MD

Position Summary

Talbot Hospice is seeking a dynamic, relationship-focused Development Director to lead and advance all fundraising, marketing, and communication efforts for the organization. Reporting directly to the Executive Director and working closely with the Board of Directors, this leadership position is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strategies that increase philanthropic support, enhance community awareness, and strengthen donor engagement.

The Development Director will play a key role in sustaining and growing Talbot Hospice's mission by overseeing annual giving, major gifts, grants, planned giving, corporate partnerships, marketing initiatives, and special fundraising campaigns. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building lasting relationships throughout the community.

Essential Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Fundraising

• Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive annual fundraising, marketing, and communication plans.
• Lead efforts to maximize philanthropic revenue through annual giving campaigns, major gifts, planned giving, grants, capital campaigns, endowment campaigns, and other revenue-generating initiatives.
• Direct and manage a comprehensive major gifts program, including donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and recognition.
• Build and expand planned giving efforts with a focus on deferred gifts and bequest expectancies.
• Develop strategies to secure corporate and foundation support through sponsorships, grants, partnerships, and community engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with board members, staff, volunteers, and community stakeholders to identify and cultivate donor prospects.
• Oversee prospect research and donor pipeline development.
• Ensure effective donor stewardship programs that promote long-term engagement and support.

Grants Management

• Oversee all grant-related activities, including research, proposal development, submission, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain relationships with foundation and grant-making organizations.

Marketing & Communications

• Direct all marketing and communication efforts, including print, digital, website, social media, media relations, public relations, and community outreach activities.
• Oversee the creation and implementation of marketing collateral, direct mail campaigns, event promotions, and donor communications.
• Ensure all marketing materials accurately represent the mission and services of Talbot Hospice.
• Manage both internal and external marketing and communication resources.

Donor & Community Relations

• Build strong relationships with donors, volunteers, families, community leaders, partner organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate donor relations and fundraising activities associated with the Festival of Trees.
• Attend community events and represent Talbot Hospice at public speaking engagements and networking opportunities.
• Promote awareness of Talbot Hospice's mission and services throughout the region.

Team & Board Engagement

• Supervise and mentor development staff while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Provide regular reports and updates to the Executive Director and Board of Directors regarding fundraising goals, outcomes, and department activities.
• Educate, motivate, and support board members in their fundraising, community outreach, and ambassador responsibilities.
• Attend and participate in board, committee, staff, and other organizational meetings as appropriate.

Compliance & Administration

• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards related to fundraising, marketing, donor engagement, and healthcare organizations.
• Oversee fundraising database management, donor records, gift tracking, and reporting systems.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and implement innovative fundraising strategies and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Why Join Talbot Hospice?

At Talbot Hospice, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families while helping advance a mission-centered organization that serves our community with compassion and excellence. We offer a supportive work environment, meaningful work, and an exceptional benefits package.

Benefits Include

• 100% employer-paid health insurance
• Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Employer-paid Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 24 days of Paid Time Off beginning in your first year
• 7 paid holidays
• SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with employer match

Talbot Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and compassion in service to our community.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field, Master’s Degree preferred.
2. At least three (3) years’ experience in health care marketing and not-for-profit fundraising management preferably in hospice care operations.
3. Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct professional and administrative personnel.
4. Ability to market aggressively and deal tactfully with customers and the community.
5. Knowledge of corporate business management.
6. Demonstrates good communications skills, negotiation skills, and public relations skills.
7. Demonstrates autonomy, organization, assertiveness, flexibility and cooperation in performing job responsibilities.