Chief Development Officer

Reporting to the President/CEO and serving as a member of the senior leadership team, the CDO provides vision, leadership, and oversight for a comprehensive fundraising program that advances the YMCA's mission and long-term sustainability.

The CDO is responsible for strengthening and expanding philanthropic engagement through inclusive, relationship-driven, and results-oriented strategies. This role oversees all aspects of development, including annual giving, major gifts, capital and comprehensive campaigns, endowment and planned giving, grants, and special events, while cultivating a strong culture of philanthropy among staff, volunteers, and community partners.

A successful candidate will bring both strategic perspective and hands-on leadership, along with the ability to build deep relationships across a diverse and engaged community. Familiarity with the St. Petersburg community and its philanthropic landscape is highly valued.

• Bachelor's degree required; minimum of seven years of progressive professional fundraising experience, preferably in the YMCA or a related nonprofit environment.
• Demonstrated experience across a full range of fundraising disciplines, including annual giving, major gifts, grants, planned giving, special events, and capital or comprehensive campaigns.
• Proven record of fundraising success, including strong influencing and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working effectively with senior executives, board members, volunteers, business leaders, foundation partners, and public officials.
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills with the ability to motivate staff and volunteers toward shared goals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong planning and project management capabilities, and a professional, welcoming presence.
• CFRE (Certified Fundraising Executive) or similar credential preferred.
• Strong analytical and computer skills, with the ability to use data to inform strategy, planning, and performance.
• Demonstrated success engaging corporate, foundation, volunteer, and civic partners.