The Director of Development is responsible for managing the fundraising and donor activities to raise awareness and financial support for Benton-Franklin Humane Society. The Director of Development is, in partnership with the Executive Director, accountable for the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors through personal contact, direct mail and newsletter campaigns, fundraising and awareness events, foundation research and grant request writing, planned giving, monthly giving, matching gifts, solicitation of corporate gifts, donor acknowledgment and management of donor records. Oversee all marketing efforts including proactive and reactive media contacts, printed marketing materials, direct mail content, newsletters, event publicity, and appeals for contributions. Develops and implements strategies and activities to reach annual budgeted income and to ensure funding/revenue sources are sufficient to provide revenues needed for current operations and expansion/development goals, as specified by the Executive Director and the Board of Trustees. Develops and implements special fundraising campaign goals focusing on individuals, corporations and foundations. Serves as a senior manager and has direct access to the Board of Directors to implement all fundraising efforts. Builds community support and alliances, ensuring that the organization is known as the prominent humane society in the region. Enforces policies and procedures set by Executive Director and the Benton-Franklin Humane Society. Responsible for the training and evaluation of development personnel to maintain a professional and efficient staff.