Director of Development

At TURN our mission is Improving Lives. Our organization embraces the tenets of client-centered care, and our core values Integrity, Diversity, Mentorship, and Inclusion are at the forefront of everything we do. We hire exceptional individuals seeking meaningful opportunities in a purpose-driven environment.

Job Summary

The Director of Development is a key member of the leadership team responsible for driving revenue growth through grant acquisition, fundraising strategy, donor engagement, and partnership development. This role requires a seasoned professional with a proven track record in leading and securing high-value grants (county, state, and federal), managing complex funding portfolios, and making strategic decisions on funding opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write, revise, and maintain agency-specific content for proposals, ensuring alignment with funder requirements and organizational voice.
• Review and edit RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs to ensure compliance with all submission requirements.
• Ensure all proposals are comprehensive, responsive, and supported by relevant data and documentation.
• Manage timelines, production, and delivery of multiple, time-sensitive proposals, including participation in planning meetings and debriefs.
• Oversee the final formatting, packaging, and submission of grant applications and proposals.
• Represent the organization at relevant county, state, and federal meetings as required.
• Coordinate with external agencies and partners to collect and organize proposal-related documents.
• Maintain an up-to-date grant database and alert key personnel to upcoming renewals and reporting deadlines.
• Monitor funding websites and contact networks for newly released RFPs and grant opportunities.
• Develop, implement, and maintain departmental policies and procedures to support streamlined operations.
• Supervise agency-related social media activities related to grants and public engagement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the department's success.
• Oversee the daily operations of the Grants Department, ensuring efficiency and alignment with organizational goals.
• Proactively research and identify funding opportunities, grants, and projects; develop supporting materials including pre-proposal papers and presentations.
• Lead the recruitment, assignment, and supervision of grant writers and subject matter experts as needed to support proposal development.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders-including Vice Presidents, Department Directors, and Grants staff-to gather essential content and data for grant submissions.
• Coordinate and organize team input to produce high-quality, competitive grant and proposal packages.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS in English, Communications, or a closely related subject preferred.
• Cultural Competency understanding required.
• Bilingual preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

These physical demands represent what must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. As mentioned above, reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified disabilities.

Seeing Hearing Speaking

Stooping/Bending Working in cramped spaces Moving around facility

Moving between offices/clients Driving - light errands Climbing

Lifting/carrying heavy items Driving - in the course of job duties Using hands/fingers

Pushing/pulling/dragging items Standing for long periods Sitting for long periods
Working outside/underground

I can perform the above functions:
Without accommodation With accommodation. If so, please specify:

OTHER DUTIES

This job description isn't a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Employee signature constitutes an understanding of the job requirements, essential functions, and duties.

TURN is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religious creed, and sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions).