Job Description

Career Opportunity: Director of Development and Fundraising with Gladden Community House in Columbus, OH

Are you a strategic relationship builder with a passion for advancing a meaningful mission? If you have the leadership and fundraising expertise to grow community support and create lasting impact, this opportunity may be for you.

Gladden Community House is seeking a Director of Development & Fundraising to lead its comprehensive fundraising strategy and strengthen awareness of the organization throughout Central Ohio and beyond. Reporting to the President & CEO, this senior-level leader will cultivate donor and community relationships, guide annual and major-gift initiatives, oversee fundraising communications and marketing, and help advance Gladden’s strategic plan and mission.

As the Director of Development & Fundraising, you will:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy encompassing corporate and foundation giving, annual campaigns, major gifts, planned giving, and special events.
• Identify, research, cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with individuals, corporations, foundations, and other high-potential donors.
• Partner with the President & CEO, development staff, senior leaders, and colleagues across the organization to advance fundraising goals.
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors to establish priorities, engage members in fundraising activities, and report on advancement progress.
• Lead marketing and communications strategies that promote Gladden’s mission, programs, services, and fundraising initiatives.
• Use data and reporting tools to monitor results, identify trends, guide strategy, and maintain accurate, valuable CRM.
• Ensure compliance with legal and ethical fundraising practices.
• Serve as a knowledgeable ambassador for Gladden, build mutually beneficial community partnerships, and represent the organization at public events.
• Contribute to Gladden’s strategic direction, trusted brand, positive reputation, and collaborative culture, with the potential to manage team members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, humanities, social sciences, or related discipline, or extensive relevant professional experience.
• At least five years of experience in professional sales, nonprofit business development, community relations, or a related field.
• A proven ability to develop and sustain long-term professional relationships.
• Demonstrated nonprofit experience as an employee or volunteer and a genuine passion for mission-driven work.
• Positive, engaging leadership and a collaborative, collegial approach.
• Strong organizational, written, verbal, and relationship-management skills.
• Proficiency with technology, databases, current applications, and social media.
• Experience with nonprofit boards, fundraising events, grant writing, proposals, business cases, or CRM systems is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary range of $85,000–$95,000 annually
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan and life insurance
• Paid holidays, three personal days, and generous vacation time
• Accrued sick leave with rollover, subject to plan limits

About Gladden Community House:

Gladden Community House is a settlement house serving the Franklinton and near west side neighborhoods of Columbus, Ohio since 1905. Today Gladden’s programs serve thousands of neighborhood children and families as well as clients throughout Franklin County enrolled in our homelessness prevention and family support services.

The Director of Development & Fundraising will help share Gladden’s history, impact, and vision, while building the partnerships and resources needed to sustain and grow its essential services.

If you are passionate about helping others and making a meaningful impact, apply online at or email job@strategichrinc.com and be part of Gladden Community House’s future!

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