Associate Director of Development

Company: Jewish Family Service of San Diego
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Position Title : Associate Director, Development Organization : Jewish Family Service of San Diego Department: Development Position Type : Full-Time (37.5 hours/week), Exempt Work Setting: Fully Onsite Reports To: Sr. Director of Individual Giving Pay Range: $90,000 - $100,000/year Total Compensation : In addition to standard pay, compensation for this position includes: Comprehensive, low-cost healthcare coverage for employees Generous employer 401(k) contributions Employer-covered life insurance Time Away from Work: Being able to take time away from work is critical in bringing your best self to work. Time off benefits for this position include: Paid vacation time and sick leave 15 paid holidays, including Federal and Jewish holidays (as long as the holiday lands on a normal scheduled work day), and floating holidays 2 Wellness Days to be taken any time during the year to support employees’ mental wellness Position Overview: JFS is looking for a compassionate, mission-driven individual to join the Advancement team as the Associate Director of Development. In this role, you have the opportunity to use your relationship management and donor engagement skills and past development or sales experience to make a meaningful difference in your community and help change lives across San Diego. The Associate Director of Development plays an integral role on the team and supports the entire agency by advancing the organization’s mission through effective fundraising and donor relationship management. This position reports directly to the Senior Director of Individual Giving and works closely with the other Development Directors and the rest of the Advancement team. Responsibilities : Cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of about 150-200 individual donors and prospects to secure both major and annual gifts. Serve as the primary relationship manager for assigned donors and prospects, driving engagement strategies to increase giving levels. Collaborate with Development team members and relevant program staff to align donor interests with organizational priorities. Develop and maintain a strong understanding of JFS programs, strategic goals, and fundraising priorities to effectively communicate the case for support. Ensure all donor interactions are recorded and maintained in the donor database (Raiser’s Edge). Lead the new donor stewardship series including strategy development, email communications, personalized outreach, and special invitations. Plan and execute new donor engagement events throughout the year that educate, inspire, and build long-term relationships with supporters. Assist in the development and execution of an annual giving plan that includes individualized cultivation, solicitation, and recognition strategies. Collaborate with volunteer leadership and key stakeholders to leverage peer networks and expand donor reach. Represent JFS at donor events and community activities; travel throughout Southern California as needed. Skills/Experience/Abilities That Are a Must-Have: Strong commitment to the mission and values of Jewish Family Service. Proven success in relationship management and donor engagement, particularly in securing individual gifts. Experience planning and executing donor events and engagement campaigns. Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional relationships. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills. Strong project management and organizational abilities; ability to balance multiple priorities. Experience working with and supporting volunteer leadership in fundraising settings. Proficiency in donor database systems; experience with Raiser’s Edge strongly preferred. Skills/Abilities We’d Like You to Have : Familiarity/experience within San Diego donor community. Past experience working with planned/legacy giving. Hosting events/leading group tours. Other Duties: Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Important Notice: Please submit your resume and cover letter on your application. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. Please, no phone calls. Please, principals only. Please, local candidates only (relocation is not provided). About Jewish Family Service of San Diego Jewish Family Service of San Diego is a client-centered, impact-driven organization working to build a stronger, more resilient community. For over 100 years, Jewish Family Service has been a trusted resource for the entire community, offering an array of services that are always life-changing, and often life-saving. At Jewish Family Service, we believe our employees are the backbone of our Agency. We strive to ensure that each employee is treated with dignity and respect. Our goal is your success. Come work at JFS and be our partner in Moving Forward Together . To learn more about JFS, please visit jfssd.org. *Jewish Family Service is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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