Director of Development

Position: Director of Development Saint Francis Xavier of Petoskey Employment Type: Part-time Location: Petoskey, MI The Director of Development will be responsible for coordinating, overseeing, and advancing all fundraising and development efforts across the entire parish organization, including: Saint Francis Xavier Church Saint Francis Xavier School Child Development Center (CDC) Brother Dan’s Food Pantry The position will provide leadership and strategic direction for all fundraising initiatives, including: Individual Giving: Annual appeals, recurring donations, and general parish giving.

Major Gifts: Identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major donors and developing long-term donor relationships. Institutional Giving: Identifying and pursuing grants from foundations, corporations, and other funding institutions. Special Events: Planning, coordinating, and overseeing fundraising events and development activities.

Planned Giving: Establishing and promoting legacy gifts, estate planning opportunities, and other long-term giving initiatives. The Director of Development will work collaboratively with the Pastor, Business Manager, School Principal, CDC leadership, and other ministry leaders to develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy that supports the mission and long-term financial sustainability of the entire parish organization.

This is currently being offered as part-time employment with the potential to transition to full-time employment. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume.