Job Description

Senior Development Director

Position Title: Senior Development Director
Location: Point Reyes Station, CA (Hybrid schedule)
Employment Type: Full Time, Exempt (40 hours a week)

Reports To: Executive Director, CLAM
Start Date: TBD

Compensation and Benefits: Salary range: $125,000–$135,000 DOE, excellent health, dental insurance, paid time off, retirement benefits, and flexible work schedule with hybrid options

Position Overview

The Senior Development Director will lead all fundraising efforts for the Community Land Trust Association of West Marin (CLAM). This includes designing and implementing annual giving campaigns, membership drives, donor cultivation, grant support, and special fundraising initiatives. The role also serves as CLAM’s primary liaison to the West Marin Housing Collaborative’s consultants, coordinating CLAM’s participation in a regional capital campaign to expand affordable housing.

This position is ideal for a strategic, relationship-driven fundraiser who is passionate about housing equity, skilled in donor engagement, and experienced in managing both annual revenue goals and large-scale campaign initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising Leadership

  • Plan, execute, and evaluate CLAM’s annual appeal, membership program, and other donor campaigns to meet revenue goals.

  • Develop and manage an integrated fundraising calendar with targeted donor engagement strategies across multiple channels (direct mail, online, events).

  • Identify, cultivate, and steward individual donors, foundation partners, and corporate sponsors.

  • Lead fundraising operations, including goal setting, workflow management, and staff supervision

Capital Campaign Coordination

  • Serve as CLAM’s primary liaison to the West Marin Housing Collaborative’s capital campaign consultants.

  • Coordinate CLAM’s campaign prospect identification, donor cultivation, and solicitation activities.

  • Track campaign commitments, pledges, and payments, ensuring accurate reporting to internal and external stakeholders.

Donor Engagement & Communications

  • Work closely with CLAM’s communications team to produce compelling donor materials, impact reports, and campaign updåates.

  • Plan and host donor recognition events and site visits.

  • Ensure timely and meaningful donor stewardship.

Marketing & Public Relations

  • Develop and implement strategic marketing and PR plans to raise awareness of CLAM’s mission, projects, and fundraising initiatives.

  • Cultivate relationships with media outlets to generate positive coverage and promote CLAM’s stories and successes.

  • Coordinate and oversee press releases, media campaigns, social media outreach, and other visibility efforts.

  • Collaborate with partners and community leaders to enhance CLAM’s public profile and engagement with broader audiences.

  • Oversee the Community Engagement & communications department and teams

Collaboration & Administration

  • Partner with the Executive Director, Director of Operations, Board Fundraising Committee, and Collaborative partners to advance shared fundraising goals.

  • Maintain accurate donor records in CLAM’s database.

  • Support grant writing and reporting efforts in collaboration with WMHC consultants, program and finance staff.

Qualifications

  • 7-10+ years’ experience in nonprofit fundraising, with demonstrated success in major gifts, campaigns, and annual giving. 

  • Proven ability to work with high-level donors, community leaders, and partners. 

  • Experience managing Capital Campaigns. 

  • Strong project management and organizational skills.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

  • Commitment to CLAM’s mission and the values of equity, inclusion, and community stewardship.

Application Process

Send your cover letter and resume to Leah Fritts Vitali, Director of Operations, at jobs@clam-ptreyes.org by November 1st, 2025.

Work Environment and Benefits

This position offers meaningful impact while working in the stunning coastal landscape of West Marin. Split your time between office, remote work, and site visits throughout breathtaking natural settings—from Pacific coastline to pastoral valleys and charming towns. Work under CLAM's supervision while also serving the entire West Marin Housing Collaborative (Stinson Beach, Bolinas, Point Reyes, Inverness, and San Geronimo Valley), making a tangible difference in communities where housing solutions are critically needed. Your work will help preserve socioeconomic diversity by creating housing opportunities for essential workers and longtime residents.

About CLAM

CLAM is a dynamic organization committed to creating affordable housing solutions in West Marin. We value team members who bring diverse skills and perspectives to our work. As our organization grows, we seek to develop our staff's talents and provide opportunities for professional advancement. 

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CLAM is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage candidates who represent the diversity of the communities we serve to apply.

Frequently cited statistics show that women and people of color, as well as other structurally marginalized groups, apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. CLAM encourages you to break that statistic and to apply! No one ever meets 100% of the qualifications. We look forward to your application.