PENINSULA OPEN SPACE TRUST
DIRECTOR OF INDIVIDUAL GIVING
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THIS POSITION IS HYBRID. THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL WORK 2-4 DAYS PER WEEK WORKING IN THE PALO ALTO OFFICE, IN PERSON WITH DONORS, OR TOURING POST PROPERTIES.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Director of Individual Giving reports to and partners with the Vice President of Development to design and implement strategies that grow and maximize individual contributed revenue. This role leads the execution of initiatives to expand and deepen POST’s annual, major, and campaign donor base, in close coordination with the Director of Annual Giving on overall pipeline strategy. The Director has a team of six, maintains a personal portfolio of donors, and drives continuous innovation and operational improvements to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the fundraising team.
LOCATION:
Palo Alto, CA; Hybrid Role (2-4 days per week working in our Palo Alto office, in person with donors, or touring POST properties.)
YOU ARE:
A seasoned fundraising leader with a proven record of securing six-figure gifts, inspiring confidence among donors, and advancing ambitious philanthropic goals.
A collaborative team builder who thrives on developing, mentoring, and motivating staff to meet and exceed performance goals.
A strategic thinker with the ability to design and implement innovative donor engagement strategies that strengthen the giving pipeline.
A relationship-driven professional who communicates with clarity, authenticity, and warmth, cultivating trust with donors, colleagues, and partners.
A mission-driven individual with a deep commitment to conservation, open space protection, and the communities POST serves.
A flexible, hands-on leader who navigates complexity with ease, balancing big-picture vision with attention to operational details.
SALARY/BENEFITS
Salary Range is $173,880-$193,200.
Benefits include:
POST provides basic medical coverage at no cost to the employee and contributes 50% of the cost for dependent coverage
Premium employee vision and dental plans
Life & AD&D insurance equal to one year’s salary (max. $140,000, paid for by POST)
Long-and Short-Term Disability coverage paid for by POST
Voluntary Life & AD&D insurance (the opportunity to purchase additional life insurance for employee, spouse, or children up to certain maximums)
Flexible Spending Account (Section 125 Plan)
15 vacation days per year in the first year, and 20 days per year following four years of employment
Sick leave accrues at the rate of 12 days per year
After one year of service, paid maternity/paternity/family medical leave
POST typically observes 12 paid holidays annually, plus one additional flex day per year
401(k) retirement plan, with 4% safe harbor contribution plus 4% match opportunity beginning after one year of service; contribution and match are vested immediately
Free Caltrain Go Pass for unlimited rides and other commuter (parking & biking) benefits
WellHub Fitness membership or wellness reimbursement
Free access to our Modern Health wellness platform including 10 free coaching and 10 free clinical therapy sessions per year for staff and eligible dependents
Flexible hours and hybrid work arrangements
Cell phone/home internet stipend
Dog-friendly office
Hybrid Work: 2-4 days per week working in our Palo Alto office, in person with donors, or touring POST properties.
EQUITY STATEMENT
POST’s Core Values:
Nature Connects Us All: We believe that we are part of an interconnected web of life and that diversity of all types creates strength and resilience. In our work, we strive to protect and heal the ecosystems that support our collective well-being.
Act Today for the Long-Term: We take action today in ways that support our bold, long-term vision. We accept and balance the tension between the present and the future while staying true to our purpose.
Commit to Learning and Growth: We are creative, curious and courageous in our approaches and willing to change course when necessary. We learn from our successes and mistakes.
Care About How We Work: We believe all living things should be treated with dignity. We acknowledge the many injustices against people and nature. We are dedicated to strive for equity in our actions.
Honor Our Collective Strengths: We have the most positive impact when we work together toward a shared vision. We catalyze, collaborate and complement to support the best outcomes for all.
Our Acknowledgment of Indigenous Communities
TO APPLY
Please submit your resume and a cover letter describing how you connect with our mission and why you are a great fit for this role here.
Please note: All applications should be sent directly to POST’s search partner, Cook Silverman. Any applications submitted via POST’s Careers page will be forwarded to Cook Silverman for review.
All applications will be kept confidential, and every applicant will receive a response.
POST is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create and maintain a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We believe diversity and equity is central to our mission to protect open space in our region for the benefit of all. POST is committed to creating an inclusive, values-driven workplace where all employees can thrive.