Regional Deputy Development Director of Major Gifts

Regional Deputy Development Director Of Major Gifts

The Regional Deputy Development Director is a member of the Development Department and reports directly to the Senior Director of Major Gifts. This role works closely with the DLCC's President, Board, Development Vertical leads, and leadership team to ensure donors receive the information needed to maximize their engagement and investment at our ballot level.

The Regional Deputy Development Director supports the major and mega-level donor program within the DLCC's Major Gifts channel. This role will service a portfolio of donors who have the capacity to give $10,000 or more, providing bespoke outreach by phone, email, and text message, as well as engaging donors through events, meetings, and other tactic implementation to ensure a top-tier donor experience at each stage of the donor cycle.

The DLCC is a hybrid organization located in Washington, DC. This role is eligible for permanent remote work or flexible work arrangements and requires occasional travel for organizational meetings and events. This position is part of a collective bargaining unit.

The Regional Deputy Development Director of Major Gifts is expected to model the values of the DLCC :

• CREDIBILITY : We are respected and trusted in words and actions.
• INCLUSIVE : The DLCC values the unique experience and perspective of all who work here. We strive to make all contributors feel welcomed, valued, and respected. We focus on outcomes, recognizing different people approach opportunities and challenges differently.
• INITIATIVE : We exhibit high levels of creativity in our work and need all team members to proactively contribute ideas to move our work forward.
• RESULTS DRIVEN : Our team undertakes projects professionally and executes them fully and to completion.
• RISK : We identify opportunities to employ new ideas and tactics and execute these ideas when we believe the potential reward outweighs the risk. We evaluate, learn, and improve our strategy, both when the risks pay off and when they do not.
• TEAMWORK : We work collaboratively, additively, and in sync with our colleagues. Our individual work considers the needs, capacity, and expertise of those we work alongside.

Responsibilities

Data and Process Management

Collaborate across all teams & development verticals :

Outcomes

Qualifications

Physical Requirements

The DLCC is committed to supporting employees of varying abilities and to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to thrive at the DLCC.

The requirements of this role, related to its physical demands, described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. All DLCC employees must be able to operate a computer and use a cell phone. For roles at the DLCC that include frequent business travel expectations, we can discuss reasonable alternatives to travel in some instances. Most roles also require communicating with key external stakeholders of the organization in person, via the telephone, or via email. Essential functions of the role include :

How to Apply

The salary for the Regional Deputy Director of Major Gifts is $95,000-$121,000 on an annualized basis, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The DLCC offers a generous benefits package, including :

To apply for this position, please complete an electronic application via www.dlcc.org / careers by December 16, 2025. The DLCC may review applications after this deadline in limited circumstances; however, this is not a guarantee that your application will be considered if it is not submitted by December 16, 2025. Only complete applications through the application portal will be accepted. You must also include a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to be considered for this position. When an applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to compete for this position, they may request it in writing by emailing jobs(at)dlcc.org . No calls please. Applicants will be screened on