Development Director JD & Comp Benchmark

Hire the right fundraiser at the right number.

Development Director is the role most commonly hired at the wrong salary — because most boards use national averages instead of what a Development Director in their city, at their org size, with their portfolio actually costs. This template gives you the JD and the benchmark, from CSG search data.

What’s inside

• Editable Development Director JD with sections for major gifts, institutional, and grants
• Compensation benchmark by org size, region, and portfolio type
• A one-page scorecard for the interview process
• Guidance on the two things every Development Director asks about in the offer conversation

You may not need this if: You've hired a Development Director in the last two years and know your market.