THE ORGANIZATION
The Glacier National Park Conservancy is the philanthropic and outreach partner to Glacier
National Park. The Conservancy enriches the Glacier National Park experience by providing
strategic investment in preservation, education and research programs that meaningfully
engage visitors and supporters, sustaining Glacier’s heritage for generations to come.
The Conservancy was established in 2013, following the merger of two respected organizations;
Glacier Natural History Association, and Glacier National Park Fund. The Conservancy programs
and events extend the mission internationally, from its base camp in beautiful Flathead Valley.
The Conservancy operates retail bookstores within and outside the Park setting, all in support
of Park programs. The Conservancy is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit. Visit www.gnpconservancy.org for
additional detail and information.
THE RESOURCE
Glacier National Park preserves more than a million acres of forests, alpine meadows, lakes,
rugged peaks and glacial-carved valleys in the Northern Rocky Mountains. Its diverse habitats
are home to nearly 70 species of mammals including the grizzly bear, wolverine, gray wolf and
lynx. The park contains more than 375 historic properties and six national historic landmarks.
Over 270 species of birds visit or reside in the park. The landscape is a hiker's paradise that is
traversed by more than 740 miles of maintained trails. Glacier Park's varied climate influences
and its location at the headwaters of the Pacific, Atlantic and Hudson Bay drainages have given
rise to an incredible variety of plants and animals.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: DIRECTOR OF PHILANTHROPY
The primary purpose of the Director of Philanthropy is to oversee all fundraising, development,
and membership activities. The Director of Philanthropy reports to the CEO and works closely
with the Board of Directors’ Philanthropy Committee and Glacier National Park leadership team
to envision, develop, and implement a short and long-range strategic fundraising plan for
Glacier/Conservancy priorities.
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
 Manage all aspects of the Conservancy fundraising program which includes individual,
foundation, and corporate giving, proposal writing and editing, and grant management
and reporting
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Develop and communicate a broad vision for fundraising by developing annual and long
range strategic fundraising plans to meet identified goals, incorporate existing programs,
and identify new opportunities
Stay current on national funding sources and trends to help position Conservancy ahead of
major funding changes or trends
Develop and implement strategies to increase Conservancy effectiveness in organizational
capacity building, both with membership and across the philanthropic sector
Strengthen and expand the Membership program, creating and executing a strategy for a
large sustained base of annual individual donors (members)
Implement and grow a planned giving program with an emphasis on bequests and other
simple planned giving vehicles
DONOR DEVELOPMENT
 Work with the Board of Directors and CEO to cultivate and build high-impact relationships
that will support the Conservancy’s current and future vision and plans
 Have primary responsibility for the development and implementation of a long-term
stewardship program aimed at cultivating deeper ties with donors and planned giving
donors
 Maintain professional contacts with all key donors preparing appropriate progress reports
and ensuring adequate management of grants and other gifts
 Monitor all donor information; provide and present statistical analysis to board and senior
leaders
LEADERSHIP AND TEAM DEVELOPMENT
 Serve actively as a member of the Conservancy external relations team, working
collaboratively with Conservancy staff on initiatives and fundraising programs for the
Conservancy and the National Park Service at Glacier National Park
 Function as an articulate, enthusiastic, and visible spokesperson for the organization and
senior leader of the organization
 Provide clear and compelling program leadership, including the ability to articulate and
implement a vision and strategy
 Identify, develop, and mentor the Philanthropy and Membership teams
 Establish and monitor staff development and performance. Assign accountabilities, set
objectives, determine goals, establish priorities, and conduct annual performance
appraisals
 Manage the development program data base and oversee staff responsible for data entry
and gift processing
FINANCIAL
 Establish and implement departmental infrastructure needed to grow the Philanthropy
budget (undesignated and restricted funds) through the solicitation of major gifts, federal
and state grants, special events, and corporate and foundation support
 Expand and diversify Conservancy donor base and work closely with other team members
to secure funding for new initiatives
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Meet profit & loss project goals and develop and manage the department budget
BOARD RELATIONS
 Advise the Board of Directors, CEO and NPS executives on fundraising policies, procedures,
issues and trends related to working with the National Park Service
 Partner with the Philanthropy committee Chair and other Board members to ensure their
engagement in achieving Conservancy development goals
 Work closely with the Philanthropy Committee Chair to identify key issues and set
appropriate agenda for committee meetings
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, CHARACTERISTICS
 A minimum of five years’ experience in directly related positions that have included primary
responsibility for a comprehensive philanthropy program of a nonprofit organization.
Significant experience in strategic, managerial and “nuts and bolts” elements of
philanthropy work.
 Proven experience and knowledge of the key elements of nonprofit philanthropy functions
including major gifts, annual fund, membership acquisition and development, capital
campaign, foundation and corporate giving, and planned giving.
 Successful track record in strategic planning and design of a new philanthropy program,
undertaking all aspects of fundraising including, but not limited to, major gifts program,
donor cultivation, and capital campaigns.
 Significant experience in working directly with a Board of Directors, Philanthropy
committee, fundraising committees, and government executives.
 Knowledge of legal and ethical framework for fundraising.
 Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to work
in a team environment to accomplish the goals of the organization.
 Experience organizing and managing events for the purpose of cultivating prospective
friends of the organization.
 Prior work with a public lands or environmental organization is highly desirable.
 Ability to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic, growing start up environment.
 Experience with donor database. Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge experience preferred.
 Ability to occasionally work long hours and weekends.
 Must be willing to travel frequently to locations throughout the country to meet with
prospective donors.
 Bachelor’s degree (minimum).
Compensation
Glacier National Park Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive
salary and benefit package.
To Apply
Well qualified applicants should send an electronic resume and compelling letter of
introduction describing your suitability for the position to: