Grants and Development Manager

WHO WE ARE

Since 1993, The Pathfinder Network (TPN) has been providing justice-system impacted individuals and their families the tools and support they need to be safe and thrive in our communities. We serve individuals experiencing incarceration, those reentering the community, those on forms of community supervision, their families, and their children, within 9 of Oregon’s 11 corrections facilities and in the community in Multnomah, Jackson, Marion, and Clackamas Counties. We develop and deliver a comprehensive scope of evidence-based, trauma-, gender- and culturally-responsive cognitive behavioral-based programs, including our proprietary, evidence-based curriculum Parenting Inside Out, which is the highest-rated parenting skills curriculum for parents involved with the criminal justice system. Our community programs feature holistic wraparound individual and group support and services. We serve an average of 3,000 people a year agency-wide.
 

We show up for our employees by providing support and resources in six key areas that make up our total package, and we always strive to expand on what we offer: compensation, development, wellness, benefits, recognition and service. This includes:

• Generous paid time off (12 accrued vacation days + 12 accrued sick days during your first year of employment, mental wellness hours)
• 17 paid days of significance each year
• Extended holiday days of significance with a week off at the end of the year and 3 4-day weekends
• Paid 30-minute lunch breaks
• Employer-paid employee-only medical, vision and dental coverage starting first day of employment
• Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Assistance Program, and employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account
• 401k retirement plan with 3% employer match, fully vested immediately
• Employer-paid short-term disability and accidental death and dismemberment
• Employment with TPN may mean you are eligible for Public Service Student Loan forgiveness
• Employee recognition program, staff appreciation awards and swag store
• Bilingual pay differential for eligible positions
• Shared Leadership model and opportunities to contribute to agency success and growth
• Development opportunities and trainings

We are intentional about building a healthy and thriving organizational culture and envision a community of staff, partners, volunteers, and donors who are deeply committed to equitable, just and anti-racist practices in every facet of our organization. We engage in continual learning and seek ways to operationalize equitable and inclusive practices. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions.

At TPN, we envision communities that welcome all people, provide second chances, and create pathways to change. We believe all people have the capacity to change. We honor the dignity and worth of every individual, engage our clients and employees with compassion, and bring excellence to all we do. To learn more, go to https://www.thepathfindernetwork.org/about/.
 

HIRING PRACTICES

We admit that there is no such thing as the perfect candidate. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t meet each and every position requirement – instead, use your application to let us know what excites you about the role and what transferable skills or other qualities you would like to bring to TPN!

If reasonable accommodation or an alternative form of this application are needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Director of People and Culture at ewatson@thepathfindernetwork.org or 503.892.5396.

TPN hires a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.

In practice, this means we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a parent, marital status, political affiliation, or military or veteran status. We also take seriously the idea that our work benefits from a genuine commitment to diversity, by considering applications from individuals representing all kinds of backgrounds.

WHAT YOU WILL BE COUNTED ON TO DO

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background.

You will be instrumental in meeting The Pathfinder Networks’ (TPN) annual contributed revenue goals with a focus on raising funds through foundation and government (federal, state, and county) grants and corporate and individual donors. You are an exceptional storyteller with a keen editorial eye for detail; are self-directed while managing multiple projects and deadlines; and thrive in a fast-paced, busy environment. This keystone role is integral to fueling our programmatic work and touches all corners of the organization in working to live out and advance the mission of TPN.  

We are looking for a development champion to join an innovative organization that is making a positive impact in the lives of community members impacted by the criminal justice system. This position will work closely with the Executive Director to ensure that the agency has the resources needed to carry out our mission. We are seeking a visionary, collaborative, and inclusive leader who is looking to grow with the agency. 

Responsibilities 

Grants Writing and Management (55% of your time) 

• Manage and conduct the full range of activities needed to develop persuasive proposals for grant requests. This includes attending funder information sessions, the writing of narratives, coordinating preparation of budgets with the Finance Department, development of final materials for submission, and submitting final applications, ensuring all deadlines are met. This also includes informing and engaging any relevant staff members.
• Manage grant project portfolio averaging 5-7 projects per month and maintain all tracking sheets and calendars.
• Create and manage annual grants plans and facilitate all grant meetings.
• Process, monitor, and coordinate required reports on new and existing grants. Work closely with teams across the agency.
• Assist with applications for earned revenue opportunities for the agency.
• Engage staff from across the organization in the grant writing process. Be a content expert on agency programs and their impact and regularly engage with programs and program staff.

Development (40% of your time) 

• Lead the implementation of TPN’s strategic Development Plan.
• Develop and execute TPN’s annual development plan, including annual funding priorities, goals and activities, in collaboration with agency leadership and staff to increase awareness, visibility and revenue to support the mission and strategic direction of TPN. Work in partnership with agency leadership and staff to develop annual funding priorities that are mission aligned.
• Manage the on-going research and tracking of funding prospects from various sources that match the strategic priorities of TPN.
• Develop and manage the individual donor program including ongoing stewardship efforts, donor database (NeonOne), and cultivate successful relationships with national, regional and local grant-making individuals and organizations.
• Create and implement an in-kind donation and corporate sponsorship strategy collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Share the TPN story and the impact of our work through media and written and verbal communication. Attend events and represent TPN in the community to increase support for the agency and its work.
• Work closely with the Marketing and Communications Manager on communications related to Development activities.
• Support the Board of Directors in fundraising efforts and lead board development related to fundraising, including leading the Board Fundraising Committee.
• Oversee, plan and execute annual fundraising initiatives to achieve revenue goals including Giving Tuesday and Year-End Appeal campaigns, stewardship activities, events, and major gifts.
• Lead efforts to produce annual impact reports and other reports on impact throughout the year.
• Lead planning of events and fundraisers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Participation in Shared Leadership (=5% of your time) 

• Be a champion in the shaping and sustaining of a diverse, equitable, inclusive and just workplace, with a focus towards creating racial equity.
• Participate on cross-departmental teams or committees regarding organizational policies, processes and work environment
• Participate in Temporary Teams, Equity Team, Employee Resource Groups, and other teams
• Contribute individualized skills, knowledge, experience and expertise to help the agency reach its mission

WHO YOU WILL BE COUNTED ON TO BE

Required Cultural Values: Staff are expected to embody certain cultural values to support TPN’s mission: communicate effectively, value one another, show respect, demonstrate accountability, display a high level of self-awareness, participate in shared leadership and continuous growth and learning, live values of diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging and engage in personal work to further DEIJB values and impact. 

Commitment to Racial Justice. Staff are expected to interact effectively across racially diverse teams, partners, and experiences, apply a racial equity lens in their work and commit to the ongoing work required to move TPN toward a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive and just organization. 

 Experience and skills we are interested in: 

• Equivalent to an Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Four or more years of related experience
• Effective oral and written communications skills with an ability to relate with a diverse group of individuals or organizations in an effective manner
• Experience with government grants preferred
• Non-profit experience and/or lived experience with the criminal justice system and/or child welfare system
• Intermediate level computer capabilities in use of databases, web-based environments, word processing, email, and spreadsheets
• Must pass a criminal history background check (a criminal record is not automatically disqualifying), employment verification, and drug screen
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a motor vehicle during work hours that is covered by adequate car insurance
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check that meets the organization’s underwriting criteria.

OTHER INFORMATION 

Working Conditions/Travel Requirements 

The Pathfinder Network follows public health guidance for any public health emergencies and will remain in compliance with any vaccination or isolation requirements from partner agencies.   
 

This position will be hybrid with the ability to work remotely up to 60% of the time. Attendance at in-person meetings and events will be required.  This is a full-time, exempt position working 40 hours each week. Typical days of work are Monday through Friday and may include weekend, afternoon and evening hours.   
 

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. 
 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. 
 

Regular travel for errands, program site visits, training, events and meetings will be required with advanced notice. 
 

Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 
 

Compensation and Benefits: This is an exempt, full-time position. The hiring rate for this position is $71,295 - $75,637 per year, DOE. Salary offers are determined in conjunction with an internal pay equity assessment.