Are you ready to forge the path towards Filoli's strategic vision and long-term sustainabilty?

The Chief Development Officer (CDO) will be responsible for planning, implementing, overseeing, and assessing
Filoli’s comprehensive development strategies to support the organization’s mission, vision, and long-term sustainability. The CDO will report to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and will serve as a key member of the
Executive Team. The CDO will represent Filoli’s philanthropic goals to all constituencies, will foster a culture of philanthropy and will advance ambitious fundraising objectives, including the $75M comprehensive six-year campaign (2024-2030), Cultivating Filoli’s Future, that seeks to raise $50M to support Preserving Heritage and Enhancing Guest Experiences projects and $25M in support of Sustainable Practices and Ecosystem Management.

The CDO manages Filoli’s annual fund, major gifts, corporate and foundation giving, planned giving, and fundraising events, and will oversee all aspects of donor engagement and stewardship. The CDO will be a member of Filoli’s Executive Team and will work closely with the CEO, Board of Directors, staff, fundraising volunteers, and community to cultivate new donors while energizing and stewarding existing relationships. In addition to maintaining a personal portfolio of major donors, the CDO will oversee campaign management, ensuring the success of initiatives that align with Filoli’s strategic vision and growth.

Filoli provides a competitive and equitable compensation package. The range for the annual salary is estimated between $223,000 and $259,000. Employee benefits include paid vacation (15 days based on management status), sick leave, personal days, holidays, health, long-term disability, life insurance, and a voluntary 401(k) retirement plan.

To submit a cover letter and resume with a summary of demonstrable accomplishments (electronic submissions preferred), please visit:  https://artsconsulting.com/opensearches/filoli-historic-house-and-garden-seeks-chief-development-officer/ 

For questions or general inquiries about this job opportunity, please contact: 

Luisa Adrianzen Guyer, Vice President
Ernest Figueroa, Associate Vice President
Address: 818 SW 3rd Avenue, Suite 236
Portland, OR 97204-2405
Tel (888) 234.4236 Ext. 243
Email: filoli@artsconsulting.com

Lead and shape the future of one of the most beautiful and historically significant gardens in the U.S., where horticulture, landscape and conservation go hand-in-hand. 

Filoli, a historic public garden nestled in the Santa Cruz Mountains just South of San Francisco, is seeking an experienced, hands-on Director of Horticulture & Conservation. This role provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to blend traditional horticultural excellence with forward-thinking land conservation strategies.

In this role, you will be rewarded with a market-leading base salary ($154,000 to $184,000 depending on experience), and access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your personal and professional well-being. We are proud to cover 95% of your medical premiums, along with 100% employee coverage for dental and vision, plus, generous paid time off, wellbeing programs, a 401(k) with company match, and stipends to unlock career growth and development.

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