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How much do assistant development director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant development director in Colorado is $75,678.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,800.00 and $94,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an assistant development director do?

An Assistant Development Director supports the Development Director in managing fundraising strategies, donor relations, and event planning for an organization, often within non-profits or educational institutions. Their responsibilities typically include coordinating fundraising campaigns, assisting with grant writing, managing donor databases, and supporting stewardship efforts. They may also help with budget management, marketing efforts, and volunteer coordination to ensure fundraising goals are met. This role is key in helping the organization build strong relationships with donors and secure the resources necessary for its mission.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant development director?

To thrive as an Assistant Development Director, you need a solid background in fundraising, donor relations, and project management, often supported by a degree in nonprofit management, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with donor management systems like Raiser’s Edge or Salesforce, and experience with grant writing and event planning, are typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, persuasive communication, and strategic thinking help build lasting partnerships and motivate teams. These competencies ensure successful fundraising campaigns, strong stakeholder engagement, and the overall growth of the organization.

How does an assistant development director typically collaborate with other departments within a nonprofit organization?

An Assistant Development Director works closely with various departments, such as marketing, communications, finance, and program teams, to coordinate fundraising campaigns and donor engagement initiatives. They often partner with communications staff to create compelling messaging, with finance to ensure proper tracking of donations, and with program teams to understand funding needs and impact stories. This cross-departmental collaboration ensures that fundraising efforts are aligned with the organization’s mission and that donors receive accurate, inspiring updates. Building strong relationships internally is key to creating successful fundraising strategies and advancing organizational goals.

What is the difference between Assistant Development Director vs Development Coordinator?

AspectAssistant Development DirectorDevelopment Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree, experience in fundraising or developmentBachelor's degree often preferred, entry-level experience
Work EnvironmentNonprofit organizations, educational institutions, arts organizationsNonprofits, community organizations, charities
ResponsibilitiesSupports development strategies, manages donor relations, assists in campaign planningCoordinates events, manages donor databases, assists with communication

The Assistant Development Director typically holds a more strategic role with responsibilities in planning and donor management, while the Development Coordinator focuses on operational tasks like event coordination and database management. Both roles are essential in nonprofit fundraising but differ in scope and seniority.

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Assistant Development Director jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Assistant Development Director job openings:

Education & Workforce Development Coordinator (In-Person)

Northglenn, CO

Rocky Mountain Chapter Independent Electrical Cont

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Support the IECRM Training Department by planning, supporting, and implementing Continuing Education (CEU) and Career College (CC) courses both in-class and online.

  • Coordinate classroom and remote training needs, manage audio, video, and technology requirements, and oversee classroom setup and access for scheduled classes.

  • Develop and execute outreach programs, organize and attend career and job fairs, and collaborate on workforce development strategies and grant opportunities.


Job description

About the Role:


The Education & Workforce Development Coordinator has the essential role of supporting the IECRM Training Department by providing the necessary planning, support and implementation of all IECRM Continuing Education (CEU) and Career College (CC) Courses - both In-Class and Online. These responsibilities will include scheduling, outreach, communication to instructors, students, contractor members and colleagues. This role will collaborate with the IECRM Training Director to develop new models for the delivery of continuing education classes and support the outreach for the organization’s workforce development strategies including but not limited to career and job fairs. This role will collaborate with the Development and Training teams on grant development and is responsible for sourcing, applying for, and implementing funding opportunities.

The Education & Workforce Development Coordinator will oversee and be proficient in managing all CEU and CC audio, video and technology needs for instruction and coordinate room set-up and access to the IECRM facility for classes that are scheduled for off hours. This position will also be responsible for organizing and maintaining a process for the purchase of instructional materials for courses, IECRM branded items and specific supplies required for Continuing Education and Career College classes.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Ensure that all of IECRM’s CEUs, Career College Classes and Instructor documentation is current and maintained within the guidelines of the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) and Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE)
  • Ensure compliance with other reciprocating states on electrical license requirements
  • Coordinate with the Training Department in all aspects of classroom and remote training needs
  • Collaborate with the IECRM Training Manager to facilitate, maintain and advance the IECRM Academic Calendar
  • In conjunction with the Training Director, implement new models for the structure and delivery of continuing education classes
  • Communicate and serve as the liaison with Contractor Members and Industry Partners on IECRM Continuing Education initiatives
  • Maintain all Career College and CEU classroom needs (including A/V equipment) in order to provide for an environment conducive to learning
  • Coordinate classroom presentations, if needed
  • Distribute the necessary support materials needed by the Career College or CEU Instructor
  • Collect and maintain instructor evaluations, rosters, certificates and sign-In sheets
  • Develop, implement and execute outreach programs and awareness campaigns for high schools and Workforce Development programs
  • Oversee, plan, schedule and attend all career and job fairs
  • Implement and support Workforce Development strategies of the association
  • Assist the Training Manager and Compliance Manager with student documentation and data entry as needed
  • Collaborate with Development Director and other staff on grant funding including sourcing, applying for, and implementing grant opportunities
  • Cooperatively and productively communicate with all IECRM staff to ensure that all training related duties, tasks, and responsibilities are completed in a timely manner including scheduling, course logistics and materials, marketing and promotion
  • Assist Training Director with IECRM Committees for certification and scheduling
  • Maintain IECRM book inventory through periodic supply counts and consistent logging
  • Coordinate and collaborate with the Marketing Manager on inventory management for branded swag and sales items
  • Collaborate with CFO on book ordering and supply management
  • Assist in all IECRM events whenever possible, including set-up, execution

Skills and Qualifications

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite products
  • Ability to perform physical tasks required to set-up for meetings, expos, and events
  • Experience using business email services, such as Gmail and Outlook
  • Previous experience with, or an ability to learn to use common office equipment, such as modern phone systems, printers, and copy machines
  • Comfortable job-shifting and handling multiple requests from different individuals and departments
  • Experience in construction trades highly recommended
  • Residential, commercial, and/or industrial electrical knowledge preferred
  • Ability to work quickly and in a potentially high-stress, dynamic environment
  • Strong communication skills and extremely self-motivated
  • Highly organized and capable of creating organizational systems that others easily utilize
  • Attention to detail and maintaining high-quality standards is a must
  • Experience with database technologies
  • Excellent service-driven customer-focused skills
  • Superior organizational and strong time management and people skills, including flexibility and multitasking
  • Northern Colorado applicants encouraged to apply!

Position reports to: Training Manager

Salary Range: $50,000-60,000 a year

IECRM offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision coverage, retirement savings, short term disability, life insurance, wellness reimbursement, and paid time off.  This is a full-time role.  Typical hours are 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours to support training or member events. 

Posting Timeline: Until 6/1/26 or until filled, may extend timeline as needed