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How much do development associate jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for development associate in Chagrin Falls, OH is $50,832.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,400.00 and $57,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a development associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Development Associate, you need strong skills in fundraising, donor relations, and written communication, often supported by a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with donor management databases (such as Raiser's Edge or Salesforce), event planning tools, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are typically required. Attention to detail, organization, and relationship-building skills help you excel in managing multiple tasks and engaging supporters. These abilities are crucial for effectively securing funding, maintaining donor engagement, and supporting the organization's growth.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a development associate in a nonprofit organization?

Development Associates in nonprofit organizations usually support fundraising activities by managing donor databases, assisting with grant writing, preparing fundraising materials, and coordinating donor communications. They often help organize events, maintain accurate records of contributions, and collaborate closely with senior development staff, program teams, and volunteers. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to balance multiple projects while meeting deadlines. As a key team member, a Development Associate contributes to building relationships with donors and supporting the organization’s mission.

What is a development associate?

A development associate is responsible for overseeing fundraising activities and recording donations, typically for a nonprofit organization. As a development associate, your job duties include generating donations, meeting with potential donors, and developing effective fundraising campaigns. The minimum qualifications to begin a career as a development associate include a high school diploma, although some employers may prefer a bachelor’s degree in business management or public administration. To succeed in this role, you need to possess strong organizational skills, and it helps to have a passion for helping others. Employers prefer candidates who have prior job experience working on fundraising efforts and marketing campaigns for nonprofit groups.

How much does a senior development associate make?

A senior development associate typically earns between $60,000 and $85,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and organization size. They often have advanced skills in fundraising, grant writing, and project management, which can influence salary levels.

Is a development associate a stressful job?

A development associate role can involve deadlines, grant writing, and coordinating fundraising efforts, which may create periods of stress. However, the level of stress varies depending on the organization, workload, and experience of the individual. Strong organizational skills and time management can help manage job-related stress effectively.
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Infographic showing various Development Associate job openings in Chagrin Falls, OH as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,832 per year, or $24.4 per hour.

Development Associate

Case Western Reserve University

Cleveland, OH • On-site

$49K - $62K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

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Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Case Western Reserve University is committed to providing a transparent estimate of the salary range available for this position at the time of its posting. The salary range is between $49,257 and $62,311, depending on qualifications, experience, department budgets, and industry data.
Employees receive more than just a paycheck. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess.
Job Description
POSITION OBJECTIVE
The development associate is part of the Discovery Team and with primary responsibility for a high volume of prospect discovery, qualification, and solicitation across the United States. The Discovery team's work is focused on the priority of building Case Western Reserve University's pipeline for the next comprehensive campaign and to increase immediate funding while identifying prospects for longer-term cultivation efforts toward a major gift commitment.
Eighty five percent of the development associate's time will be focused on discovery, qualification, and solicitation of prospects with major gift capacity. This position involves regular travel and extensive frontline fundraising activity.
As a generalist, the development associate is comfortable representing multiple schools/units and discussing priorities across the university. The incumbent is an excellent collaborator and works closely with school-based and central development and alumni relations colleagues.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  1. Conduct a high volume of discovery visits to qualify prospects for capacity and affinity to provide philanthropic support to Case Western Reserve University . Travel 2 to 3 times per month within a designated portfolio of regions within the United States. Independently assess prospect capacity to determine appropriate response to guide conversation toward philanthropic support. Participate in creative strategic planning and recommend short and long-term goals for the development of fundraising activities. Define and evaluate strategic alternatives and provide recommendations on areas of focus and courses of action. Research and identify prospects with the ability to make a major, leadership, principal, or planned gift to CWRU and hand off active referrals to school/unit or central fundraisers. Develop engagement strategies for particular regions in collaboration with alumni engagement and national development officers. Evaluate their success in making contacts and securing visits, make adjustments as needed utilizing various outreach strategies and tools. Prioritize outreach utilizing software platforms. (55%)
  2. Conduct visits to solicit new commitments of $25,000 or more. Solicit all prospects for annual gifts of $1,000 on first visit as a method of qualification and partner with Leadership Annual Giving Officers for upgrade strategies. Raise funds for all schools and units and priorities with a donor-centric approach. (30%)
  3. Work closely with Advancement Services to update and maintain donor and prospect biographical information, wealth indicators, and communication preferences in the CRM and track all outreach and activity per Prospect Management Policies. (15%)

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Perform other duties as assigned. (<1>
CONTACTS
Department: Frequent contact with the vice presidents, associate vice presidents, executive directors, senior directors, and directors of departments. Contact with staff as required to perform essential functions.
University: Contact with senior level administrative staff, senior staff in colleges and management centers, chief development officers, university relations and development staff, faculty, and board of trustees.
External: Contact with alumni and friends of the university.
Students: Contact with students and student volunteers.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
No direct supervisory responsibility.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: 1 or more years of relevant professional experience, and an interest in front line fundraising required.
Education/Licensing: Bachelor's degree required. Driver's license required.
REQUIRED SKILLS
  1. Demonstrated ability to interact effectively through exceptional interpersonal face-to-face, verbal, and written communication skills, with a demonstrated temperament to work effectively with a wide variety of constituencies, both inside and outside the organization.
  2. Ability to tactfully manage relationships with internal and external constituencies and have purposeful conversations that build philanthropic relationships.
  3. Passion for making connections and having conversations daily with new people.
  4. Energized by social interactions and comfortable making direct solicitations.
  5. Ability to organize, establish objectives and priorities and achieve goals in an aggressive organizational environment. Driven to meet high-volume metrics.
  6. Willingness and ability to travel regularly.
  7. Must be able to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues.
  8. Professional integrity, enthusiasm, and a record of ongoing professional commitment and contribution. Ability to meet consistent attendance.
  9. High degree of energy, creativity, flexibility, organization.
  10. Prefer computer proficiency (including Microsoft Office and Development software) and the ability to learn new programs.
  11. Prefer demonstrated capacity to treat confidential materials with discretion.
  12. Ability to demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.
  13. Willingness to learn and work with artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies.

WORKING CONDITIONS
General office environment. Occasional night and weekend hours, with occasional travel. The employee will be required to drive while on the job.
Hybrid Eligibility
This position is eligible for hybrid work arrangement up to two remote days per week at the discretion of the department. New employees may begin a hybrid schedule upon approval from the supervisor, successful completion of an orientation period and signing the remote work checklist certification form.
EEO Statement
Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.
Reasonable Accommodations
Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the CWRU Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicants will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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