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Maxtivity

Director of Membership

Portland, OR · On-site

$120 - $135/hr

Working closely with Foundation and Zoo leadership, including Development, Communications, Guest Services, Operations, Marketing, and Finance, the Director positions membership as a central component ...

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How much do financial development director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for financial development director in Portland, OR is $97,975.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,200.00 and $115,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a financial development director?

To thrive as a Financial Development Director, you need expertise in fundraising strategies, financial planning, and donor relations, typically backed by a degree in finance, business, or nonprofit management. Familiarity with donor management software, CRM systems, and financial analysis tools is often required. Excellent leadership, strategic communication, and relationship-building skills set top candidates apart. These abilities are vital for driving revenue growth, building sustainable funding streams, and fostering strong stakeholder engagement.

What are the typical challenges financial development directors face when leading fundraising initiatives?

Financial Development Directors often encounter challenges such as identifying new donor prospects, maintaining donor engagement, and meeting ambitious fundraising goals within tight timelines. They must balance strategic planning with hands-on relationship-building, collaborating closely with executive leadership, board members, and development staff. Navigating changing donor expectations and leveraging data-driven approaches are also key to sustaining long-term support. Adaptability and strong communication skills are essential for overcoming these obstacles and achieving organizational growth.

What is the difference between Financial Development Director vs Financial Analyst?

AspectFinancial Development DirectorFinancial Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field; often advanced degrees or certifications like CFABachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field; CFA preferred but not always required
Work EnvironmentStrategic planning, leadership, and cross-department collaborationData analysis, financial modeling, and reporting
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial institutions, corporations, and government agencies focusing on development projectsInvestment firms, corporations, and consulting firms analyzing financial data

The Financial Development Director focuses on strategic growth, fundraising, and financial planning at a high level, while the Financial Analyst concentrates on analyzing financial data to support decision-making. Both roles require strong financial credentials, but their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

What is a financial development director?

A Financial Development Director is a senior professional responsible for creating and implementing strategies to secure funding and financial support for an organization, often within non-profit, educational, or healthcare sectors. They oversee fundraising campaigns, build relationships with donors, and manage grant applications to ensure the organization's financial sustainability. Additionally, they may lead teams, coordinate events, and work closely with executive leadership to align fundraising goals with the organization's mission. Their role is crucial for driving financial growth and supporting long-term organizational success.

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Senior Director, Footwear Development

ARC'TERYX

Portland, OR • On-site

$188K - $245K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Arc'teryx rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Department:  Footwear 

Reports to:  VP, Footwear Development and Engineering 

Location: Portland, OR 

 
Your opportunity at Arc’teryx: 

As the Senior Director, Footwear Development, you will lead the product creation and development process to deliver disruptive, aspirational, and sustainable products to the market. You will oversee the execution of our seasonal footwear plans from design concept through production readiness, ensuring a consistent level of quality, fit, and performance. You will operate at the intersection of balancing the athlete’s needs, technical feasibility and business objectives while you work in lockstep with Merchandising, Design, Manufacturing and other cross-functional teams to deliver product that inspires the core mountain athlete to reach new levels of performance. 

Meet your future team: 

Our Product Creation Development team is a dynamic group spread across the globe.  It sits within our Supply Chain organization and is a center of excellence partner with our Footwear Business Unit. The Arc’teryx Footwear team creates innovative, aesthetically striking product that exceeds the core mountain athlete’s outdoors needs across climbing, hiking, and trail running categories. We are builders, problem solvers and passionate outdoor enthusiasts. Fueled by curiosity, we take an immersive approach to identifying our athlete’s future needs – then, build, test, and validate products that solve for real functional challenges. We are a passionate collective with a focus on collaborative teamwork, and our vision is to redefine the industry. 

If you were in the Senior Director, Footwear Development role now, here are some of the core activities you would be responsible for:

  • Overseeing the footwear product development process from initial concept to commercialization ready, driving sustainability, performance, and profitability goals. 

  • Acting as a critical thought partner to Supply Chain and Footwear Leadership Team as we evolve our teams’ strategic priorities. 

  • Collaborating with the Footwear and Sourcing leadership teams to establish and execute a medium to long-term partner strategy grounded in product excellence, on-time delivery, quality, and risk mitigation. 

  • Developing recommendations on our future organizational structure and the technical resources needed to support growth, and hiring the technical talent needed to address current and future needs. 

  • Fostering deep, collaborative partnerships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 partners to ensure Arc’teryx’s standards and processes are agreed upon and followed.  You will establish technical metrics and scorecards in collaboration with Supply Chain and Footwear team partners and develop a regular cadence of reviewing and acting upon them. 

  • Collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders and establishing and driving a footwear innovation agenda.  You will recommend an approach to finding solutions to the technical aspects of all projects, including leveraging teams in Portland and North Vancouver, external resources, and with Tier 1 partners in Asia. 

  • Providing a strong point of view on and heavily influencing our Sustainability agenda and our corporate mission to “Leave It Better”. 

  • Driving profitability goals through collaboration with all Footwear and cross-functional stakeholders (including Sourcing, Materials, etc.) and establishing a system by which margin targets, cost breakdown, sheets and other financial and technical data are scrutinized and reviewed. 

  • Leveraging your deep functional expertise to educate, coach and mentor others 

Here are some of the things you could be working on in the future:

  • Creating a culture of unmatched footwear product and operational excellence 

  • Hiring, coaching, and inspiring a team of talented footwear experts to drive innovation and creative vision 

  • Continuously innovating and evolving how we craft and create product to meet and exceed the needs of the guest 

  • Leading the collaboration of your team as well as the manufacturing team members to enable them the best product through clear product spec documentation of construction and engineering insight. 

Are you our next Senior Director of Footwear Development?

  • You have 15+ years’ experience in a technical aspect of the footwear industry (engineering, development, manufacturing, etc.), ideally with extensive experience in manufacturing environments in Asia 

  • You have proven experience building processes and teams from the ground up, and can lead an organization through scale and growth.  You have strong influential leadership, with the ability to drive alignment across diverse cross-functional stakeholders at all levels of the business 

  • You set a clear vision, align your team around common objectives, and foster commitment to these objectives 

  • You have an in-depth knowledge of footwear construction, foams and rubbers, pattern making, manufacturing, costing, lasts, and materials 

  • You have proven skills in interpreting design intent and product innovation 

  • You have proven performance history with domestic and offshore vendors and manufacturers 

  • You have excellent communication skills - interpersonal, written and verbal 

  • You are entrepreneurial with the ability to make decisions and take calculated risks 

  • You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutions 

  • You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity 

  • You effectively balance autonomy and collaboration 

  • You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement 

  • You seek the best (sometimes not the easiest) solutions, with an unwavering commitment to do what is right 

  • Your passion for sustainability is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it 

A reasonable estimate of the pay range is USD$188,000 - USD$245,000 at the time of this posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training. The upper end of the range is typically reserved for candidates with demonstrated expertise that is above job requirements or who bring exceptional directly transferable experience.

Total Rewards

Most new team members join between the start and midpoint of the range, where you can contribute right away while continuing to grow your craft, your collaborations, and your impact at Arc’teryx. This range reflects market alignment and the scope of the role. Individual pay is determined by your skills, experience, and level of responsibility. 

We’re committed to fair, equitable, and competitive pay, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance. Transparency is part of how we follow through on our commitments and how we honour the value you bring to our team. 

In addition to base pay, Arc’teryx supports people through benefits designed to sustain both work and life: 

  • Health & wellbeing - Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Financial wellbeing - Immediately vested 401(k) retirement savings plan matching, eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) where applicable.
  • Time & Flexibility - Paid time off and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore).
  • Family support - Parental leave for birthing and on-birthing parents, including an option to ease the transition back to work.
  • Growth, community & gear - Professional development opportunities, Arc'teryx Academies (outdoor skill-building events), Employee Belonging Councils, and access to employee discounts and Pro Deals (exclusive discounted pricing on gear). 

 *Eligibility for certain programs may vary by role. 

Equal Opportunity
 
Arc’teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance. 
 
Creating an inclusive workplace is connected to our core value Do Right while also having the added benefit of helping make our business better. We believe inclusion helps us to create a healthier, happier workplace, drive creativity and innovation, and reflect the communities where we operate.  
 
All applicants, employees, and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values.
 
Leave it Better
 
We believe that the mountains transform us, that how we adventure matters, and that there’s always a better way. 
Join us in creating positive change in ourselves, our communities, and the world. 
 
Live it. Get out there - the mountains make us better 
Disruptive evolution. In pursuit of better. Always. 
Commit. We set bold objectives and see them through. 

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