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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Development Manager - **Company:** The WILDCAT SANCTUARY - **Location:** Sandstone, MN, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $60,000.0 - $63,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Customer Data Management, DevOps, Salesforce.Com, Raiser's Edge - **Published:** June 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=7888eaec904915e7 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Team leadership?, * 4+ years of experience in nonprofit development operations, CRM management, or fundraising analytics * Strong experience with CRM systems (Neon One, Salesforce, Raiser's Edge, etc.) * Proven ability to generate, analyze, and present data-driven insights * Experience managing and mentoring staff * High attention to detail with strong organizational and problem-solving skills * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Additional Expectations and Culture Fit * Typical schedule is Monday-Friday, with flexibility required as needed * Adhere to sanctuary policies, procedures, and values * Must be results-oriented, self-reflective, and take responsibility for actions * Must be able to handle the physical and emotional aspects of work in a sanctuary and have a high level of resiliency * Reliable transportation to our rural location in all four seasons is required * Willingness to accommodate TWS dogs and domestic cats in the workplace ## Description The Development Manager is responsible for owning the integrity, strategy, and execution of The Wildcat Sanctuary's donor data, CRM systems, reporting, and fundraising operations. This role serves as the on-site counterpart to the remote Development Officer, ensuring seamless execution of donor systems, campaign reporting, and event logistics, while directly supervising the Donor Services Associate. This is a full-time, on-site position at The Wildcat Sanctuary. The regular work week is Monday-Friday. Some evenings and weekends are required for fundraisers/events., CRM Management (40%) * Serve as the primary on-site owner of the CRM (Neon One), ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and integrity * Oversee donor data entry processes and quality control standards * Build and maintain reports for: * Campaign performance * Donor retention and acquisition * Sustaining programs * Revenue tracking across all channels * Identify trends, gaps, and opportunities in donor data and present recommendations Data Reporting (20%) * Cross-train with the Development Officer to prepare weekly, monthly, and campaign-specific development reports * Ensure alignment between CRM data and accounting records * Support audit preparation and financial reconciliation processes * Track performance against fundraising goals and benchmarks Events and Fundraisers (20%) * Lead on-site planning and logistics for 2-3 annual donor events * Coordinate on-site donor, industry, and media visits/tours * Manage timelines, materials, RSVP tracking, and post-event reporting * Support execution of fundraising campaigns through list pulls, segmentation, and performance tracking * Ensure accurate event data is captured and reflected in CRM Team Leadership (15%) * Directly supervise the Donor Services Associate * Ensure excellence in: * Gift processing * Acknowledgements * Donor customer service * Provide training, documentation, and backup support for donor services functions * Maintain continuity of operations during staff absences * Lead on-site onboarding of new staff/interns * Coordinate on-site volunteers as needed Other duties as assigned (~5%) ## Related Videos - [Psychological Safety in Software Engineering - Jenny-Margrethe Vej & Alexandra Hou Aldershaab](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2142-psychological-safety-in-software-engineering-jenny-margrethe-vej-alexandra-hou-aldershaab) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) - [We Know Developers Are Neurodiverse. 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