Job Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in a job here at Pets Come First! If you are also passionate about animal welfare and driven to make a difference in the lives of animals, read below to find our current job openings:

Director of Development (full time)

Pets Come First is looking for mission driven individual to serve as our full time Director of Development to help us move our shelter into the future. This position, reporting to the Pets Come First Board of Directors, will be a key member of our shelter leadership team.

The Director of Development will be responsible for driving the fundraising, donor relations, and resource development strategies. This position will oversee all fundraising efforts, including grant writing, donor cultivation, annual giving campaigns, major gifts, and corporate partnerships, ensuring the organization has the financial resources needed to fulfill its mission of animal rescue, care, and advocacy.

As the Director of Development, you’ll be a vital member of our leadership team, spearheading fundraising and donor engagement initiatives to fuel our lifesaving work. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to shape the future of a growing, mission-driven organization.

What You’ll Do:

Lead and grow all aspects of fundraising, from major gifts and annual campaigns to grant writing and corporate sponsorships
Build strong relationships with donors, community leaders, and supporters
Develop and implement long-term fundraising strategies in collaboration with our Board of Directors and shelter staff
Oversee donor communications and engagement with professionalism
Elevate awareness and support for Pets Come First across Central Pennsylvania

Qualifications:

A strategic thinker with experience and a proven record of successful fundraising and donor development.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Knowledge of fundraising principles, strategies, and best practices, including online fundraising tools, social media, and donor databases such as Salesforce.
Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities.
Deep ties to the local community and a passion for animal advocacy.
Integrity, professionalism, and a collaborative spirit.
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Bachelor’s Degree required
A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in development/fundraising
Major gift experience
Participation in occasional weekend and evening events required

Key Responsibilities:

Fundraising Strategy & Planning
Donor Cultivation & Stewardship
Grant Writing & Foundation Relations
Event Management & Community Engagement
Tracking and Reporting on Fundraising Financials

Why Join Us?

Be part of a compassionate, dedicated team making a real difference
Help shape the future of an organization with deep community roots and growing impact
Enjoy the rewards of working in a cause-driven environment where every day saves lives

If you’re ready to bring experience, energy, heart, and strategy to an organization that saves lives every single day, this job is for you.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location: In person

To apply to this position, please send your current resume and letter of interest to: petscomefirstjobs@gmail.com