Development Manager

4–6 years of experience in development, fundraising operations, account management, or related nonprofit roles.

Demonstrated experience managing donor relationships, events, and revenue goals.

Experience with Salesforce or comparable CRM systems; comfort with data, reporting, and systems.

Playworks offers the full package - great benefits, a fun place to work and an opportunity to grow professionally.

This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position based in Colorado and reporting to the Executive Director

At Playworks, our starting salary takes into consideration internal pay scales, geographic pay differential, and robust external market data. We highly value transparency in compensation and are therefore committed to adhering to established compensation pay points. The starting salary for this position is $66,500.

A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, 401(k) plans with employer match of up to 3% of salary, life insurance, employee-funded pre-tax health, and child care spending accounts.

Generous Flex PTO policy, paid sick and holiday leave

This is a hands-on, creative, playful, and fun-loving place to work, all while contributing to the success of our nation’s youth. So if you're ready to immerse yourself in the education sector, working on a rewarding set of challenges, and if you've got the skills, experience, passion, and a team spirit, apply!

,Playworks Colorado is seeking a Development Manager who reports directly to and works in close partnership with the Executive Director to execute the organization’s fund development strategy.

The Executive Director sets strategic direction, priorities, and key relationships, and this role is responsible for driving execution, coordination, and follow-through across all development efforts.

This role oversees development operations, stewardship coordination, event execution, Salesforce management, and day-to-day relationship support, while managing defined fundraising goals tied to events, sponsorships, and partner renewals.

The Development Manager is a highly collaborative, detail-oriented role focused on strong execution, follow-through, and coordination in support of organizational strategy, narrative, and relationships.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Fund Development & Stewardship

At Playworks, we believe in the power of play to bring out the best in every kid. We create a place for every kid on the playground to get active, build valuable skills, connect, and have fun. We partner with schools, districts, and after-school programs to provide a service or mix of services, including on-site coaches, professional training for school staff who support recess, and consultative partnerships.

As an equal opportunity program, Playworks encourages applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender, gender identity/expression, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, faith, marital status, physical ability, or any other legally protected basis. Playworks