Open Positions

Director of Development

Seattle JazzED is hiring a Director of Development to lead fundraising, donor engagement, and communications strategies that support our mission of making high-quality music education accessible to all youth. This full-time leadership role is ideal for a dynamic, experienced professional ready to build relationships, plan events, and grow community support.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement strategies to meet annual fundraising goals through individual giving, events, grants, and sponsorships

  • Build and maintain donor relationships, including identifying and cultivating new major gift prospects

  • Lead planning and execution of donor and community events, including our annual gala

  • Maintain donor records, track fundraising performance, and collaborate with staff and contractors

Qualifications

  • 5–7 years of nonprofit development experience, with a record of securing major gifts and managing campaigns

  • Excellent relationship-building and project management skills

  • Experience planning large-scale fundraising events

  • Knowledge of donor management software and digital marketing tools

  • Strong commitment to racial equity and community-centered work

Benefits

  • 100% of medical, vision, and dental premiums paid by employer

  • SIMPLE IRA with 3% employer match, generous PTO, and hybrid/flexible work schedule

  • ORCA transit pass

The salary range for this position is between $85,000 - $100,000.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and your resume in a single digital file with your full name in the file name to info@seattlejazzed.org. Please include your full name and “Director of Development” in the subject line of your application email.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We will review all applications submitted by June 19, 2025. No phone calls, please.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Seattle JazzED provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.


Freelance, Music Educator

Are you an awesome human committed to youth development through music education? Seattle JazzED is seeking periodic freelance music educators to lead music programming that serves students in grades 4-12. Hours are variable, with opportunities for virtual and in-person instruction. Ideal candidates will be age 21 or older, with at least 1–2-year(s) experience working with youth. The educator in this role should be able to teach music lessons through the lens of jazz to a diverse population of students, track the progress of each musician, and collaborate with the Education Team to maximize the experience of youth.

 We are contracting 6+ months out for:

  • 1 or 2 afternoons a week (starting at 3:30 pm)

  • Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 We are currently hiring for:

  • Variable hour gigs in the community

  • Substitute teaching in classrooms

  • A combination of the above!

Pay Rate: $75/hr.

Interested? Send your resume and CV to info@seattlejazzed.org


Seattle JazzED is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.