Sr. Director, Membership & Giving Circles

Shedd Aquarium
📍 Chicago, Illinois, United States 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted July 02, 2026

Job Description

TITLE: Sr. Director, Membership & Giving Circles
DEPARTMENT: Development

REPORTS TO: Chief Development Officer

STATUS: Full-time, Exempt

SALARY: $130,000 - $140,000

LOCATION: Hybrid

 

POSITION OVERVIEW: 
The Senior Director of Membership and Giving Circles holds primary oversight for growing and sustaining Shedd’s membership and donor circles to help transform the culture of philanthropy and advance donor revenue and participation from individual supporters up to $5k. This role leads with a data-driven approach for membership growth while creating more structure for giving circles, encouraging team members to innovate using their skills and experience, while focusing on successfully achieving or exceeding established metrics and goals. They also serve as members of Shedd’s development leadership team, helping identify and advance shared goals for fundraising and other institutional prior...

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Job Details

  • Location Chicago, Illinois
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Other Management Occupations
  • Posted Date July 02, 2026
  • Application Deadline August 11, 2026