Development Director Jobs in Florida
Development Director jobs in Florida are in steady demand, with concentrated hiring across nonprofit organizations, healthcare systems, higher education institutions, and arts and cultural foundations at levels from entry-level development associate through senior vice president of development. Miami, Orlando, and Tampa are the largest hiring markets, anchored by institutions like the University of Florida, AdventHealth, and the Miami Foundation, which maintain active fundraising and development teams year-round. Planned giving, major gifts, and corporate partnership development are the most sought-after specialties in Florida listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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FLAWLESS CLEANING SERVICES JOB DESCRIPTION
Department: Marketing & Business Development
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Location: Brevard County, Florida
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends as business needs require There is Monthly Performance Bonus & Mileage Reimbursement:
POSITION SUMMARY
Flawless Cleaning Services Florida LLC is seeking a highly motivated, outgoing, and results-driven Community Outreach & Business Development Manager to support the continued growth and expansion of our residential and commercial cleaning divisions.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Community Outreach & Brand Awareness
- Represent Flawless Cleaning Services professionally throughout Brevard County.
- Develop and maintain relationships with local communities, homeowners associations, apartment complexes, and residential developments.
- Visit residential neighborhoods and distribute approved marketing materials where permitted.
- Attend local networking events, business expos, community gatherings, and Chamber of Commerce meetings.
- Identify community sponsorship and partnership opportunities.
- Coordinate promotional activities that increase awareness of the Flawless Cleaning Services brand.
- Maintain a positive and professional company image during all interactions.
2. Residential Business Development
- Identify opportunities to increase recurring residential cleaning customers.
- Develop relationships with real estate agents, brokers, and property management companies.
- Establish referral partnerships for move-in, move-out, deep cleaning, and recurring cleaning services.
- Visit apartment communities and leasing offices to introduce company services.
- Generate qualified residential leads and refer interested prospects to the appropriate management team.
- Promote weekly, biweekly, and monthly residential cleaning programs.
- Assist with approved residential marketing campaigns and promotions.
3. Commercial Business Development
- Visit local businesses, professional offices, medical facilities, schools, churches, and commercial properties.
- Introduce Flawless Cleaning Services' commercial cleaning capabilities.
- Identify potential opportunities for janitorial contracts and specialty cleaning services.
- Build relationships with business owners, facility managers, and commercial property managers.
- Coordinate prospective commercial walkthroughs with management.
- Maintain a pipeline of potential commercial accounts.
- Follow up with business contacts to maintain relationships and identify future opportunities.
4. Lead Generation & CRM Management
- Record all qualified leads and business opportunities in Zoho CRM.
- Maintain accurate contact information and prospect records.
- Document outreach activities, conversations, and follow-up dates.
- Track referrals and potential business opportunities.
- Coordinate lead handoffs to residential or commercial management.
- Maintain organized records of outreach efforts and marketing activities.
- Follow up with prospects according to company procedures.
5. Marketing Collaboration
- Work collaboratively with the company's existing digital marketing representative.
- Coordinate field marketing activities with ongoing email and digital marketing campaigns.
- Identify promotional opportunities based on community feedback.
- Provide management with recommendations for improving brand awareness.
- Assist with distributing promotional materials and communicating approved special offers.
6. Reporting & Accountability
- Submit weekly business development reports.
- Track qualified leads, community visits, business visits, and partnerships.
- Maintain an updated prospect pipeline.
- Participate in weekly management check-ins.
- Meet established outreach and lead generation performance goals.
- Provide recommendations for improving business development strategies.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
The employee will be evaluated on the following:
- Consistency and productivity of field outreach.
- Number and quality of leads generated.
- New referral partnerships established.
- Residential and commercial opportunities developed.
- Accuracy of CRM documentation.
- Professionalism and community engagement.
- Contribution to new recurring company revenue.
- Compliance with company policies and procedures.
TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- Must maintain reliable personal transportation.
- Must maintain legally required automobile insurance.
- Must be willing to travel throughout Brevard County.
- Must maintain accurate business mileage records.
- Approved business mileage will be reimbursed at $0.35 per mile, subject to applicable law and company policy.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience in marketing, business development, community outreach, sales, or customer relations preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage daily schedules.
- Professional appearance and conduct.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Comfortable approaching individuals and businesses.
- Basic computer proficiency.
- Ability to use or learn CRM software.
- Reliable transportation.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position requires frequent travel, community visits, business outreach, networking activities, and occasional administrative work.
The employee must be comfortable working independently while maintaining consistent communication with company leadership.
ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS
The employee must protect confidential company information, customer information, pricing, marketing strategies, and business development records.
All leads, customer relationships, prospect information, and business opportunities developed during employment must be documented in company-approved systems.
The employee may not enter into contracts, approve discounts, or make unauthorized financial commitments on behalf of Flawless Cleaning Services Florida LLC.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Flawless Cleaning Services Florida LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing fair employment opportunities in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have in outside sales, business development, marketing, or community outreach?
- Have you previously worked in a role that required door-to-door marketing, cold calling, or visiting businesses in person? Please explain.
- Are you comfortable spending approximately 70–80% of your workweek in the field visiting businesses, residential neighborhoods, apartment communities, and potential referral partners?
- This position requires independent fieldwork, daily reporting, and accountability for measurable business growth. How do you organize your daily schedule and track your performance?
- Do you have a valid driver's license, reliable personal transportation, and the automobile insurance required to travel throughout Brevard County?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Melbourne, FL 32935
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What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in development director jobs across Florida.
- Bachelor's degree in business, nonprofit management, communications, or a related field required
- Five or more years of progressive fundraising or development experience in a Florida-based or similar market
- Demonstrated success managing a donor portfolio and meeting annual giving or capital campaign goals
- Experience with donor management software such as Raiser's Edge, Salesforce Nonprofit, or similar platforms
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for grant writing, donor stewardship, and board presentations
- Knowledge of Florida's philanthropic community, foundations, and corporate giving programs preferred
Development Director Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a development director in Florida?
Most development director roles in Florida require a bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, or a related field, with several years of fundraising experience building toward the role. Florida does not require a state-issued license for development directors, but earning the Certified Fund Raising Executive credential through CFRE International is widely recognized by Florida nonprofit employers and strengthens candidacy. Larger institutions, including Florida university foundations and hospital systems, expect candidates to bring a portfolio of major gift or campaign experience before stepping into a director role.
Which companies hire development directors in Florida?
Employers hiring development directors in Florida right now include American Heart Association, Baptist Health South Florida, and Associa, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Florida's large concentration of nonprofit organizations, university foundations, and healthcare systems means that consistent openings appear across the state, particularly within established institutions that run year-round development operations.
Which Florida cities have the most development director jobs?
Tampa, Miami, and Jacksonville have the most development director openings in Florida. Miami leads because of its dense nonprofit sector, major hospital networks, and arts and cultural institutions, while Orlando's growth in healthcare and higher education drives demand there, and Tampa's mix of corporate philanthropy, university foundations, and regional nonprofits keeps a steady pipeline of openings active.
Are there remote development director jobs in Florida?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields, since development directors typically cultivate donors, attend events, and meet with boards in person. About 55% of development director openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting a partial shift toward flexible work for grant writing, reporting, and portfolio management functions that do not require a physical presence.
How can I get hired as a development director in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a development coordinator or development associate at a mid-size Florida nonprofit or university foundation, where you build direct experience in donor data management, grant research, and event support. Institutions like the University of South Florida Foundation, the United Way of Miami-Dade, and regional community foundations regularly hire entry-level development staff. Earning the CFRE credential or completing a certificate in nonprofit management through a Florida university demonstrates commitment and gives candidates an edge when applying for their first director-level role.
Where can I find and apply to development director jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to development director jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search for roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the listings that fit.
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