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KATHRYN WARREN METOSKY
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KATHRYN WARREN METOSKY

Pittsburgh

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Flexible

Desired Job Title

Director of DevelopmentCustomer Success ManagerCamp DirectorFundraising ConsultantFundraising Director

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Open to relocation: No

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPaid time offHealthcare benefits

Summary

Accomplished nonprofit leader adept at strategic planning, community engagement, and team management. Expertise in soliciting major gifts and enhancing donor relationships. Recognized for innovative programming, collaborative leadership, and data-driven strategy.

Overview

1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Attorney

New Day Family Law
Pittsburgh
02.2026 - 05.2026
  • Drafted and filed pleadings for court, effectively representing clients' legal interests.
  • Developed persuasive arguments to advocate for clients' positions in legal proceedings.
  • Advised and supported clients through divorce and custody processes, ensuring informed decision-making.

Director of Development and Affinities

Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh
06.2024 - 01.2026
  • Spearheaded and directed all components of annual $14+ million community campaign, boosting donor engagement and donations while refining fundraising approaches.
  • Cultivated involvement of over 75 current and prospective donors in Jewish Federation's annual campaign and endowment initiatives, enhancing donor relationships.
  • Supervised four divisional philanthropy managers, guiding their fundraising and programming efforts to align with organizational goals.
  • Partnered with volunteer leadership to synchronize development strategies with organizational goals.
  • Coordinated with internal departments to ensure alignment between development and organizational objectives.
  • Maintained fundraising database, producing accurate monthly reports for board of directors to support informed decision-making.
  • Analyzed data from past campaigns to inform future decisions about resource allocation.
  • Served on the steering committee and implementation team for a new Consumer Relationship Management System, transitioning from Blackbaud to Microsoft Dynamics.
  • Facilitated federation's 'positivity committee' efforts in coordinating events that promote staff engagement and deepen colleague connections

Associate Director of Development and Affinities

Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh
02.2023 - 06.2024
  • Cultivated individual major gifts from new and existing donors through personal visits, phone calls, emails, and other communication methods.
  • Optimized interdepartmental development workflows boosting efficiency and donor engagement.
  • Mentored junior staff in best practices for relationship management and outreach efforts.
  • Maintained accurate records of all donations received including gift entry into database system and acknowledgement letter preparation.

Manager of Women's Philanthropy

Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh
06.2021 - 02.2023
  • Cultivated relationships with donors and stakeholders, enhancing engagement and securing gifts from $100 to over $10,000.
  • Revamped women's division volunteer leadership, establishing a sustainable pipeline of engaged volunteers.
  • Coordinated fundraising and engagement events, overseeing logistics and volunteer coordination.
  • Conducted outreach efforts through cold calling, emailing prospects, attending networking events.

Assistant Director of Children, Youth, and Family and JCC Day Camps

Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh
01.2018 - 05.2021
  • Collaborated with CYF team to recruit participants, resulting in higher enrollment and retention for JCC day camps and afterschool programs.
  • Developed social and emotional learning initiatives aligned with camp program goals, enhancing camper and staff experiences.
  • Supervised up to 60 seasonal staff members at J&R Day Camp, ensuring adherence to camp policies and procedures.
  • Cultivated relationships with parents and families, strengthening trust and loyalty towards programs.

PJ Library Ambassador

Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh
08.2016 - 12.2017
  • Planned and executed community-wide, holiday themed programming with over 100 young families attending each event.
  • Connected with young families in the community, serving as the main contact point for families in the city receiving PJ Library books.
  • Facilitated small group connections for families to build micro-communities around shared interests, enhancing community bonds.
  • Served as a resource for families navigating Jewish community, providing support and guidance tailored to their unique paths.

Education

Post-Graduate Certificate - Secondary Social Studies

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh
04-2008

J.D. - Law

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
05-2006

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh
05-2003

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Donor Stewardship
  • Problem Solving
  • Mentorship
  • Board Development
  • CRM superuser
  • CRM Implementation
  • Donor engagement
  • Volunteer management
  • Relationship building
  • Event planning

Community Service

  • Parents' Association President, Winchester Thurston School, 2021-2022
  • Parent Coordinator, Winchester Thurston School, 2018-2021
  • Room Parent, Winchester Thurston School, 2015-2018
  • Alumna Representative, Carnegie Mellon University, University Student Advisory Council, 2009-2015
  • Board Chair, Hillel Jewish University Center, 2016-2018
  • Board Member, Hillel Jewish University Center, 2007-2020
  • Campus Superstar Co-Chair, Hillel Jewish Univeristy Center 2011-2014
  • Various Volunteer Leadership Roles, Jewish Federations of Greater Pittsburgh, 2010-2018
  • Various Volunteer Leadership Roles, Jewish Federations of North America, 2011-2016

Certifications And Licensures

  • Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy
  • Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Bar
  • New Jersey State Bar
  • United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania

Certification

  • Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy
  • Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Bar
  • United States District Court for the Western District of PA
  • New Jersey State Bar (Retired)

Timeline

Associate Attorney

New Day Family Law
02.2026 - 05.2026

Director of Development and Affinities

Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh
06.2024 - 01.2026

Associate Director of Development and Affinities

Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh
02.2023 - 06.2024

Manager of Women's Philanthropy

Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh
06.2021 - 02.2023

Assistant Director of Children, Youth, and Family and JCC Day Camps

Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
01.2018 - 05.2021

PJ Library Ambassador

Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
08.2016 - 12.2017

Post-Graduate Certificate - Secondary Social Studies

University of Pittsburgh

J.D. - Law

University of Pittsburgh

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Carnegie Mellon University

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