Development Director

Reports to: Executive Director

Supervises: Development Coordinator, Rentals Coordinator, Visitor Services Coordinator, Front Desk Staff

Status: Full-time, salary, non-exempt

Nominal Work Week: 40 hours

POSITION SUMMARY

In support of the Mission and Vision of the Roberson Museum, the Development Director leverages existing partnerships and cultivates new relationships to achieve the contribution and strategic goals of the organization. This position is responsible for the management and direction of a comprehensive fundraising program that grows the overall donor base and enhances the stature of the Museum in the community.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide day-to-day oversight of the Annual Giving Campaign and Museum Membership based on programmatic goals.
• Responsible for interactions with major donors and supports the Executive Director and Trustees in all major donor and prospective donor contacts.
• Ensures stewardship of past, current, and prospective donors through personal visits, articulate correspondence, and timely gift acknowledgments.
• Maintains and enhances systems, reporting, accountability, and evaluation of the development process.
• Serves as the lead grant writer, which includes research, writing, timely submission, and reporting.
• Oversees facility rentals in collaboration and coordination with other Roberson staff.
• Oversees special events in collaboration and coordination with other Roberson staff.
• Represents Roberson to the public, members, and other stakeholders at community events, exhibition openings, and other events.
• Oversees donor database.
• Fosters cross-functional work environments.
• Other duties as required and assigned.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Proven leadership and management capabilities. Substantial experience in implementing fundraising plans and cultivating relationships for all funding streams. Excellent oral, written, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work with cross-functional departments.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor’s degree is required
• Five years of relevant experience preferred, preferably within an arts-related institution, non-profit organization, or educational institution
• Extensive knowledge of fundraising, development, gift solicitation, public relations, and grant writing
• Familiarity with fundraising trends at local and national levels

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Typically works in office conditions and is required to sit or stand for extended periods of time. When required, needs to be able to spend significant amounts of time in front of a computer terminal keyboarding data.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $51,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person