Director of Development

JOB PURPOSE :

In a managerial capacity, the candidate will oversee the development department’s budget, strategy, and employees; participate as an active member of the Leadership Team; participate in Board meetings & committees, and contribute to the overall strategic direction of the company as set out by the CEO and Board of Directors. The successful candidate will actively seek out individuals in the community that have the interest and capacity to support THEMUSEUM through a transformational contribution(s) as donors and as members. The position will grow and maintain both the membership and the individual giving donor base through strategic acquisition, annual campaigns, and a strong stewardship plan.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

People Management :

• Delegate tasks and inform employees of new organizational and departmental processes, policies, equipment, etc.
• Provide orientation on processes, policies, software / equipment, etc. to new hires
• Manage employees’ time off, sick leave, lieu days, hours, etc.
• Balance employee interests and necessary / departmental work

Leadership & Decision-Making :

Development Department Management :

Constituent Relations and Individual Giving :

Membership

Other Duties :

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION :

Two-year community college diploma in Arts & Culture, Management / Business, Museum Studies, and Public Relations / Communications is preferred.

The following are assets to the position :

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :

Three years of related experience, including :

WORKING CONDITIONS – ENVIRONMENT

Normal Office Conditions – little exposure to foul language, poor lighting, noise, and travel.

EFFORT – PHYSICAL AND SENSORY

Substantial time spent keyboarding and sitting

Substantial time spent on report writing, proofing materials, and use of computer

Direct reports

Provide direct supervision to employees in the Development department.

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