Director of Development [Shelburne Museum]

Shelburne Museum, one of the nation’s finest and most diverse museums of art, Americana, and design, is actively seeking a dynamic, experienced, and highly organized Director of Development. In close collaboration with the Museum director, board of trustees, and staff, the Director of Development will identify and clarify priorities and effective means of accomplishing the following goals: Lending efforts to generate at least $1.5 million a year in contributed income for operations; Coordinating activities including grant writing, corporate and individual giving in support of active education and exhibition programs; Supervising mailed appeals, direct solicitations, grant research and writing, corporate sponsorship proposals, planned giving and other fundraising materials, and membership outreach; Developing and maintaining positive, productive relationships with major donors and prospects. With Membership Manager, implement strategies to grow the organization’s member base, identify prospective new donors among the membership, and encourage deeper philanthropic support from members; Manage staff of six. 7 to 10 years’ experience, bachelor’s degree, interest in the arts, excellent written and verbal communication skills required along with Raiser’s Edge database experience. Must have Capital Campaign experience and a proven record of successful fundraising. TO APPLY: Send Application (download from http://shelburnemuseum.org), Resume and Cover Letter to: Human Resources: PO Box 10, Shelburne, VT 05482 Posted on: 09/08/2015