Development Officer

Description:
The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst, Massachusetts is seeking a Development Officer with a passion for our mission and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment. This new position, reporting to the Director of Development, will help The Carle team meet its fundraising goals as the Museum grows both nationally and internationally.

The Development Officer will be responsible for managing The Carle’s day-to-day execution of our fundraising campaigns and events, including the Annual Appeal, Membership Program, Business Membership, Annual Benefit Gala, Exhibitions and Program Sponsorships, and Special Campaigns. The Development Officer will work very closely with the Executive Director and Director of Development to develop new fundraising strategies and create systems that support our growth.

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will be professional, energetic, collaborative, and organized—and will love developing relationships with donors and members.

Successful candidates will have a minimum of 5 years of professional fundraising experience or comparable project management and communications experience. Additional desired skills include: outstanding attention to detail; ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects; and the ability to exercise initiative in a hands-on environment. This position is a full-time with benefits and will supervise one work study position.

How To Apply:
For more information visit http://www.carlemuseum.org/content/job-listing

To apply send a resume, cover letter and salary requirements to: hr@carlemuseum.org

Apply by:
May 18, 2016