Fundraising Director jobs in Wisconsin

SUMMARY Active team member with the CEO and CFO, the Development Director develops strategic department plans, coordinates and oversees the overall functions of the Development Department; Secures and administers external funding for projects that fulfill the mission and goals of the Museum; prospects, researches, and maintaining donor relationships; develops sponsorship and other funding relationships with businesses; supports capital campaign activities; maintains database and donor-related paperwork. Works at and with full Museum team to operate public fundraising events throughout the year.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may also be assigned.

• Coordinates all activities and oversees the successful execution of the activities within the Development Department.
• Proactive team member to the CFO and CEO.
• Develop and execute all parts of the fundraising matrix.
• Actively executes all aspects of the fundraising cycle including research, initial calls, proposal writing, meetings, reports and follow-up to donors, data management, continued donor cultivation.
• Assist CEO in coordination and administration for Museum capital campaigns.
• Maintains complete and detailed donor files and databases for both general fundraising and capital campaign activities.
• Supervise the volunteer & membership coordinator and provide general membership program over-site.
• Provide mentorship to development interns working within the department.
• Develop and maintain department budget with input of the volunteer & membership coordinator.
• Secure and administer external funding through private donations, grants, corporate sponsorships, memories programs, bequests, and develop additional programs.
• Research, develop and publicize funding opportunities to staff, Board, members, volunteers, and the general public as appropriate.
• Follow and remain up to date on current fundraising laws, ethics, and Museum financial donation policies.
• Develop and submit 75% of total grant proposals for funding.
• Fulfill reporting requirements for funded proposals.
• Provides donation acknowledgements in a timely manner to all donors.
• Manage compliance during use of any donated funds including maintenance of required compliance documentation.
• Review unsuccessful proposals to determine revisions or other funding opportunities.
• Work closely with CEO and Board of Director prospecting new donors, as well as establishing and maintaining donor relationships.
• Develop and maintain estate/planned and long-term giving programs.
• Provides leadership in the development of an endowment fund.
• Interface with relevant Board committees and provide reports as requested.
• Oversee the planning, coordinate and execution of the Rails and Ales Brewfest and smaller fundraising and donor events with the membership coordinator.
• Oversee volunteer & membership coordinator and membership activities.
• Participate in Museum-wide events during the weekends and evenings including The Great Bunny Train, Paw Patrol, Terror on the Fox, The Great Pumpkin Train, Volunteer Dinner, Festival of Trees Preview, Polar Express, and others as requested.
• Secure, coordinate and operate development-focused events such as corporate-sponsored free days, special dinners, and other donor-led events.
• Function as the Manager on Duty, working approximately one weekend day per month.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business Administration required; 5 - 7 years experience in a relevant position with a proven track record of results.

NECESSARY SKILLS: The skills described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Able to strategically define goals and successfully execute each step to completion.
• Ability to understand and analyze written and financial information.
• Demonstrate tact and professional demeanor during sensitive or confidential conversations.
• Demonstrate ability to keep Museum and donor information confidential.
• Ability to change plans, make decisive decisions and act quickly.
• Holds a positive mind-set.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; provides information early, fully, and to all appropriate parties.
• Trustworthy and open.
• Acts with integrity.
• Set appropriate boundaries to protect the Museum.
• Keep accurate information that is consistent across all documents.
• Team player who values diversity; works well with others of all ages and backgrounds.
• Willing to learn and try new things. Willingness to step out of typical role for the good of the organization.
• Willingness to listen to others with different world views, and respond to those needs appropriately.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds with the assistance of another person.
• Frequent standing, walking and sitting.
• Must be capable of using hand(s)/feet for repetitive single grasping, fine manipulation and pushing and pulling.
• Ability to communicate orally in a clear manner.
• Ability to distinguish sounds at various frequencies and volumes.
• Ability to distinguish people or objects at varied distances under a variety of light conditions.
• Ability to withstand temperature changes in the work environment.
• Able to travel to other locations to speak with donors.
• Must be willing to work some weekends and evenings to fulfill the responsibilities of the job.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Fundraising: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person