Director of Philanthropy

The Boone County Historical Society (BCHS) is seeking a dynamic, experienced Director of Philanthropy to increase our community engagement with donors and others. This new position will build relationships with current and prospective BCHS donors including individuals, corporations, and organizations toward inviting new and greater philanthropic support for BCHS. Responsibilities will include raising major gifts towards capital improvements and programming, engaging with donors about estate planning and other legacy gifts, and assisting in developing a new fundraising event to complement BCHS’s annual Hall of Fame Gala. This role will provide strategic leadership for all fundraising and member development activities with assistance from BCHS’s small, close-knit team, working closely with the Executive Director, Marketing and Communications Manager, Membership Services Coordinator, BCHS board of directors, and BCHS endowment trustees. This is a full-time, salaried position with competitive benefits.

Responsibilities:

Fundraising Leadership

Strengthen and maintain relationships with our donors. Develop and execute an annual fundraising plan, communicating fundraising goals throughout the organization, and equipping team members to reach them.  Invite philanthropic support through major, annual, and planned gifts from individuals, corporations, organizations, and foundations. Generate new strategies that increase revenue, improve donor loyalty, and engage new donors. Recruit, train, and support key volunteers to assist in fundraising efforts. Monitor and report on progress toward short-term and long-term fund development strategy and goals to the Executive Director and the board. Oversee the fundraising program budget and monitor expenses.

Donor/Member Stewardship

Provide strategic leadership to the organization’s efforts to thank, engage, and communicate with donors and members. Be an active part of fundraising events and other events for donors and members, including appreciation events. Help develop and fulfill sponsorship opportunities and the associated benefits.  

Requirements:

Our ideal candidate is a well-organized leader with a passion for philanthropy and our mission. Other requirements include:

7+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising; direct experience in major giving, legacy/estate gifts, and capital campaigns preferred Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills Proven ability to lead and mentor a team Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills The position’s benefits include paid time off, sick leave, family leave, and membership to a Direct Primary Healthcare provider. Salary will be based on experience, the applicant’s skill set, and the applicant’s career track record. The salary range is $80,000 - $110,000.

The Boone County Historical Society provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

To apply send a resume and cover letter to info@BooneHistory.org. No phone calls, please.