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Serving the Glen Lake area in Leelanau County, the GAAC offers year-round enriching art and entertainment with something for everyone. The organization is a vital, active, multidimensional center for the arts, art making, and creativity – thanks to our many volunteers and staff. Join us for the variety of events and classes we have to offer. New members, volunteers, and visitors are always welcome.

Type
Full-time 30-40 hours/week, permanent, hybrid.

Purpose
Overseeing and implementing all fundraising, marketing, and communications.

Location
Glen Arbor and remote

Summary
The Glen Arbor Arts Center seeks a Development Director to head our ongoing fundraising and related operational needs with a deep commitment to the mission and values of our organization. Reporting to the executive director, this professional must have an established background in non-profit management, preferably in coordinating fundraising strategies.

This role involves organizing large-scale fundraising initiatives, working with board members, managing our annual fundraising goals, and building relationships with donors, members, staff, and volunteers. The development director will assist our board Development Committee with implementing major giving and planned giving fundraising strategies.

Our ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years of fund development experience, preferably in the creative arts and/or nonprofit fields. They should also be familiar with CRM nonprofit software, donor databases, and other fundraising technology to use in their daily job duties.

Primary Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the board of directors and development committee to create and implement a fundraising plan that includes major giving, planned giving, and potential capital projects.
• Foster and expand relationships with existing donors, members, sponsors, and the community-at-large.
• Maintain strong relationships with peers, stakeholders, the media, industry associations, and more.
• Identify and cultivate major gift prospects, as well as corporate and foundation donors.
• Develop and execute effective stakeholder communications and strategic marketing activities.
• Manage fundraising and special events.
• Obtain financial support that generates $250,000 - $300,000 in annual income.
• Generate development materials such as grant applications, case statements, annual appeals, and membership appeals.
• Monitor and analyze fundraising data to evaluate performance and adjust strategies as needed to achieve fundraising goals.

Skills and Experience Required for Qualification

• 3 years minimum experience as a Development Director or similar non-profit management role with a proven track record of success (bachelor’s degree preferred).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with CRM software and the ability to analyze and interpret data from these systems.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with good Interpersonal skills.
• Dynamic, versatile, and detail-oriented strategic thinker.
• Understanding of financial reporting, and budgets.

Working Conditions
The Development Director usually works in an office environment, However, at times the GAAC's programs and events may take the Director to non-standard workplaces.

This is an hourly position with a maximum of 30-40 hours. The Development Director is an employee with a semiflexible schedule. Peak office hours are June, July, and August. The Development Director will work evenings and/or weekends to accommodate activities such as Board meetings, classes, concerts, etc., and represent GAAC at public events when required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.00 - $31.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Development: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Glen Arbor, MI 49636 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Glen Arbor, MI 49636: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Glen Arbor, MI 49636