Curator of Exhibitions

About the role

The American LGBTQ+ Museum is a bold new institution dedicated to preserving, investigating, and celebrating the dynamic histories and cultures of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Chief of Development will lead fundraising efforts for a $30 million comprehensive campaign.

Responsibilities

• Manage all museum fundraising, including campaign fundraising, board of directors fundraising, individual major gifts, annual fundraising (direct mail), corporate fundraising and engagement, government fundraising, memberships, all donor communications, and donor cultivation events.
• Build strong relationships with current and prospective donors to secure significant sustainable philanthropic support.
• Work closely with the Executive Director, the Board, and senior staff to help the Museum achieve its financial goals.
• Be a key player in the growth and expansion of the organization in donor markets across the US.

Requirements

• A minimum of ten years of progressive experience in multifaceted development work with a major metropolitan museum, performing arts center, or arts and culture nonprofit.

Qualifications

• High-energy, seasoned development professional with a proven track record in major gift fundraising (ideally campaign fundraising).
• Experience in the museum or cultural sector.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with donors.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience working with diverse communities and stakeholders.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of fundraising techniques and strategies.

Benefits

The American LGBTQ+ Museum offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance with employer contributions.
• A 401(k) plan where the Museum will contribute 200% of an employee's retirement contribution up to 5%.
• Generous paid time off — 42 days of PTO, 13 paid holidays, and full-week closures in December and July.

Pay

$227,150. The salary is tied to the Museum's commitment to pay equity. A cost of living increase will be applied annually in addition to any bonus or additional compensation incentive program the museum might develop.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible to accommodate the demands of the role.