Director of Development

Job Summary

The Peninsula School of Art (PenArt), founded in 1965, is seeking a Director of Development to lead fundraising and donor relations, campaign and institutional support, donor engagement and recognition, and strategic leadership and advancement.

About the Role

This is an on-site role that works collaboratively with the Executive Director. The ideal candidate will bring strong development strategies, proven track record of building a development program, and strong program management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute fundraising strategies and campaigns
• Build and maintain a robust donor database and analytics system
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward donors at all levels
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to develop compelling messaging and donor materials
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining a focus on strategic goals
• Motivate staff, engage the board, and foster collaboration across teams
• Represent PenArt at fundraising events and meetings

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Communications, Arts Administration, or related field
• A master’s degree in arts management, or similar, is preferred
• A Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) credential is preferred
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in development or fundraising, with 3 years in a leadership capacity, ideally within the arts, education, or cultural nonprofit sector
• Demonstrated success in all areas of fundraising, including major gifts, annual giving, campaigns, corporate sponsorships, foundation support, and government grants
• Proven ability to build and sustain meaningful donor relationships and to cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts at all levels
• Proficiency with donor CRM systems (Neon One strongly preferred) and data-driven approaches to tracking and optimizing donor engagement
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to inspire, educate, and connect diverse audiences to PenArt’s mission
• Strong strategic, analytical, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Hands-on, collegial leader with the ability to motivate staff, engage the board, and foster collaboration across teams
• Passion for the visual arts and arts education, with a deep appreciation for their role in community vitality and cultural enrichment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Communications, Arts Administration, or related field required; master’s degree and CFRE credential preferred
• Minimum 7 years of progressive fundraising or development experience, with at least 3 years in leadership, ideally in arts, education, or cultural nonprofits
• Proven success in all fundraising areas, donor relationship building, and proficiency with donor CRM systems
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across teams

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• On-site flexible work schedule
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays with a paid winter break
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Employee Funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Individual Retirement Plan (IRA)
• Professional Development
• Relocation Support
• Opportunity to work in scenic Door County

Pay

$85,000 - $100,000

Schedule

May through October, five-day work schedule; November through April, four-day work schedule