Development Director
Aspen Historical Society seeks a highly motivated development director with experience in nonprofit fundraising, including donor management, appeals, capital campaigns and events. Ability to work flexible hours in a team environment required. Fulltime management level position in a fun, interesting workplace with health insurance and retirement plan.
Aspen Historical Society
A 58-year-old nonprofit, AHS operates four historic sites (Wheeler/Stallard Museum, Holden/Marolt Mining and Ranching Museum, Ashcroft Ghost Town, and Independence Ghost Town), provides free history education for regional schools, and offers guided tours, programs, and community events year-round. AHS maintains one of the largest public archives in the region, with a portion of its collection available online as a free resource. AHS has started initial planning for its snowsports history museum, which will be part of the Lift One base area redevelopment at Aspen Mountain. AHS is beginning the planning stages for the museum and fundraising campaign.
Job Opportunity
The Development Director oversees all donation-based funding programs and will oversee the multi-million-dollar campaign for the snowsports history museum at Lift One. Works closely with the President/CEO and part-time Development Specialist on day-to-day execution of the organization’s membership, major gifts, capital campaign, donor events, grants program, and corporate partnerships. Participates as part of the organization’s management team.
We seek a dedicated, friendly, and team-oriented person who is excited by working for a growing organization. We are looking for someone with community relationships who enjoys working with a diverse group of constituents. Our culture is collegial and creative with high professional standards. A passion for museums and history is a must.
Duties
Oversees day-to-day execution of fundraising activities: campaign, membership, special events, direct mail, web, grant proposal support, and database oversight. Provides general business and administrative support to President/CEO. Serves on organization’s management team with President/CEO, Marketing Director, Education Director, and Curator. Works with management team on executing engaging member and fundraising events.
- Launching and managing a successful multi-million-dollar snowsports history museum campaign.
- Providing a positive donor experience while coordinating all functions of the Development Department and regularly meeting fundraising goals.
- Managing rolling membership, individual underwriting, and corporate sponsorships with corresponding benefits; while maintaining donor records, gift recording, acknowledgment, and reporting.
- Managing the Development Department budget.
- Coordinating annual fund and membership drives with Marketing Director and President/CEO.
- Stewarding new and existing supporters and building long-term relationships.
- Providing development support for and attending AHS Board of Trustee and Aspen Historic Parks and Recreation District meetings.
- Liaising with and providing support to AHS Board of Trustees.
- Developing a detailed knowledge of AHS constituency.
- Writing and managing the production of effective fundraising letters and materials.
- Planning and executing fundraising special events, working collaboratively across departments to create a unified plan.
- Assisting President/CEO with annual reviews/audits.
Qualifications
Four years development and/or campaign experience with a bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited university. Knowledge and enthusiasm for history and museums. A self-starter who is very organized and likes detailed work. Must be adept at working with people and conflict resolution. Discreet and sensitive to the confidentiality of the job. Outstanding writer and effective speaker. Willingness to work non-traditional hours for special events and cultivation meetings. Knowledge of donor database software (such as Altru, Past Perfect, Raiser’s Edge, or Neon) and marketing software (such as Constant Contact or MailChimp).