Posted: 7/26/2007
Closes: When filled
Level: Senior
Type: Permanent
Job categories: Development

The Dallas Museum of Art is seeking an exceptional development professional to serve in the critical and visible role of Associate Director of Development. The Associate Director will function as second-in-command of the Department, leading day-to-day management of a staff of 22 and achieving fundraising objectives for the Annual Fund and capital campaign.

Oversee preparation of annual development plans and budgets, and manage to those (including making mid-course corrections as appropriate to achieve annual objectives).

Analyze and report performance to the Director of Development, Director of the Museum, and Trustees.

Recruit, train, supervise and evaluate five development senior managers, and provide support and guidance to all staff.

Support the development and implementation of strategies that expand Museum membership and Planned Giving participation.

Directly cultivate and solicit from a caseload of individual donors and prospects.

BA/BS required; CFRE desired

Five+ years of broad development experience.

Talent for managing and motivating a large and superb team.

Outstanding written and oral communication skills

Experience managing and growing a membership service program

Directing comprehensive donor and customer relations’ initiatives

Knowledge of marketing principles and emerging e-commerce fundraising techniques

Please submit cover letter and resume to: