Title: CEO/Development Director
Organization: Kansas Historical Foundation (Kansas State Historical Society, Inc.)
Location: 6425 SW 6th Avenue, Topeka, Kansas
Position Summary
This is a highly responsible supervisory, administrative, and participatory position. The individual serves as chief executive and development officer of the Kansas Historical Foundation. This is a private, not-for-profit 501(c) (3) corporation, whose mission is the support of Kansas State Historical Society (KHS) programs through charitable gifts. The Foundation raises and manages private funds, maintains a membership organization, operates museum stores, sponsors annual and spring meetings, and works directly with the Executive Committee of the Kansas Historical Foundation Board of Directors. Salary is commensurate with experience. This is not a remote position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
75% Development, Analysis, and Planning
25% Support to the Board of Directors and Executive Committee, Supervision/Management of Staff, Administration
Essential Functions:
Minimum Qualifications:
Training and Experience
Graduation from a four-year accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in public, business, political or social science, and four years of professional experience in a related field, or equivalent is preferred.
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
The ability to demonstrate excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential. Complex problem solving, independent decision-making, and technical skills are also essential. The ability to speak comfortably in front of various groups in support of the Historical Society's work are essential.
Preferred Skills
The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to Kansas history and strong ties to the philanthropic community. The most qualified candidate will be an experienced, goal-oriented development professional with planning and management skills and a proven track record of fundraising success with significant experience in donor cultivation, major gift solicitation and stewardship.
Experience in donor development, membership recruitment and retention, including the use of a broad range of membership tools from direct mail and electronic campaigns to social media. Knowledge of database management. Experience in, and knowledge of, fiscal planning, personnel management, and applicable policies and procedures. Supervisory experience and knowledge of modern business practices.
Benefits
Benefits include single premium health insurance, vacation/sick leave, up to 3 percent employer match on a 403(b)-retirement plan and an excellent work environment.
Please send a cover letter, resume and list of three references to Linda Jeffrey, 6425 SW 6th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66615-1099: email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Applications will be accepted: Open until filled.
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