Director of Development

Position Summary:Pratt Fine Arts Center is seeking a bright and energetic Director of Development to lead its development efforts in support of the organization’s dynamic mission. The Director of Development will strategically build long‐term financial health for the organization by establishing meaningful and productive relationships with the community through cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors at all levels.An opportunity for an innovative Development professional means that this position is perfect for a creative thinker with solid fundraising fundamentals. With a foundation of longtime donors, all-time high interest in art classes, and an invigorated community returning to the facility, Pratt is ripe for enhancement and direction in the development space.Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Development will work closely with the Board of Trustees, marketing, programs, and leadership, while overseeing a development team. Relationship management, annual fund planning and execution, event leadership, fiscal stewardship, and team management are major functions which this role will drive. The Director of Development will have the opportunity to strategize and implement growth-based annual fund solicitation and stewardship systems, engage longtime donor relationships while cultivating diverse funding prospects, and innovate contributed income streams.Pratt is in search of candidates with proven success in development who are poised and prepared to lead a comprehensive development program. A successful candidate will be a self‐starter with a lively personality who is comfortable working both as a part of a team and working independently. The Director of Development will co-lead the Auction Committee, Development Committee, and serve on the Finance Committee and 50th Anniversary committee in an advisory capacity. This is a rare opportunity for a promising development professional to grow with an organization holding a strong reputation for fundraising.Pratt Fine Arts Center is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Preferred candidates will be able to demonstrate an understanding of systemic oppression and the ability to apply an anti-racist lens to all work at Pratt. Black, Indigenous & People of Color (BIPoC) are encouraged to apply. This is a full‐time, year‐round position requiring occasional evening and weekend hours, as required. Pratt is a hybrid workspace; the leadership team is required to maintain 3 days a week on campus and attend 6 board meetings along with the annual retreat.Responsibilities:The Director of Development at Pratt Fine Arts Center will:Engage Pratt Board of TrusteesAssist with board recruitment for contributed income goalsCo‐Lead Auction Committee and Development CommitteeAttend Finance Committee and 50th Anniversary meetings on behalf of developmentWork with board members and executive director to craft and implement special events for stakeholder engagementOwn and implement a high-touch donor engagement planStrategic major gift cultivation and solicitation of longtime donorsDevelop new forms of donor cultivation through diverse stakeholder engagementWork across departments to create donor opportunities through brand awareness and storytellingStrategize and lead annual development planBuild plan with support of Development and Leadership teamsConnect development plan to annual budgetInnovatively reengage with recurring donors to build affinityProduce and drive annual fundraising auctionOversee project management and supervision for staff, volunteers, and sponsorshipsLead cross-departmental team including vendors, event consultants, committeesEffectively report and connect annual fundraising auction to annual budgetManage and supervise Development teamSupervise two full-time staff membersOversee CRM/DRM systemsSupervise foundation, government, and corporate grant writing effortsSecure major sponsorships for auction, annual Open House and programs/organizational initiativesRepresent Pratt within various stakeholder communitiesCreate, manage, and operate budgetsPromote a formalized planned giving programMonitor contributed incomeCapital fundraising, as neededMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in related field or relevant experience5+ years of experience in development positions, preferably for arts or community building organizationsExcellent communication skills in writing and oral presentationProven success in establishing and meeting development goalsUnderstanding and experience with special event productionExperience with personal solicitations in person and via phone/emailAbility to work with diverse constituent groups including principal donors, trustees, artists, etc.Knowledge of donor database software systems; Blackbaud product knowledge a plusConfidence in working with financial data and reportsDemonstrated record of integrityAbility to lift and transport works of artPreferred Qualifications:Master’s degree in related fieldFundraising auction experiencePassion for arts education and support of artistsExperience in serving diverse populationsFamiliarity with the Central Area, local arts organizations, or related institutionsCompetence in serving diverse populationsDemonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusionAbility to manage stress and maintain sense of humor