Associate Development Director

Position Description: Associate Development Director

Admiral Nimitz Foundation

Founded in 1971 as a 501(c)3, the Admiral Nimitz Foundation (ANF) since 2005, in an agreement with the Texas Historical Commission, manages and provides financial support to the State-owned National Museum of the Pacific War to:

· Preserve and exhibit the material history of the war in the Pacific and Indo-China during World War II;

· Offer and participate in programs that honor all veterans past and present and in programs that provide strategic insights into national security issues affecting our country;

· Support education concerning the American experience in the Pacific Area during World War;

· Preserve and exhibit the material history of Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz; and,

· Provide the public, researchers, teachers and historians with a readily accessible platform for the exploration of the War in the Pacific during World War II.

The Foundation engages visitors through various exhibitions and programs to accomplish the above mission. The Museum features four separate buildings of galleries and exhibits and six outdoor exhibit areas. The Foundation also runs and operates three museum stores and a variety of multi-functional spaces.

Position

Reporting to the Development Director, the Associate Development Director is responsible for special event planning and management, establishing and maintaining a mid-level ($2,500-$25,000) donor program, stewarding a portfolio of prospects and donors, overseeing departmental communications, and managing and reporting departmental data.

Primary Responsibilities

· Organize and administer fundraising events and provide input to make them appealing to donors.

· Prepare materials for donor cultivation and outreach events.

· Write, proof, and edit invitations, programs, and external communications (ads, brochures, newsletters, etc.).

· Develop personalized digital engagement and direct marketing strategies, including thank you calls and emails, letters, special invitations, follow-up to survey responses, progress reports, and other activities.

· Build and maintain relationships with donors, prospects, vendors, staff, volunteers, and the public.

· Maintain a portfolio of donors and prospects and upgrade major donors.

· Solicit funds through personal contacts with donors and prospects.

· Maintain up-to-date records in the database of donor engagement and moves management.

· Maintain donor recognition (Cumulative Giving Wall, web, and print).

· Manage donor stewardship by writing and sending print and electronic acknowledgments and thank you letters for donations.

· Manage departmental phone and email (online donations, general inquiries, donation inquiries, etc.)

· Develop and maintain a departmental calendar.

· Ensure the accuracy of donation, membership, and prospect records in the Foundation’s CRM.

· Manage and grow the Affiliate and Premium Business Member program, using POS and CRM software to manage the member database.

· Proactively identify new prospects to support the museum (i.e. ticket buyers, event attendees, etc.) and develop initiatives to convert them to members.

· Provide monthly status reports as well as recommended performance plans.

Secondary Responsibilities

· Assist with rentals and internal events, maintain rental linens (washing, drying, and folding), receive and maintain TABC certifications, and work with facilities on set up and take down of all dinners either on-site or off-site).

· Assist the Tributes Department as needed (edit plaques, help with dedications, help with Memorial Day wreaths, etc.).

· Participate in Education programs throughout the year (Veteran’s Day, Memorial Day, etc.)

· Collaborate with program staff to gather information and data necessary for departmental communications.

· Coordinate with Marketing to create and deliver quarterly membership newsletter, monthly member, and eBlasts as well as managing acquisition and renewal campaigns.

· Help draft and edit grants and other solicitations.

· Assist with Development fundraising (mid-year and end-of-year appeals) and support membership and grant writing as needed.

· Support the Development team with fundraising initiatives as needed, and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in business, sales, hospitality, non-profit management, or a related field.

· Experience in event planning, marketing, digital marketing, membership management or hospitality.

· 5-plus years of experience in non-profit development and fundraising.

· Demonstrated success in building relationships and outreach.

· Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Ticketing/Point of Sale, as well as Constituent Relationship Management CRM systems.

· Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.

· Strong organizational and time management skills, with project management experience a plus.

· A collaborator with the ability to work independently without close oversight.

· Strong research, writing, fundraising, or a related role (nonprofit experience preferred).

· Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

· Passion for the Foundation’s mission and a commitment to its success.

· Available to work a flexible schedule with some nights, weekends, and travel.

· A valid driver's license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle.

· Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. and stand, sit, or walk for extended periods.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time, salaried position in the range of $50,000-$55,000 with health insurance, sick leave, paid vacation, and holidays. A 403-B retirement savings account is offered.

To Apply

Please email a resume, cover letter, and the names of three references to The Admiral Nimitz Foundation, 328 East Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX 78624, Attn: Alexander Freeman, Development Director, at AFreeman@NimitzFoundation.org. Please include “Associate Development Director Application” in the subject line.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fredericksburg, TX 78624: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person