Director of Development - Mystic Noank Library.
The Mystic & Noank Library seeks a self-directed, creative,
responsible and positive team player with a commitment to ensure the
financial well-being of our beloved and highly regarded Mystic Noank
Library now celebrating its 125th Anniversary. This position reports
directly to the Executive Director and provides monthly development
reporting to the Board of Trustees. This is a weekly (35 hour)
fundraising position with high visibility in the Mystic community. A
high degree of flexibility is desired as work flow often fluctuates.
In addition to creating, implementing and meeting the
Library’s strategic objectives and development goals, the best candidate
will be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience in the following
areas:
Development (90% time): Manage and grow our Annual
Fund, fundraising efforts, planned giving and endowment programs and
coordination of the calendar of donor communications. Identify grant
opportunities and submit grant proposals. Prepare ongoing grant
reporting. Cultivate, retain and communicate with existing and
prospective donors and key stakeholders. Maintain donor database
software, as well as process online gifts, Square reader, stock gifts
and corporate matching gifts; reconciliation with Bookkeeper as
necessary. Manage Development Expense Budget. Produce and present
development activity reports for monthly Trustee and Staff meetings.
Write Development section of the quarterly Bookends print newsletter.
Remain current on ideas and strategies related to non-profit/library
fundraising. Participate in regional outreach including participating in
the Stonington Non-Profits, the Downtown Mystic Merchants, the Greater
Mystic Chamber of Commerce, and other local events in the Groton and
Stonington communities.
Marketing (10%): Organize and attend library major
events. Oversee and direct public profile of the Library development and
marketing efforts through print and social media.
Essential Skills: Successful candidate must be a
reliable, self-motivated team player with an engaging attitude and
commitment to excellent customer service. Effective and professional
writing and verbal abilities with strong interpersonal skills are
essential. Ability to comfortably interact with Staff, Trustees,
Friends, donors and community members a requirement. Discretion and tact
when engaging with the Library’s loyal and vocal advocates. This
position requires proficient communication and organizational skills,
along with the ability to meet deadlines, multitask and manage changing
priorities. Evening and weekend hours often required of staff for
popular community events.
Experience: Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 5 years of
experience in fundraising and/or grant writing preferably in a
non-profit environment. Proficient in computer skills. Experience with
social media platforms and web-design preferred. A familiarity with the
greater Groton/Mystic/Stonington area is desirable. More critical is a
willingness to learn quickly, jump in readily and commit to effectively
administering the Library’s development program.
Candidates please note that the Library has a resident
pet cat named Mito which may cause a problem with extremely allergic
individuals.
Salary & Benefits: Salary based on experience with
vacation, insurance contribution and 403(b) retirement plan with match
component.
Please send resume with three references to trustees@mysticnoanklibrary.org by June 1, 2018. No phone calls please.
