$72,500-77,500 per year; 12-month renewable contract
The New Haven Free Public Library Foundation is seeking a self-directed, creative, and positive team player to oversee the development and fund-raising arm of the New Haven Free Public Library system. We are a 501(c)(3) organization governed by a volunteer-member Board of Directors. Working in consultation with the President of the Foundation’s Board of Directors and the City Librarian, who serves as the Foundation’s Executive Director, this position is responsible for setting and meeting fundraising targets, planning and executing development projects including grants and campaigns, expanding giving capacity, and building a culture of philanthropy within the library system.
Work spans all functional areas of development and advancement: individual and institutional giving, grant writing, data management and analysis, event planning, donor relations, board development and marketing/communications. A successful candidate will have a broad range of experience with fundraising and nonprofit administration; analytic and creative thinking and communication skills; a track record of success; and a passion for supporting the important work of public libraries.
Education, Qualifications, and Experience
- BA or equivalent experience (required), advanced degree or relevant certifications preferred
- Demonstrated effectiveness in working with a nonprofit board
- Demonstrated success in developing and delivering donor revenue goals and fundraising benchmarks in a cost-effective way
- Demonstrated excellence in organizational, managerial, and communication skills
- Knowledge and understanding of public libraries and their role in the community
- Knowledge and proficiency with donor and financial management tools, including Donor Perfect (or similar fundraising database),
- QuickBooks, and website management systems
- Familiarity with technology platforms for communication and payments including Stripe or Square, social media platforms, and virtual collaboration tools such as Zoom
Terms of Work and Benefits: This is a full-time salaried position, based on a 37.5-hour work week, typically Monday through Friday, with occasional evening or weekend hours required for meetings or fundraising events. This is a 12-month renewable contract. The primary work location will be at the Ives Main Library at 133 Elm Street, New Haven. The expected salary range for this position is $72,500-77,500 per year, based on experience and qualifications. Vacation days are accrued during the employment year (15 days/year divided by 12 months = 1.25 days/month) and would be reimbursed as accrued when employment ends. Medical benefits or insurance are the responsibility of the employee.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three references to Maria Bernhey, City Librarian, at mbernhey@nhfpl.org and reference “Director of Advancement position” in the subject line of your email. Review of applications will begin on March 31 and continue until the position is filled.
View the full job posting and download the job description at https://nhfpl.org/about/jobs/
