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The Basilica of Saint Mary

Manager of Basilica Events

The Basilica of Saint Mary, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400

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Department:

Mission Advancement Supervisor:

Managing Director of Mission Advancement Status:

Full Time, Exempt Hours Schedule:

40 hours per week, Weekdays (some evenings/weekends)

Purpose of Position Develop, implement, and oversee special events strategy for The Basilica Landmark and The Basilica of Saint Mary parish to raise funds, cultivate and steward donors, and build awareness of the organizations and their missions and visions with members, donors, and the wider community.

Scope of Position

Reports to the Managing Director of Mission Advancement.

Work collaboratively with the Mission Advancement team and volunteer leaders to plan, coordinate and implement an effective schedule of special fundraising and stewardship events.

Supervise events coordinator.

Manage volunteers and committees supporting special events.

Hire, supervise any interns and contractors for special events.

Primary Functions and Major Activities

Prepare special event strategic plans, including goals, communications and marketing plans, budgets, and timelines. Track analytics and goals.

Identify and implement fundraising, communications and marketing strategies and tactics to successfully achieve event goals and grow target audiences.

Recruit and form volunteer committees to run events. Responsible for scheduling and preparing for meetings, committee communications, and volunteer acknowledgements and appreciation.

Oversee event administrative support like mailings (sponsor letters, invitations, save the date postcards), data entry, deposits, acknowledgements, and tax notification letters.

Plan and coordinate all event components including marketing and promotions, logistics, ticket allocation, volunteer needs, and solicitation of auction items, on-site event coordination.

Manage relationships with vendors and ensure coordination of activities are on schedule and on budget.

Plan and coordinate auction if applicable

Collaborate with Basilica staff across all teams to develop and implement a comprehensive events strategy that strengthens community engagement and fosters a vibrant, welcoming parish environment.

Coordinate with colleagues and participate in team and Basilica of Saint Mary staff activities.

Participate in development team meetings.

Participate in all-staff meetings, gatherings and trainings.

Ready to work and complete all assigned responsibilities and accept additional responsibilities identified by your supervisor.

Compensation and Benefits The salary range for this position is $63,000 - $65,000 annually. All full-time employees of The Basilica of Saint Mary receive access to the following benefits: medical/dental/vision insurance, FSA & HSA plans, 3 weeks of paid time off, sick leave, paid holidays, floating holidays, parental leave, 403b, 403b matching up to 3%, life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), short-term disability, long-term disability, and other supplemental insurance options.

Designation of Essential Functions Employment in and by the Church is substantially different from secular employment. Church employees/volunteers must conduct themselves in a manner which is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. This position does not require that the employee/volunteer be a Catholic. However, as a parish community rooted in the teachings of the Catholic Church, employees/volunteers are expected to be knowledgeable of core tenets and respectful of the mission, purpose, and teachings of the Catholic faith.

How to Apply Please send your resume to Taylor Liles, tliles@mary.org. Cover letters are encouraged but not required for consideration for the position.

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