Texas
THC - Senior Development Manager (Program Specialist V) 26-09
Texas, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Overview
THE THC DEVELOPMENT OFFICE:
The Texas Historical Commission, by statutory authority, has a development office within the THC’s Administrative Division. This development office includes the THC Chief Development Officer, the Development Manager, and the Office Manager/Bookkeeper, all of whom are state employees. Per a Memorandum of Agreement between the THC and the non-profit 501(c)(3)
Friends of the Texas Historical Commission , the THC Development staff also staffs the nonprofit organization. Therefore, the THC Chief Development Officer serves as the Executive Director of the Friends of the THC, and the Development Manager(s) and Finance and Office Manager serve in parallel roles for the nonprofit organization as well. JOB OBJECTIVE:
Provide highly complex (senior-level) fund development services and technical assistance to the Texas Historical Commission (THC) agency staff, THC Commissioners, Friends of the Texas Historical Commission (FTHC) Board of Trustees, and the general public.
The ideal candidate will bring experience in development planning, foundation and institutional fundraising
(including research and prospect development), donor relations management, leading a communication and outreach program, and program management.
The Senior Development Manager is a critical leadership position
supporting the Executive Director, and will work under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Responsibilities
Development & Fundraising
— Coordinate
foundation and institutional
(public agency as well as quasi-public funding sources) fundraising to support any ongoing program/project fundraising campaigns.
Development & Fundraising
—
Manage
(with guidance and oversight from the ED)
a robust list of foundation and institutional prospects,
and prepare, maintain, and manage targeted donor lists for specific programs and projects, including capital campaigns. Work with the Executive Director (ED) to
develop case statements
for foundation and institutional fundraising.
Development & Fundraising
—
Coordinate all research and prospects development for foundation and institutional donor prospects,
to help with effective grant writing and reporting, and for the management and stewardship of grants.
Development & Fundraising
— Work with the Executive Director (ED) and the appropriate agency program staff to
provide timely reports
to foundation and institutional donors for program/project related grants.
Development & Fundraising
— Coordinate, with guidance from Board and ED and in partnership with the FTHC team, any
fundraising events , or special events.
Donor Relations Management
— Engage in
active communications
with the prospects
to foster long-term relationships.
Donor Relations Management
— Ensure
accuracy and currency of donor database, especially as it relates to foundations and institutional giving.
Donor Relations Management
— Use the
donor database to track all institutional fundraising activity , and to generate regular reports to track annual foundation and institutional fundraising goals.
Program Development and Support
—
Lead and coordinate all aspects of the Preservation Scholars Program
including cultivating donor relationships in support of the program, soliciting annual grants or individual gifts for the program; managing the Preservation Scholars Committee (which includes THC staff and FTHC Board members); coordinating the annual planning process (Fall through Summer) for the program including organizing all pre-program planning; updating and managing the applications process through the winter of each year; coordination of application review by committee in the spring; and coordinating the internship program through the 10-week period in the summer of each year.
Program Development and Support
—
Create and/or develop and expand other distinct FTHC programs , including
education and outreach programs
as required.
Program Development and Support
— Work with the ED to develop and conduct the Development Training Seminars/Workshops.
Program Development and Support
— Work with the ED to
build sponsorships and partnership support
for the annual Real Places Conference.
Program Development and Support
— Work with the Historic Sites Community Partnerships Program Manager to
liaison with local Friends groups , serve as a resource, and coordinate fundraising efforts.
Communications and Outreach
—
Coordinate all aspects of the Friends of the THC’s Communications Program , including the Social Media program.
Update and manage a communications plan
for ongoing communications with donors, partners, and supporters, and with the Commission.
Communications and Outreach
—
Manage and guide the Social Media consultant
to coordinate the SM plan for the Friends.
Communications and Outreach
— Coordinate (to include writing and editing) donor communications, including e-newsletters and the annual report.
Communications and Outreach
—
Manage and develop the FTHC’s virtual events program;
identify and solicit speakers, manage schedule of programming, work with ED to develop potential funding asks to support the program.
Communications and Outreach
—
Manage, refine, and update web and online content
as needed, with feedback and guidance from the ED and input from the FTHC team.
Board Management
— Support the ED and Finance and Office Manager on arrangements for board/committee meetings.
Board Management
— Assist in building FTHC board and committee meeting agendas and board meeting planning.
Board Management
— Facilitate board action items that relate to THC divisions; enroll in QuickBooks.
Financial Management
— Assist the ED and the Finance and Office Manager in the development and review of FTHC’s budget and financial reports.
Financial Management
— Participate in the annual budgeting process.
May train others.
Adhere to established work schedule with regular attendance.
Follow all THC safety guidelines/procedures and ethics requirements.
Qualifications/Requirements
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university;
Minimum eight-to-ten (8-10) years of experience in the nonprofit sector, with a minimum of six-seven (6-7) years of experience in development and fundraising, specifically in grant-writing and foundation and institutional fundraising;
Experience in program development and coordination;
Experience in donor communications (emails, newsletters, etc.);
Experience in donor database management (CRM systems, such as Neon, Raiser’s Edge, or other fundraising software);
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, etc.);
Proficiency in online communications software (like GovDelivery, MailChimp, Constant Contact, etc.);
Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and ability to drive a state vehicle; and
Required to travel a minimum of 30% of the work period.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in fundraising events management/coordination;
Experience in board management/support;
Experience in website management and web content development;
Demonstrated experience and skill in public speaking; and
Demonstrated interest in history, historic preservation, or the arts.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent strategic thinking and planning skills, and the ability to plan, organize and work independently, as well as within a team environment;
Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills;
Exercise sound professional judgment and discretion in establishing, applying, and interpreting fundraising policies and procedures;
Ethical management of sensitive donor data and broader development activities;
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with high attention to detail;
Self-motivation and cooperative decision-making; ability to work with diverse groups;
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and adapt to change while delivering timely results;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff, FTHC board, donors, volunteers, and partners;
Ability to analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend effective solutions;
Ability to process information logically and assess validity;
Effective critical thinking skills;
Knowledge of graphic design;
Skill in the use of general office machines and software;
Skill in providing customer service excellence to internal and external customers; ability to travel as needed for donor meetings and events.
Other Requirements
Must have or obtain a valid Driver’s License and Defensive Driving Course to operate state vehicles.
Environment / Travel This is an in-office position, housed in a historic state building near the State Capitol in Austin and may involve exposure to dust and environmental allergens. Mostly sedentary but may involve walking, standing, lifting up to 30 pounds. Applicants must be willing to travel, and some overnight travel is required. The position may require evening and weekend work. Regular in-office presence is expected, with potential for remote work per agency policy.
Additional Information Military employment preference is provided as described in the posting. A driving and criminal background check will be conducted. EEO/AA statements apply. Resumes are not accepted in place of a completed application. Please submit a resume, cover letter, and a writing sample within CAPPS.
The Texas Historical Commission is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, age, or disability in recruitment, selection, appointment, training, promotion, retention, or any other personnel action or deny any benefits or participation in programs or activities which it sponsors. To receive military preference, applicable documentation must be provided. The agency participates in E-Verify.
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THE THC DEVELOPMENT OFFICE:
The Texas Historical Commission, by statutory authority, has a development office within the THC’s Administrative Division. This development office includes the THC Chief Development Officer, the Development Manager, and the Office Manager/Bookkeeper, all of whom are state employees. Per a Memorandum of Agreement between the THC and the non-profit 501(c)(3)
Friends of the Texas Historical Commission , the THC Development staff also staffs the nonprofit organization. Therefore, the THC Chief Development Officer serves as the Executive Director of the Friends of the THC, and the Development Manager(s) and Finance and Office Manager serve in parallel roles for the nonprofit organization as well. JOB OBJECTIVE:
Provide highly complex (senior-level) fund development services and technical assistance to the Texas Historical Commission (THC) agency staff, THC Commissioners, Friends of the Texas Historical Commission (FTHC) Board of Trustees, and the general public.
The ideal candidate will bring experience in development planning, foundation and institutional fundraising
(including research and prospect development), donor relations management, leading a communication and outreach program, and program management.
The Senior Development Manager is a critical leadership position
supporting the Executive Director, and will work under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Responsibilities
Development & Fundraising
— Coordinate
foundation and institutional
(public agency as well as quasi-public funding sources) fundraising to support any ongoing program/project fundraising campaigns.
Development & Fundraising
—
Manage
(with guidance and oversight from the ED)
a robust list of foundation and institutional prospects,
and prepare, maintain, and manage targeted donor lists for specific programs and projects, including capital campaigns. Work with the Executive Director (ED) to
develop case statements
for foundation and institutional fundraising.
Development & Fundraising
—
Coordinate all research and prospects development for foundation and institutional donor prospects,
to help with effective grant writing and reporting, and for the management and stewardship of grants.
Development & Fundraising
— Work with the Executive Director (ED) and the appropriate agency program staff to
provide timely reports
to foundation and institutional donors for program/project related grants.
Development & Fundraising
— Coordinate, with guidance from Board and ED and in partnership with the FTHC team, any
fundraising events , or special events.
Donor Relations Management
— Engage in
active communications
with the prospects
to foster long-term relationships.
Donor Relations Management
— Ensure
accuracy and currency of donor database, especially as it relates to foundations and institutional giving.
Donor Relations Management
— Use the
donor database to track all institutional fundraising activity , and to generate regular reports to track annual foundation and institutional fundraising goals.
Program Development and Support
—
Lead and coordinate all aspects of the Preservation Scholars Program
including cultivating donor relationships in support of the program, soliciting annual grants or individual gifts for the program; managing the Preservation Scholars Committee (which includes THC staff and FTHC Board members); coordinating the annual planning process (Fall through Summer) for the program including organizing all pre-program planning; updating and managing the applications process through the winter of each year; coordination of application review by committee in the spring; and coordinating the internship program through the 10-week period in the summer of each year.
Program Development and Support
—
Create and/or develop and expand other distinct FTHC programs , including
education and outreach programs
as required.
Program Development and Support
— Work with the ED to develop and conduct the Development Training Seminars/Workshops.
Program Development and Support
— Work with the ED to
build sponsorships and partnership support
for the annual Real Places Conference.
Program Development and Support
— Work with the Historic Sites Community Partnerships Program Manager to
liaison with local Friends groups , serve as a resource, and coordinate fundraising efforts.
Communications and Outreach
—
Coordinate all aspects of the Friends of the THC’s Communications Program , including the Social Media program.
Update and manage a communications plan
for ongoing communications with donors, partners, and supporters, and with the Commission.
Communications and Outreach
—
Manage and guide the Social Media consultant
to coordinate the SM plan for the Friends.
Communications and Outreach
— Coordinate (to include writing and editing) donor communications, including e-newsletters and the annual report.
Communications and Outreach
—
Manage and develop the FTHC’s virtual events program;
identify and solicit speakers, manage schedule of programming, work with ED to develop potential funding asks to support the program.
Communications and Outreach
—
Manage, refine, and update web and online content
as needed, with feedback and guidance from the ED and input from the FTHC team.
Board Management
— Support the ED and Finance and Office Manager on arrangements for board/committee meetings.
Board Management
— Assist in building FTHC board and committee meeting agendas and board meeting planning.
Board Management
— Facilitate board action items that relate to THC divisions; enroll in QuickBooks.
Financial Management
— Assist the ED and the Finance and Office Manager in the development and review of FTHC’s budget and financial reports.
Financial Management
— Participate in the annual budgeting process.
May train others.
Adhere to established work schedule with regular attendance.
Follow all THC safety guidelines/procedures and ethics requirements.
Qualifications/Requirements
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university;
Minimum eight-to-ten (8-10) years of experience in the nonprofit sector, with a minimum of six-seven (6-7) years of experience in development and fundraising, specifically in grant-writing and foundation and institutional fundraising;
Experience in program development and coordination;
Experience in donor communications (emails, newsletters, etc.);
Experience in donor database management (CRM systems, such as Neon, Raiser’s Edge, or other fundraising software);
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, etc.);
Proficiency in online communications software (like GovDelivery, MailChimp, Constant Contact, etc.);
Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and ability to drive a state vehicle; and
Required to travel a minimum of 30% of the work period.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in fundraising events management/coordination;
Experience in board management/support;
Experience in website management and web content development;
Demonstrated experience and skill in public speaking; and
Demonstrated interest in history, historic preservation, or the arts.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent strategic thinking and planning skills, and the ability to plan, organize and work independently, as well as within a team environment;
Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills;
Exercise sound professional judgment and discretion in establishing, applying, and interpreting fundraising policies and procedures;
Ethical management of sensitive donor data and broader development activities;
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with high attention to detail;
Self-motivation and cooperative decision-making; ability to work with diverse groups;
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and adapt to change while delivering timely results;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff, FTHC board, donors, volunteers, and partners;
Ability to analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend effective solutions;
Ability to process information logically and assess validity;
Effective critical thinking skills;
Knowledge of graphic design;
Skill in the use of general office machines and software;
Skill in providing customer service excellence to internal and external customers; ability to travel as needed for donor meetings and events.
Other Requirements
Must have or obtain a valid Driver’s License and Defensive Driving Course to operate state vehicles.
Environment / Travel This is an in-office position, housed in a historic state building near the State Capitol in Austin and may involve exposure to dust and environmental allergens. Mostly sedentary but may involve walking, standing, lifting up to 30 pounds. Applicants must be willing to travel, and some overnight travel is required. The position may require evening and weekend work. Regular in-office presence is expected, with potential for remote work per agency policy.
Additional Information Military employment preference is provided as described in the posting. A driving and criminal background check will be conducted. EEO/AA statements apply. Resumes are not accepted in place of a completed application. Please submit a resume, cover letter, and a writing sample within CAPPS.
The Texas Historical Commission is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, age, or disability in recruitment, selection, appointment, training, promotion, retention, or any other personnel action or deny any benefits or participation in programs or activities which it sponsors. To receive military preference, applicable documentation must be provided. The agency participates in E-Verify.
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