Development Officer
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$ 10000 - 24999
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Job Description
Development Officer
Full-time Exempt
Salary Range: $71173 $80092 annually
Location: The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art Kansas City MO
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art seeks a motivated and relationship-oriented Development Officer to join our Development team. This position plays a key role in advancing the museums mission by managing a portfolio of individual donors and prospects primarily focused on gifts ranging from $10000 to $24999.
As a Development Officer you will identify cultivate solicit and steward donors building meaningful relationships to support a variety of museum initiatives including operations endowments and capital campaigns. Youll collaborate with colleagues across departments to craft compelling proposals ensure proper stewardship and help plan donor engagement events.
Were looking for a development professional with high emotional intelligence strong communication skills and a passion for building lasting connections. You should have at least 3 years of fundraising or related experience and an interest in advancing inclusive and equitable philanthropic practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a portfolio of approximately 100 individual donors and prospects
Conduct donor visits and make solicitations to achieve fundraising goals
Write proposals and collaborate on stewardship plans
Coordinate with development and museum staff on donor engagement
Support donor-focused events and related initiatives
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 3 years of experience in development or a related field
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Proficiency with donor database systems (Tessitura or similar preferred)
Why Work With Us
At the Nelson-Atkins your work helps connect people with art in meaningful and lasting ways. Youll join a supportive inclusive culture that values your voice and addition to meaningful work we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health well-being and work-life balance.
Our benefits include:
Medical dental and vision insurance options
403(b) retirement plan with generous employer match and contributions
- Generous paid time off including 10 calendar holidays
Onsite Wellness Center with yoga massage chairs flu shots educational resources
Free parking staff discounts and museum perks
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health financial and legal support
Life and disability insurance
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace a diverse and inclusive work environment and do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy gender identity and sexual orientation) national origin age disability genetic information or any other status protected by law.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
