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Senior Managing Director, Major & Planned Giving

Broadcasting


Job Location:

Baltimore County, MD - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 130000 - 165000
Posted: 6 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 3 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction

Maryland Public Television commonly known as MPT is a public television network that broadcasts throughout the entire state of Maryland and the District of Columbia and into parts of Delaware Pennsylvania Virginia and West Virginia. MPT is Marylands only statewide broadcaster. Headquartered in Owings Mills MPT is a member of the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) and is a producer of both locally and nationally distributed TV programs and digital content.

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Public Television

11767 Owings Mills Blvd

Owings Mills MD 21117

Main Purpose of Job
This Managing will devise and execute an annual fundraising plan to personally generate $or more in membership revenues. It will secure transformational philanthropic gifts and investments that advance MPTs highest strategic priorities.This position will devise and execute an annual fundraising plan to personally generate $or more in membership revenues. It will secure transformational philanthropic gifts and investments that advance MPTs highest strategic priorities. This senior management position manages a focused portfolio of donors and prospects capable of making gifts or commitments of $100000 or more. The candidate will create customized cultivation solicitation and stewardship strategies while partnering closely with the President and CEO Vice President of Development senior leaders and key volunteers.Additionally this position will track campaign results to reach annual goals and review campaign analytics in conjunction with the Managing Director of Major & Planned Giving to create or adjust annual fundraising plans.

POSITION DUTIES

Manage a strategically qualified portfolio of approximately 50 donors and prospects; identify cultivate solicit close and steward six-figure commitments.

Develop donor-centered funding opportunities proposals presentations gift agreements and individualized stewardship plans in collaboration with program and production partners.

Serve as philanthropy strategist and liaison for the President and CEO guiding targeted outreach cultivation and solicitation to develop close relationships with key stakeholders

Serve as a staff liaison to MPT Foundation board committees and assist in recruitment of new board members.

Partner with the Managing Director in leading the Major & Planned Giving team. Developing methods to strengthen the principal-gift pipeline coordinate prospect assignments and transitions and maintain timely accurate donor records.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelors Degree

Experience: Minimum Eight (8) years of experience in non-profit development including direct fundraising experience and a proven track record of soliciting and closing major gifts of at least five-figures; with at least 3 years of supervisory experience leading a team in development.

Note: experience can be substituted for education on a year by year basis


DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong preference will be given to applicants that possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualifications.

Exceptional communication presentation project management and interpersonal skills; sound judgement and discretion.

Campaign planning readiness assessment feasibility or execution experience.

Experience in public media higher education arts and culture journalism or another mission-driven non profit.

Familiarity with blended gifts including endowment and planned gifts.

Experience with donor CRM and prospect-management systems.


LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants must provide sufficient information on the application to show they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning the qualifications including any required documentation (diploma transcript certificate etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.
EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education training and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application


BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online applications are Strongly recommended. However if you are unable to apply online the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to Maryland Public Television HR 11767 Owings Mills Blvd. Owings Mills MD 21117. Paper application materials must be received by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted. If additional information is required the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload please fax the requested information to . Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment please contact Aaron Clark at . If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division at or . Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: MD TTY Relay Service 1-.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruitment retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity.



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