Director of Development and Fundraising

Position Summary: Penobscot Theater Company seeks an experienced, strategic, enthusiastic, and outgoing development professional to lead the organization’s fundraising efforts, expand and deepen our community connections, and instill a culture of philanthropy among staff, volunteers, and board members. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for the arts, exceptional communication skills, and a proven track record in fundraising and development. The Director of Development will report to the Artistic Director and work closely with the Marketing Director and Box Office Manager. Schedule This position is a member of PTC Admin. Work schedule is M-F with weekends and evenings as required. Duties Collaborates with the Artistic Director (AD) and Marketing Director (MD) to develop a Comprehensive Development plan and Vision Leads fundraising strategies and initiatives for PTC and Dramatic Academy (DA - Educational Program) Plans and executes fundraising events, campaigns, and initiatives Tracks, documents and mails all donor and grant acknowledgements Assists in data collection—review and analyze ROI to inform strategy Supports events management and coordination Partners with Artistic Director to identify and apply for new foundation and government grants Represents PTC at events as appropriate Works with AD to develop and execute Community Outreach events Engages and supports the Board in their fundraising efforts Oversees the development and implementation of a planned giving program Assists in nonprofit management tasks as needed Qualifications Minimum of two to three years experience working in nonprofit fundraising and development or relevant sales/community experience Ability to think outside the box and creatively assess fundraising avenues Ability to manage competing responsibilities and proven skills in project management Demonstrated ability to build personal relationships with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills Comfort leading solicitations in‑person and virtually Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and diplomacy Experience with database management Passion for the Performing Arts Microsoft Office & Google Suite (Required) Bachelor’s degree Don’t check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway! This position offers an excellent opportunity to grow within the development field while contributing to securing PTC’s place in the community. Studies have shown that marginalized communities—such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color—are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. PTC is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging – so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application. Job Type Salaried, Exempt, In person Benefits Health, optional Dental, Vision, and Life, Simple IRA, generous PTO To Apply Please send a Cover Letter and Resume to View email address on click.appcast.io Company Values Creativity – We are a destination for imagination, and we support the creative process by encouraging thoughtful risk‑taking and unconventional approaches to problem‑solving and story‑telling. Honesty – We tell the truth through our art and in every personal interaction. Respect – We demonstrate respect for ourselves, for others, and for the work we do by acting ethically; welcoming difference; showing appreciation for the unique experiences, perspectives, and contributions of others; and engaging in open exchange about ideas and decisions. Responsibility – We acknowledge the context and consider the consequences of our actions, serving as thoughtful stewards of our resources and holding ourselves accountable. Fairness – We balance conflicting interests and exercise impartiality, objectivity, and equity in our interpersonal relationships, treating others as we would like to be treated. Compassion – We act with sensitivity to the feelings of others and seek to promote empathy and understanding through our work. Greatness – We strive continuously to improve, aspiring to the highest standards and contributing actively to a culture of excellence. This description is not intended to be a complete statement of job content, rather to act as a guide to the essential functions performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The board of directors retains the discretion to add or change the duties of the position at any time in collaboration with employees. Individuals who work at Penobscot Theatre Company are “at will” employees. A more complete explanation of Penobscot Theatre Company personnel procedures is described in the Staff Handbook. #J-18808-Ljbffr