Development Officer - Danforth Museum and Art School

Job Description:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Responsible for the identification, cultivation and solicitation of prospective donors with the capacity to make gifts of $1,000 or greater to the Danforth Art Museum and School at Framingham State University.


SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Assistant Vice President of University Advancement

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

May supervise Student Workers and contract employees

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct 120+ face-to-face meetings annually with assigned donors and prospects.
• Leads fundraising efforts and is accountable for achieving the Danforth's annual fundraising goal, in partnership with the Danforth team.
• Cultivate and solicit qualified prospects for leadership annual gifts and major and planned gifts.
• Develop and implement individualized moves management strategies for assigned prospects, with clear goals, next steps, and solicitation plans.
• Prepare and present compelling gift opportunities and proposals aligned with donor interests and institutional priorities, seek and develop corporate collaborations.
• Partner with Danforth Museum and Danforth Art School leadership, development colleagues, and other campus partners to support donor engagement, stewardship, and fundraising strategy.
• Participates in Danforth Art Center Advisory Board meetings and works collaboratively with Board members to support fundraising and donor engagement efforts.
• Complete timely donor follow-up, correspondence, and contact reports, and maintain accurate donor records and activity in the constituent relationship management system.
• Attend Danforth and MetroWest community events for the purpose of identifying prospective corporate partners, donors and friends.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Accountable for ensuring that equal opportunity, inclusion, and equity are integrally tied to all actions and decisions in areas of responsibility.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• General office environment and off site locations at donors homes and public spaces.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree.

• 3+ years of experience in fundraising, alumni relations or other closely related fields.
• Prior experience in arts and/or museums setting preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; creativity, initiative and independence in carrying out responsibilities; leadership, personal approachability, teamwork and organizational skills.
• The ability to work with high level prospects, alumni, donors and friends
• Frequent travel and some night/weekend is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in higher education, nonprofit, arts, museum or advancement environments.
• Proficiency with CRM systems (e.g., Virtuous, Raiser's Edge, Salesforce).
• Experience with data tracking, reporting, and basic analytics.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, exempt, benefits-eligible position in the Association of Professional Administrators (APA) bargaining unit with a union title of Associate Director. The starting salary is $80,000. This position is eligible for a bonus of up to 10% of gross annual salary based on predetermined individual and team goals.


Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.

Framingham State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability status, Veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Members of underrepresented or minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to equity, diversity, and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.



Application Instructions:

Candidates must apply online by submitting:

• Cover Letter,
• Resume/CV,
• Equity and Inclusion Statement*,
• Names and contact information for three (3) professional references (references are not contacted automatically upon submission of application).

*Regardless of personal demographic characteristics, FSU has a commitment to hiring candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion. The equity and inclusion statement is an opportunity for candidates to discuss past efforts, future plans, research, scholarship, professional skills, experience, and/or willingness to engage in activities that would enhance the University's efforts to promote an equitable and inclusive learning and working community. Equity and inclusion statements will be considered as part of a transparent and comprehensive review of candidates' application materials.

For best consideration, please submit application materials by June 20, 2026. The review of applications may continue beyond that date and until the position is filled, at the discretion of the search committee.

Framingham State University only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you experience technical issues with the online application process, please submit a helpdesk ticket.

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