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Director of Advancement

Reports to: Executive Director

Status: Full-time, flexible 40 hours/week, Monday through Friday, preferred, part-time

possible. Occasional evening and weekend work.

The Role

The Director of Advancement leads and administers fundraising activities for the Manchester

Community Library. As an enthusiastic, experienced, passionate, and successful nonprofit

fundraiser, your primary focus is identifying, cultivating, and soliciting individual donors to

increase revenues that support the Library\'s annual operating budget and long-range

sustainability.

Manchester Community Library is a hub of civic and community life. MCL connects our

members with people, information, and ideas. Individuals from all walks of life can meet, access

and build knowledge. MCL is an inspiring gathering place for the community, providing

opportunities for personal enrichment and growth.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Advancement closely collaborates with

MCLs Board of Trustees and Advancement Committee. As an essential member of our small

staff, you will be a team player ready to jump in and assist when needed.

Education

A bachelors degree in business, communications, liberal arts, non-profit management, or a

related field is preferred.

Experience

Three or more years in professional fundraising and building a culture of philanthropy are

preferred.

Qualifications

Alignment with MCLs mission, vision, and values Upbeat, optimistic, and tenacious character

Excellent verbal and written communications skills Knowledge of best practices in nonprofit

fundraising Demonstrated ability in the creation, implementation, and evaluation of

multi-year fundraising plans Experience working with boards, committees, and volunteers

Comfort with and the ability to manage information, schedules, and using databases

Action-oriented, organized, self-starter with strong time-management skills Great attention to

detail Ability to make decisions and act within established policies and procedures Excellence

in managing projects, from conception to completion Willingness to work in an often changing

and fast-paced environment Problem-solving skills and ability to resolve conflicts Proficiency

in Google Workplace, Microsoft Office; experience with fundraising databases and email

marketing platforms; technology versatile and data-driven Ability to manage confidential

information and sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism

Responsibilities

The following list comprises the primary job responsibilities; it is not a comprehensive listing of

all activities that may be required. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Identify, cultivate, and solicit donors Manage MCLs full range of advancement efforts,

including individual giving, corporate sponsorships, grants, planned giving, and fundraising or

stewardship events Maintain accurate records and database of all pledges, grants, and donor

relationships Establish metrics to measure success Plan and lead annual fundraising appeals

Develop fundraising and stewardship events Coordinate preparation of grant requests and

compiling grant materials Prepare and present reports to the Executive Director and Board of

Trustees on Advancement goals and progress Other duties as assigned or required to meet

Library needs.

Compensation

Salary range: \$52,500 \$67,500

The excellent benefits package includes medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, retirement

plan, and generous leave policies. Interested candidates should send to Edward Surjan,

Executive Director, careers@mc lvt.org:

? Cover letter highlighting how your skills and experience support your candidacy.

? Resume.

mailto:careers@mclvt.org

? Professional references. (Submit 3 with contact information. MCL will only contact your

references with prior notice.)

? Writing samples, advancement related preferred.

The Manchester Community Library is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants

will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual