Art Director jobs in Wyoming

About the National Museum of Wildlife Art

Those who visit the National Museum of Wildlife Art are first struck by its location: perched above the National Elk Refuge, on the doorstep of Grand Teton National Park, and surrounded by the creatures—pronghorn, elk, bison, bears—that its art so well captures.

While the setting itself inspires wonder, it’s what happens within its walls that touches the hearts of 65,000 people each year—and has earned the Museum widespread recognition, including accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums and designation as the nation’s museum of wildlife art by order of Congress.

About the Opportunity

The National Museum of Wildlife Art seeks an experienced, enterprising development professional to direct and implement strategy to oversee the institution’s growth and continued success. Leading a team of fundraising professionals, the Director of Development will collaborate closely with the accomplished and long-tenured Chief Advancement Officer and Museum Director to execute annual fundraising strategies. The Director of Development will collaborate closely with the Director of Programs & Events and Director of Marketing to plan and execute annual campaigns and projects to advance the institution and will implement a strategy to engage a generous community of supporters to raise $1.6M in FY25.

A successful candidate for the Director of Development role will be an experienced fundraising professional with a deep understanding of the principles of portfolio management, annual campaigns, membership, and grants. They will bring, or quickly gain, an appreciation for the arts and the outdoors, and the motivations of the generous supporters of the Museum. They will also have an understanding of the cost of living in Jackson, WY, which, for its many amenities, can be prohibitively expensive. The Director of Development will be highly collaborative, entrepreneurial in their approach, and comfortable leading a committed team of development professionals.

Key Position Functions

Summary

Reporting to the Chief Advancement Officer, the Director of Development is responsible for planning, managing, and executing a comprehensive, diversified, and strategic development effort that sustains and secures revenue from various constituencies in accordance with annual goals. The Director of Development leads a small and nimble team to achieve key objectives. In collaboration with curatorial, education, and events team, the Director of Development will create high-impact partnerships that generate revenue, increase community awareness, and foster lasting connections with the Museum’s existing stakeholders and emerging audiences.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Fundraising Leadership
• Front-Line Fundraising
• Donor Relations
• Development Operations
• Team Management
• Donor and Member Engagement and Stewardship
• Public Relations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree desirable.
• Minimum of five years proven success in meeting fundraising goals, with the ability to attract, influence, engage, and build long-term relationships with donors and key constituents. Comfort and experience with portfolio management. Experience in museums and/or art institutions is a plus.
• Flexible and adaptable work style with the ability to work some nights and weekends, manage competing demands, and work independently as well as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint applications, as well as Google Workspace equivalents.
• Management experience and leadership skills.
• Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) platforms or other databases; Blackbaud, Raiser’s Edge NXT or similar fundraising platforms preferred.
• Awareness of Jackson, WY cost of living and landscape.

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is $95,000-100,000.

Additional benefits include:

• Housing and Transportation Stipend
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan Contribution
• 20 PTO Days
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Hybrid Work Environment

Application Process

Benefactor Group is pleased to be assisting the National Museum of Wildlife Art with this executive search. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. All applications are considered highly confidential. To be considered for this position, please send a resume and formal cover letter in pdf. format to:

Benefactor Group Recruitment Team

HR@benefactorgroup.com

http://www.benefactorgroup.com

To learn more about the National Museum of Wildlife Art, please visit: https://www.wildlifeart.org

Please do not contact the National Museum of Wildlife Art staff or Board with questions or interest in the role. All inquiries about the position should be directed to Benefactor Group.

Equal Employment Opportunities

NMWA is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. The Museum provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, service member status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, or any other protected classification under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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