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The Salt Lake Art Center, a non-profit arts organization with a budget of just under $1 million, seeks a Development & Foundation Manager to coordinate and implement the Art Center’s development program, and to assist the Development Director and the Executive Director with all efforts related to fundraising and community-building activities. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

           

* works closely with the Development Director and the Executive Director to coordinate and implement the comprehensive development plan that encompasses individual, foundation, corporate and government funding;

* proactively seeks new funding sources that are local, regional and national in scope, and stewards relationships with current and past major donors and supporters;

* coordinates, implements and researches all aspects of the grant application program to foundations, corporations and government agencies;

* writes grant proposals and funding reports;

* provides targeted research of new grant and other funding sources;

* assists with all aspects of the major annual Gala fundraiser and other special event related tasks;

* develops, maintains and reviews the database, handles gift processing and generates management reports;

* participates in strategic planning and other management initiatives as may occur from time to time; and,

* serves as an ambassador for the Salt Lake Art Center.

 

A college degree with a minimum of five years experience in researching, cultivating, and soliciting varied funding sources is preferred. Strong grant-writing experience a must. Museum or other not-for-profit experience is important. The ability to work with relational databases and strong communication skills are required. The successful candidate will have outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to work with a wide range of individuals, a willingness to engage with donors and patrons and to participate in a variety of Salt Lake Art Center activities and events, the ability to meet deadlines and to be a team player. Enthusiasm, passion, integrity, curiosity, and initiative are essential characteristics. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

 

For more information about the Salt Lake Art Center and to view the full job description please visit www.slartcenter.org. Please send cover letter addressing your qualifications, résumé, grant writing sample and references to Patti Hanson, Development Director, Salt Lake Art Center, 20 South West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, [log in to unmask].