Good afternoon - Mount Vernon, George Washington's Estate is seeking a Director of Special Gifts within our Development office. Please find information detailing the requirements below. Regards, Leah Noce Human Resources - Special Projects 703.799.5081 George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens Title: Director of Special Gifts Department: Development Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens, the home of George Washington seeks a Director of Special Gifts to join the Development team during an exciting time of growth and opportunity. Our Director will plan and implement all aspects of Mount Vernon's deferred giving program, collaborate with Development office colleagues to integrate deferred giving into direct mail, membership and major gift programs. We look forward to the Director actively identifying and managing his or her own portfolio of prospects and donors for the capital campaign for the National Library for George Washington as well as other special projects, annual giving and membership programs. Successful candidates will have: * A minimum of 5 years experience in fundraising with particular expertise in planned giving * A passion for working with individual prospects, donors, and people in general * An interest in the Mission of Mount Vernon and eagerness to share its importance with others * Ethical fundraising standards and practices * Bachelor's degree; Advanced degrees preferred * Computer proficient, including RE, PG Calc, Microsoft Word * Excellent communication skills * Successful track record in raising major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations Preference will be given to candidates with experience in raising major gifts for museums and working with foundations and individuals supporting antique collections and historic artifacts. Please forward a resume, cover letter and salary history/requirement by email to [log in to unmask], by fax to 703.780.8320 or by US Mail to POB 110, Mount Vernon, VA 22121. Mount Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).