I am also sending to my personal contacts, in case you know of someone who may be interested.  Sorry if it is a duplicate.  Larry

Position Opening: Director of Development, Historical Society of Michigan

The Historical Society of Michigan seeks a qualified individual to serve as Director of Development.

The Director of Development is the chief development officer and is primarily responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating fundraising activities for the Historical Society of Michigan. This position reports to the Executive Director of Historical Society of Michigan and provides leadership for the creation of strategic fund development initiatives to include, primarily: a major and planned giving program, annual giving, donor stewardship and recognition programs, and public relations related to development.

Required qualifications are a Bachelor’s degree; thorough knowledge and understanding of all areas of fundraising, including annual giving, major, and planned giving; a record of progressively responsible fundraising experience and leadership; outstanding interpersonal, communication, and managerial skills; demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member; highly motivated to set and achieve measurable goals; and experience with MS Office Suite. Experience working with volunteers desired. A full position description is available at www.hsmichigan.org/about/job-opportunities.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to resume@hsmichigan.org. Resumes will be considered until the position is filled. We encourage applications from under-represented groups, including minorities, women, and people with disabilities.

The Historical Society of Michigan is a nongovernmental nonprofit that is the state’s oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Rowe Schoolcraft. For more information, visit www.hsmichigan.org.

Historical Society of Michigan
5815 Executive Drive
Lansing, MI 48911
Phone: (517) 324-1828
Fax: (517) 324-4370
hsm@hsmichigan.org
www.hsmichigan.org

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