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MPT TECHNICIAN II

Assistant Director, Major Gifts

Recruitment #12-007585-415

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Introduction

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

GRADE

9990

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Public Television

11767 Owings Mills Blvd.

Owings Mills, Maryland 21117

Main Purpose of Job

The Assistant Director, Major Gifts is responsible for raising funds to support the programming and operation of the Maryland Public Television (MPT) by increasing the total dollars raised and number of donors to the Major Giving program. The Assistant Director is responsible for managing MPT's annual leadership giving society and raising major gifts of five figures or more.

POSITION DUTIES

  • Grow the pool of major and planned giving donors to MPT
  • Direct annual solicitation strategy for Society for Excellance in Television Program (SET)
  • Coordinate with the Managing Director, Grants Specialist, Major Gifts support staff and volunteers for unit and station-wide cultivation and stewardship of events
  • Ensure that donor activity is accurately recorded in the database

MINIMUM EDUCATION OR GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree and five years of experience in Development running a leadership annual giving program and a background in carrying a major gifts portfolio is required.  The successful candidate will be skilled in creating and enhancing donor relationships and giving in a non-profit environment.  Excellent written and oral communications skills, proven skill in building and managing a large portfolio of annual and major gifts prospects, and strong interpersonal and organization skills are essential.  PBS experience is a plus.  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with moves management are required.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Valid Driver's License

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Applicants must include a cover letter along with their application in one file.

Or cover letters may be submitted separately to:  resumes@mpt.org   If you select this method please be sure to include the job announcement/recruitment number for which you are applying.

Applicants who do not have access to a computer may submit a paper application to:

Maryland Public Television

11767 Owings Mills Blvd.

Owings Mills, Maryland 21117

Attention: Human Resources Department

FAX:  410-581-4382

 




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