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New Search! CEO with The Arc of the South Shore

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The Arc of the South Shore has partnered with Pillar Search & HR Consulting on the search for their new CEO. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced nonprofit executive who is a tireless advocate for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This position is based in Hingham, MA.

About The Arc of the South Shore:

Since 1951, The Arc of the South Shore has helped more than 100,000 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Autism, live their best lives and achieve high-quality outcomes. Their mission is to empower families and individuals of all ages with disabilities to reach their fullest potential. With the support of their partners, they ensure that people with disabilities live healthy, safe, independent, and empowered lives. The Arc of the South Shore is $16M in operating budget, 200 employees, and hundreds of dedicated volunteers operating in 10 facilities across the south shore. Their primary service areas include Braintree, Cohasset, Hingham, Hull, Milton, Norwell, Quincy, Randolph, Scituate, and Weymouth; they also have a presence throughout Greater Southeastern Massachusetts.  Learn more about The Arc of the South Shore here.

About the Opportunity:

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) reports to the Board of Directors and provides leadership, direction and oversight focused on the achievement of agency goals and objectives. The CEO oversees all aspects of the agency’s business and finances including all business operations, human resource management, negotiations with funding sources, program management, regulatory compliance, fundraising, public relations, information technology and property management. The CEO will provide the leadership and executive management necessary to ensure the organization has proper operational controls, administration and reporting procedures, and complies with applicable state, federal and local laws and regulations.

The CEO is responsible for the development, implementation and execution of policies and programs intended to improve the general welfare of all persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The CEO leads the planning, organizing, directing and coordination of staff programs and activities ensuring that objectives, goals, and the needs of the agency are successfully met, maintain effective relationships within the agency and with other organizations, both public and private, ensures that the needs of the individuals it serves are  met/exceeded, and that the organization is managed and operating in in accordance with the policies and objectives of the organization. n They will foster economical, productive performance, forward-looking programming, and continued growth of the agency.

The CEO manages the Executive Team, including the Chief Financial Officer, Chief Human Resources Officer, Chief Strategy and Engagement Officer, Chief Clinical Officer, Chief Program Officer, and consultants, when applicable, for potential programs and operational areas.

Essential Functions

General Responsibilities

  • Provides and demonstrates day to day leadership and management that exemplify the mission and core values of the agency.
  • Directs and oversees all aspects of the agency’s business and financial well-being to achieve stated goals and objectives while ensuring compliance and adherence with financial policies and procedures, maintaining internal fiscal control and monitoring the annual budget.
  • Spearheads development, communication and implementation of effective growth strategies and processes including workforce expansion and professional development, capital planning expenditures, and the development and implementation of new programs and services to meet emerging needs while ensuring that all business solutions are aligned with the agency’s mission and strategic plan.
  • Leads contract negotiations with local, state, and federal entities, and subcontracts/ services agreements with provider partners and managed care
  • Oversees the development, implementation and ongoing management of an internal quality enhancement process and ensures compliance with all applicable regulatory standards.
  • Facilitates the ongoing development, review and monitoring of current policies, practices and procedures utilized in the delivery of services.
  • Plan, recommend (to the Board) and implement additional programs
  • Oversees a comprehensive fundraising strategy while also building and cultivating relationships with current and potential corporate, institutional, and individual donors to ensure ongoing support for the organization and programs.
  • Ensures that the organization and its mission, programs and services are consistently presented in a strong positive manner to all relevant stakeholders.
  • Provide ongoing updates to the Board of Directors on all important factors influencing the broad activities and outcomes of the agency.
  • Spearhead continued enhancement, development, communication, and execution of The Arc of the South Shore’s organizational strategies, ensuring the direction set by the Board is being followed and aligned with mission-driven outcomes.
  • In partnership with the Board, oversee development and implementation of a strategic budget that advances the organizational mission.
  • Provide the necessary staff support to The Arc of the South Shore’s Board and committees to enable them to work at optimum capacity.
  • A visible leader who takes interest and active participation in the agency’s activities and programs.

Advocacy

  • Direct efforts to enhance the visibility and presence of The Arc of the South Shore and its programs within the community and to increase public knowledge concerning the needs, rights, and abilities of citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Direct the agency in its response to unmet needs and coordinate new initiatives forwarded by The Arc of the South Shore.
  • Lead the agency in developing projects that will assist in expanding its services to citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities and aid other community agencies in developing needed services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Establish a sound organizational network within the agency to enable the organization to meet broad advocacy responsibilities.

People and Culture Management

  • Motivates and leads a high-performing executive and senior management team, providing direct leadership to all senior staff for the agency’s major program and operational areas, including Residential, Early Intervention, Adult Family Care, Autism Resource Center, Community Based Day Supports, Employment, Day Habilitation, Personal Care Management, and as well as Fundraising, Finance, Human Resources, Clinical, and Quality Assurance.
  • Provide leadership and management as well as orientation of The Arc of the South Shore ‘s senior staff on agency-wide issues and coordination of interagency activity involving all departments and programs/activities.
  • Ensure agency-wide training objectives and conduct activities involving inter-departmental staff to foster a culture of learning and collaboration

Agency Planning

  • Spearhead the development, communication and implementation of effective growth strategies and processes.
  • Partner with the Executive team and other senior leaders to ensure effective fiscal controls and financial monitoring; build relationships with potential funders and business partners to advance the collective work.
  • Monitor agency’s direct service programs to evaluate the program’s compliance with The Arc of the South Shore’s mission and philosophy.
  • Establish, with the Board and Executive team, the agency planning process, to ensure the agency establishes near- and long-term goals, objectives and priorities and an agency-wide strategic plan. Evaluate these plans on a regular basis to ensure progress and evaluate outcomes.

Liaison

  • Promote and maintain positive relationships with local and state officials, agency heads, community partners and stakeholders involved in direct or indirect service for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Ensure the promotion of community program development.
  • Participate in professional membership organizations, community and state planning benefiting citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • Interpret programs and policies of the agency to other agencies and groups in the community and assume leadership for Partner with nonprofits and community partners to build awareness and understanding of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Competencies

  • Mission-driven leadership
  • Strategic vision and planning
  • Financial stewardship
  • Program development and impact measurement
  • People and culture management
  • Fundraising and resource development
  • Stakeholder engagement and relationship management

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in a relevant human service, social work, psychology, public health administration or related field (preferred) plus 10-15 years of relevant experience in non-profit management or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field plus 15-20 years of relevant experience in non-profit management desired. At least 10 years of professional experience must be at a leadership level with broad areas of responsibility.
  • The ideal candidate will have deep experience and a successful track record of managing and leading a nonprofit organization with a focus on human services. Experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism, strongly desired.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with applicable state and federal regulations, contracting processes, and compliance procedures.
  • Proven experience and ability in the following areas:
    • Administration and fiscal management
    • Strategic planning and management
    • Fundraising
    • Publicity/public relations
    • Advocacy/legislation/liaison with state agencies
    • Program Development
  • Critical thinker with strong decision-making skills
  • Exceptional problem solver, analytical thinker
  • Growth mindset
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
  • A natural relationship builder with both internal team and external stakeholders
  • Player/coach management style with keen interest in helping team members to continuously grow and learn
  • Proven ability to build and promote a strong, positive work culture centered on diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Relentless pursuit of high-quality care, programs, and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (or a similar population).

The CEO role is a full-time, exempt role reporting to the Board of Directors.

The typical work schedule is on-site Monday-Friday, 8:00-5:00. Evening and weekend flexibility will be required for meetings and events. Local travel will be required.

The salary range for this opportunity is $200,000-$225,000 annually.

The Arc of the South Shore is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Arc of the South Shore provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/ or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

To Apply

The Arc of the South Shore has partnered with Pillar Search & HR Consulting on the CEO search. Please submit your resume and cover letter to jobs@pillarsearch.com. The application deadline is November 1, 2024.

No calls, please.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

 

 

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Search Success: Chelsea Lynn Joins Fab Foundation as General Manager!

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Fab Foundation and Pillar Search & HR Consulting are proud to announce the appointment of Chelsea Lynn to the position of General Manager. Chelsea joined Fab Foundation on January 4, 2023.

As General Manager, Chelsea will oversee the daily operations and administration of the organization, coordinate with the K-12 Education team, the Academany teams, and the International Operations teams to ensure the steady functioning of the organization across all portfolios. She will help design better and more efficient workflows and operational strategies for the organization.

Prior to joining Fab Foundation, Chelsea was the Local Health Liaison Team Manager with Partners in Health, working to implement the Community Tracing Collaborative contact tracing program during the COVID-19 pandemic in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. Earlier in her career, Chelsea was a Procurement Specialist in Washington, DC and New Delhi, India with XLA, a firm that
provides technical and administrative solutions to the federal government.

Chelsea earned her Master’s in Women Peace, and Security from the London School of Economics, a Master’s in Intelligence and International Security from King’s College of London, and her undergraduate degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from American University.   Chelsea currently resides in Brooklyn, NY.

About Fab Foundation: The mission of the Fab Foundation is to provide access to the tools, the knowledge, and the financial means to educate, innovate, and invent using technology and digital fabrication to allow anyone to make (almost) anything. They create opportunity. Learn more about Fab Foundation at https://fabfoundation.org.

About Pillar Search & HR Consulting: A woman-owned business based in Boston, Pillar Search & HR Consulting provides executive search/recruiting and human resources consulting expertise to nonprofit and mission-driven organizations, working with senior leaders and the boards of directors to hire and develop the very best talent across all functional areas of the organization. For more information, please visit www.pillarsearch.com.

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Exciting News from Jewish Vocational Service (JVS) Boston and Pillar Search & HR Consulting

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Jewish Vocational Service (JVS) Boston and Pillar Search & HR Consulting are proud to announce the appointment of Jim Santiago to the role of Chief Information Officer. Jim joins JVS on July 13, 2020.

As CIO, Jim will be a member of the Executive Team, and will establish the mission and vision of JVS’s technology organization to foster a value-added, user-focused mindset. He will implement technology, process, and engagement steps to optimize staff productivity, support consistent cross-program delivery, and foster an information-driven culture.

Jim was selected following an extensive search based on his unique qualifications. He was recognized as the 2012 CIO of the Year – Nonprofit by the Boston Business Journal / Mass High Tech. He brings extensive experience from positions with leading organizations, including The New England Center for Children, State Street Global Advisors, and FLIR Systems.

Notably, while CIO at The New England Center for Children, which is the global leader in providing effective, evidence-based educational services to children with autism, Jim successfully created business opportunities, improved the technology infrastructure, and updated technology to enhance traditional teaching methods and improve business processes.  

In addition to Jim’s impressive professional experience, he has a strong commitment to the JVS mission of empowering individuals from diverse communities to find employment and build careers, while partnering with employers to hire, develop and retain productive workforces.

“We look forward to Jim’s leadership as JVS evolves into an agency with a fully integrated, highly effective tech infrastructure and systems which will optimize staff, client and alumni success,” said Kira Khazatsky, JVS Chief Operating Officer.

About JVS Boston:

For 80 years, JVS has helped tens of thousands of individuals with barriers to economic success secure financial independence through training, education and employment services.  As the largest provider of adult education and workforce development services in the region, JVS is a nationally recognized leader in workforce development, and is a key part of the poverty alleviation strategy for the greater-Boston area.  In order to reach people in need of assistance on their pathway to meaningful employment and financial independence, JVS targets most of its services to low-income individuals who are unemployed or underemployed and to low-wage workers in need of career advancement services.  Many have multiple support needs ranging from limited English proficiency and lack of education to disabilities, criminal records, lack of childcare and transportation.  JVS’s annual operating budget of more than $15 million is derived equally from public and private sources.

About Pillar Search & HR Consulting:

A woman-owned business based in Boston, Pillar Search & HR Consulting provides executive search/recruiting and human resources consulting expertise to nonprofit and mission-driven organizations, working with senior leaders and boards of directors to hire and develop the very best talent across all functional areas of the organization. To learn more, please contact Cindy Joyce at cindy@pillarsearch.com.

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Congratulations to Year Up and Willow Bechtel!

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Pillar Search is pleased to announce the placement of Willow Bechtel as Senior Director of National Accounts with Year Up.  Year Up is an award-winning national 501(c)3 organization striving to close the Opportunity Divide by providing urban young adults ages 18-24 with the skills, experience, and support that will empower them to reach their potential through professional careers and higher education. Through a one-year intensive training program, these young adults complete a unique combination of rigorous, hands-on technical and professional skills training, college credit, and corporate internships.

 

Willow will work with major Fortune 500 corporate partners in need of talent, providing trained, high-potential urban young adults with internship opportunities. She will provide strategic direction, collaborating with colleagues at the national and site levels across the Year Up network.

 

Willow joins Year Up from Miller Heiman Group, where she has worked in both enterprise and global sales, most recently as Sales Director. Prior, Willow held the roles of Director of Sales Operations, Sales Training Manager, and Business Development Manager with M Squared Consulting. Earlier in her career, Willow served in a variety of sales and sales management positions with Apple and Xerox. In addition to her impressive sales career, Willow held fundraising roles with schools in California and Australia. Willow is a graduate of the University of Southern California’s Marshall School of Business.

 

Hire the best! With personalized service and proven results, Pillar Search & HR Consulting provides retained executive search services for exceptional non-profits and socially responsible for-profit firms. A woman-owned business, Pillar is based in Boston, MA, and works on the national level. To learn more about how Pillar can assist with your search needs, please contact Cindy Joyce at cindy@pillarsearch.com.

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A great nonprofit is hiring: Associate Director of Partner Relations with Year Up!

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Pillar Search is pleased to continue its ongoing partnership with Year Up, having been selected to manage their search for the Associate Director of Partner Relations in Los Angeles, CA.  For more information on this exciting opportunity, please contact Pillar Search’s CEO, Cindy Joyce, at cjoyce@pillarsearch.com.

OVERVIEW:

Do you have a proven ability to help customers solve their business challenges in the area of workforce management, human capital, and/or talent acquisition? Do you have a passion for creating opportunities for urban young adults? Year Up, a top nonprofit, is hiring an Associate Director, Partner Relations -Los Angeles, CA to manage existing partner relationships; including responsibility for renewals, ongoing partner retention and satisfaction. Reporting to the Regional Director of Partner Relations- West, the Associate Director, Partner Relations will facilitate day-to-day interactions between Year Up, interns and corporate partners to create mutually beneficial business relationships. As part of the Corporate Engagement team, you will help to connect top corporations in need of mid-level, and entry level, talent with high-potential urban young adults. This position will have tangible targets in achieving renewal/retention goals, developing and following up on potential account expansion opportunities, managing partner issues to resolution and ensuring high levels of partner satisfaction.

To be successful in this role, you will need to immediately build rapport with Year Up’s current partners, developing a deep understanding of their business needs. You will bring a high level of comfort working with top level executives and will show outstanding professionalism and confidence interacting with senior leaders. An ideal candidate will bring demonstrated sales experience in a mission-driven social enterprise, exhibiting flexibility, strong communication skills, and the ability to interact fluidly with a variety of audiences.

The Associate Director, Partner Relations will also have the opportunity to interact with students at the Year Up Los Angeles site as a mentor, group facilitator, and advocate; participating in building a positive educational environment.

Year Up understands that people gain skills through a variety of professional, personal, educational, and volunteer experiences. We encourage candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications below. If you believe you have the transferable skills necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of this role, we encourage you to apply.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Account Management

  • Responsible for 90%+ renewal rate of internship seats
  • Ensure 100% customer satisfaction with Year Up service based on corporate surveys
  • Expand multi-year commitments within existing partner base
  • Grow, develop, and manage relationships with key stakeholders in each account by providing responsive and high-quality customer service paired with high support of interns
  • Drive internal internship seat sales and alumni hiring within corporate partner accounts by developing relationships with internal champions at current partner companies
  • Conduct research and market analysis to identify potential opportunities within current corporate accounts to support future growth
  • Manage and expand existing relationships with corporate accounts to facilitate account renewals and generate new business
  • Hold team and self-accountable for executing revenue results against goals
  • Initiate processes that establish high service operating practices to strengthen the internship program
  • Develop methods for expanding manager training and preparation to better support successful internship experiences
  • Coordinate partner relations events, including organizing corporate events, scheduling orientation meetings, and conducting corporate site visits to support interns
  • Prepare and deliver effective presentations to connect with and educate potential partners
  • Maintain partner and intern data on Salesforce.com ensuring complete and accurate reporting
  • Other duties as assigned

Intern Support

  • Managing performance issues and coordinating communication to managers
  • Troubleshoot and escalate issues and opportunities in internship performance as appropriate
  • Implement and manage intern support resources by working closely with the Program team

Internship Event Execution

  • Work as part of a team to coordinate graduation attendance from managers at corporate partners
  • Coordinate with accounts to host corporate partner panels
  • Identify opportunities for specific engagement activities that meet the goals of the client

Site Team/Learning Community Member

  • Active participant in site related and other national support activities, as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 7+ years’ experience in account management in a services based environment
  • Ability to navigate, understand, and manage partner (sales) pipeline
  • Demonstrated ability to generate leads, close business, and renew accounts
  • Documented strength in meaningful relationship building, management and growth
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • A professional and resourceful style with the ability to work independently and as a team player, take initiative and manage multiple tasks and projects at a time
  • Able to collaborate across teams to support students and resolve issues; high comfort level in having one-on-one coaching conversations with students to provide professional guidance
  • Enjoy working in a fluid, dynamic organization with a minimal amount of direction
  • Ability to plan, introduce and lead processes that enable high quality growth
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office required; Salesforce.com experience preferred
  • A passion for working with urban young adults, an unshakable belief in their potential and a strong commitment to the mission of Year Up
  • Understanding of the Opportunity Divide and its drivers

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

  • Salary: Competitive and commensurate with education and experience
  • Benefits: Competitive package including 100% healthcare coverage, dental, and 401(k) match
  • Vacation: Three weeks paid vacation in first year of employment; four weeks after initial year
  • Professional development: Funds available to support staff in achieving career objectives

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:

Year Up is an award-winning national 501(c)3 organization striving to close the Opportunity Divide by providing young adults ages 18-24 with the skills, experience, and support that will empower them to reach their potential through professional careers and higher education. Through a one-year intensive program, Year Up utilizes a high support, high expectations model that combines hands-on technical and professional skills, educational stipends, college-level coursework, and corporate internships at more than 250 top companies.

Year Up currently serves young adults in Arizona, Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, Jacksonville, Los Angeles, the National Capital Region, New York City, Philadelphia, Providence, Puget Sound, San Francisco Bay Area, South Florida, and Wilmington and will serve more than 3,000 students in 2017 nationwide.

 

Voted one of the Best Nonprofits to Work For in the country by The Non-Profit Times for six consecutive years, Year Up is a rewarding place to work. Our staff is passionate, supportive, mission-driven, and live by a set of core values that reflect an unshakable belief in the talent and full potential of our young people.

Year Up participates in E-Verify.

Please visit http://www.yearup.org/careers to learn more about working at Year Up, and to see a list of current opportunities.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:

Year Up actively engages individuals from all backgrounds. They are committed to embracing diversity within the organization because they firmly believe that diverse employee teams help Year Up to achieve their best organizational outcomes and provide the most effective support to young adults as they work to close the Opportunity Divide.  Year Up is deeply dedicated to creating and maintaining an inclusive and supportive work environment. Learn more about their commitment to diversity at http://www.yearup.org/about-us/careers/commitment-to-diversity/

As an equal opportunity employer, Year Up is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

 

ABOUT PILLAR SEARCH & HR CONSULTING:

Great people make great organizations, which is why some of the best nonprofit and mission-driven organizations have turned to Pillar, an executive search firm that has earned a reputation for finding the best of the best to drive success.

Qualified professionals are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume to Cindy Joyce, CEO of Pillar Search & HR Consulting, at cindy@pillarsearch.com. Please note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered for the Associate Director of Partner Relations.

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Pro Bono Posting for the Motown Museum’s Director of Fund Development

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Organization Profile
Located in the resurging metropolis of Detroit, Michigan, the Motown Museum is one of the nation’s most popular tourist destinations. Despite the passage of time since Motown Record’s establishment in 1959 by Berry Gordy, tens of thousands of visitors pass through Hitsville U.S.A., home of the Motown Museum each year. The continued popularity is evidence of Motown’s legacy and the charisma, talent and staying power of the music and those who made it. The Motown Museum was founded in 1985 by the late Ester Gordy Edwards, Berry Gordy’s sister.

Visitors come from around the world to stand in Studio A, where their favorite artist and groups recorded much-loved music, and to view the restored upper flat where Berry Gordy lived with his young family during the company’s earliest days. Home to an extensive array of Motown artifacts, photography and other memorabilia, Motown Museum’s calling is to preserve, protect and present the Motown Story through authentic, inspirational and educational experiences.

A 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, the Motown Museum tells the story of how a man’s vision turned into one of the largest, most successful record companies of all time and how the music – the Motown Sound – captivated the hearts of young people, not only in America but across the globe.

Position Summary
Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Director of Fund Development will cultivate and solicit private contributions and investment to the Motown Museum from annual fund giving, major and principal gifts, either outright or through deferred giving, effective donor stewardship, membership and event management.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years successful fundraising experience and an aptitude to lead a development team through strategic, visionary leadership. The successful professional will be a creative, enthusiastic team member with the ability to clearly communicate the mission and values of the Motown Museum. Professionals who would be fulfilled by working for a dynamic organization that is passionate about preserving and growing the iconic Motown brand should consider a career at The Motown Museum.

As Director of Fund Development, you will be at the heart of the development program and a vital member of the senior leadership team. In this role, you will have an opportunity to make an impressive impact helping to inspire people to understand not only the power of the Motown Sound but challenge them to dream.

Ideal Qualities
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following characteristics and ideals:
• Emotional intelligence
• Enthusiasm for the Motown legacy
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• A track record of engaging and influencing volunteers, prospects and donors
• An entrepreneurial spirit and ability to work independently
• Attention to detail and strong time-management and organizational skills
• Skill in successfully managing multiple projects on tight deadlines and under pressure in a dynamic and open environment
• Unquestionable integrity
• An ability to travel and undertake occasional evening and weekend work
• A commitment to assessment and data-driven fundraising
• A person who makes everyone proud that they are a member of the team

Qualifications
• Qualities and experiences that ideal candidates should display include:
• An earned baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
• A minimum of five (5) or more years of successful experience working with donor prospects and having a significant history of closing gifts.
• A working knowledge of the principles and practices of metrics-driven major gift fundraising
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work harmoniously with Board members, senior administration, volunteers, and staff
• Demonstrated ability to communicate persuasively, orally and in writing, the organization’s case for support to individuals, groups, corporate leaders, and foundations
• A high level of initiative, strong personal work ethic, and energy
• Ability to think critically and articulate opinions
• Ability to become acquainted with key donors in a short timeframe
• Unquestionable integrity and a strong sense of professional ethics

Preferred
Preference will be given to candidates that also display one or more of the following:
• Experience with fundraising in arts and culture organizations
• Fundraising or association accreditation (CFRE, FAHP, CAE or equivalent)
• Experience working in a capital campaign environment
• Experience with membership programs

Disclosure
• The salary offering is competitive and commensurate with experience, qualifications, and verifiable salary history
• This position will require occasional business travel
• This position statement is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and requirements. This position statement is presented as a fair reflection of the principal job elements

Please send résumé and cover letter electronically to:motow

Sharri Watkins
Human Resources Manager
Motown Museum
swatkins@motownmuseum.org

 

Motown Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

About Pillar Search 

With personalized service and proven results, Pillar is your partner in executive search and human resources consulting. With over 20 years of experience, Pillar provides retained search services for exceptional non-profits and foundations and early-stage or rapid growth for-profit firms. A woman-owned business, Pillar is based in Boston, MA, and works on both a local and national level.