Major & Planned Gifts Associate
Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia)
Major & Planned Gifts Associate
Full-time (37.5 hours weekly), non-exempt, union
Hourly rate: $30.05 - $30.72
Onsite; not eligible for relocation
The Job
Helps achieve division fundraising goals for major individual and planned gifts by coordinating the production of cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship materials, supporting gift processing for the department. Supports the Senior Head of Advancement, Senior Major & Planned Gifts Officer, Senior Gifts Officer, and Major & Planned Gifts Officers. Provides exceptional customer service, assisting with division donor events and communications.
In this role, you will…
- Initiate and coordinate the production of cultivation, solicitation, and recognition pieces for major and planned giving–including monthly solicitations, weekly stewardship, endowment reports, invoices and pledges reminders, and other division communications; Establish professional communication, meet deadlines, and ensure timely and accurate production and delivery.
- Manage intake of daily gifts, ensuring accurate and timely organization of donors, amounts, and designations. Work closely with Finance and Gift Entry colleagues to ensure accurate reporting of daily gifts. Serve as a backup for Data Entry Processor position.
- Assist with research on major donor and planned giving prospects, utilizing wealth screening reports, search engines, database analytics, and other institutional and public information and technology. Prepare written prospect and donor profiles, lists, and donor briefings. Maintain accurate electronic and paper files on all major donors.
- Perform administrative duties for the Major and Planned Gifts department. Provide front-line customer service to major donors. Coordinate Salesforce needs and requests; provide technical troubleshooting; identify solutions and process improvements; document cases in database. Participate in Advancement division events supporting fundraising goals, such as annual Gala and exhibition openings, performing related duties as required or assigned.
- Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.
To be successful in this role, you have…
- High degree of organization, self-motivation, and project management skills.
- Proven work experience handling multiple projects and priorities at once, managing fast-paced deadlines, and guiding work of project collaborators.
- Excellent written, communication, and customer service skills.
- Ability to work under pressure with a variety of internal and external constituents.
Requirements:
- College degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum three years of related Advancement or sales experience, preferably in a museum environment.
- Computer proficiency, including knowledge of database systems, email platforms, social media, presentation software, and research tools.
Software & tools used for this role include:
- Microsoft Office, including Word, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Mail merge
- Email software
- Database systems, preferably Salesforce
- Research tools, including donor-based wealth screening
Mia Culture
The Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) is an audience-centered, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. Mia is Mission Driven, Generous, Agile, Emotionally Aware, and Positive, and endeavors to create a workplace culture where staff are responsible to one another, to our visitors, and to themselves to do the best work possible.
Mia Benefits and Perks
Health and Wellness: Mia offers comprehensive health benefits, including medical coverage through Medica, dental insurance with Delta Dental, and vision coverage via EyeMed. Our wellness programs include various trainings and classes, an annual health fair, flu shots, and access to an Employee Assistance Program to support your overall well-being.
Financial Security: We provide financial peace of mind with a variety of options, including a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for health expenses and a Dependent Care Account (DCA) for dependent care expenses, Mia paid life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage. Our 403(b) Retirement + Savings Plan includes a percentage of salary contribution from Mia after two years of employment.
Additional Perks: Mia encourages professional growth with opportunities for development and learning. In addition to vacation and sick days, enjoy a balanced work-life with a 37.5-hour work week, 11 paid holidays, and 2 personal days annually. Staff members receive free Mia membership, discounted or free tickets to select events and exhibits, subsidized MTC Metropass bus/transit passes, and free parking. Additionally, staff can partake in social events, volunteer opportunities, and receive discounts at the Mia Store, Agra Culture café, Children's Theatre Company, and Minneapolis College of Art and Design forcontinuing education classes.
Join Mia and enjoy a workplace that values your health, financial security, and personal development, all while contributing to a vibrant cultural institution.
To Apply
To be considered for this position, please apply online at https://jobs-artsmia.submittable.com/submit.
Posting Deadline
No set expiration date. Job postings typically stay posted until candidates are selected for phone interviews.
Mia is committed to championing policies and practices that value diversity, foster equity, and empower an accessible and inclusive environment. Our strength lies in the diversity among the broad range of people who contribute their time and talents to Mia. We consider inclusion and accessibility a driver of institutional excellence and seek out diversity of participation, thought, and action. It is our aim, therefore, that our employees, trustees, interns, and volunteers reflect and embrace these core values.
Mia is recognized by the Age-Friendly Institute’s Certified Age Friendly Employer (CAFE) program that identifies organizations committed to being the best places to work for employees aged 50+.
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