Development Officer @ Artspace

POSITION: Development Officer

 

JOB STATUS: Part-time

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

 

Artspace is a small Salt Lake City based nonprofit developer that creates affordable live and work space for artists, cultural organizations, small businesses and nonprofit organizations. We are seeking a development officer for a part-time position that offers a flexible schedule and a great work environment.

 

Primary responsibilities include developing and cultivating funding opportunities, writing corporate and foundation grant applications, managing an annual direct mail campaign, participating in and planning events, and providing stewardship to our donors. Additionally, this position will perform a range of duties to support the organization as needed to include fostering tenant relationships, community outreach and administrative tasks.

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

 

This is an exciting opportunity for a fundraising professional who has a keen interest in community revitalization, affordable housing, and the development aspects of culture and the arts. The successful candidate needs to be detail-oriented with an understanding of nonprofit operations. Equally important are strong writing and editing skills, time management ability, self-starter initiative, and organizational and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work with corporate bankers, funders, community groups, other nonprofit organizations, Artspace tenants/artists, and various members of the community. Experience in development in the nonprofit sector would be helpful as would knowledge of donor base systems. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word is required.

 

SALARY INFORMATION:

 

Compensation is dependent upon experience.

 

How to Apply: Email cover letter, resume and writing sample to artspace@artspaceutah.org.