How to Apply

A cover letter and resume are important submissions for the hiring team to get a sense of your experience. In the cover letter, in one page or less, please let us know how this role aligns with your career aspirations and skill set. Submit both a cover letter and resume as one file (because of system limitations).  These materials will be used to assess your written communication skills.

Mission Statement

The U-M Museum of Art puts art and ideas at the center of campus and public life. We create experiences that enrich our understanding of one another, foster joy, and build a more just future. Through exhibitions, programs, research, and community partnerships we are redefining what a campus museum can be.

Who We Are

Under the leadership of Museum Director Christina Olsen, the University of Michigan Museum of Art is in the midst of a dynamic and creative transformation. With a renewed focus on anti-racism and social justice issues, nationally important exhibitions and research, and an expansion of strategic institutional and artistic partnerships, UMMA is building an international profile and a broad and diverse public both within and far beyond the boundaries of our campus.

During this exciting moment of transformation, we seek staff who thrive in settings that foster creative, cross-organizational collaboration. In deciding whether to apply for a position at UMMA, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our "Commitment to Anti-Racist Action and a More Inclusive Museum."

Find more details in UMMA's 5 year strategic plan: https://umma.umich.edu/strategic-plan

Responsibilities*

• Reporting to and partnering with the Chief Development Officer, university fundraising colleagues, UMMA staff, and donor volunteers, develop a strategy to diversify UMMA's donor base.
• Maintain a portfolio of approximately 125 major and planned gift prospects, developing relationships and engagement that ultimately lead to gift closures.
• Work collaboratively with the Museum Director and Chief Development Officer to support their work with the UMMA Leadership Board, a high-profile advisory group of donors and art experts who also serve as UMMA's fundraising council for University campaigns.
• Manage and liaise with the Director's Acquisition Committee, a group of alumni and non-alumni donors that support art acquisitions for the Museum's collection.
• Work collaboratively with other fundraisers across campus and in the U-M Office of University Development (OUD) to plan and execute strategy for donors with multi-unit interests.
• Work effectively and collaboratively with UMMA staff, particularly in the curatorial, public experience and learning, and marketing departments, as part of a cohesive team to advance UMMA's mission.
• Maintain accurate and current information on donor/prospect activity in the University's development database.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years successful fundraising experience.
• Experience working in the visual arts, the cultural community, and/or higher education.
• Proven track record in initiating, cultivating, soliciting, closing, and stewarding donor gifts.
• Advanced skills in written communication and synthesizing information from multiple sources  
• Demonstrated experience building relationships with a diverse group of prospects, donors, volunteers, and colleagues in a professional, positive manner.
• A commitment to engage diverse constituents and perspectives and a desire to promote equity, accessibility, and anti-racism in all aspects of the position.

Additional Information

In this position you will travel frequently, and periodically work outside the normal workday.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.