Development Director

  • Library: Skidompha Library
  • Town: Damariscotta
  • Library Type: Public
  • Position Type: Non-MLS
  • Deadline: Open until filled

Description, How to Apply, and Contact:

Skidompha Library is looking for a Development Director to develop our fundraising efforts and advance the economic growth of Skidompha. The ideal candidate will have prior successful development experience, be a positive, constructive, kind, and encouraging presence in the library, and be comfortable working with a group of curious and passionate librarians.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for someone interested in all development aspects of working in a public library and making a meaningful difference in the community. The Development Director will work collaboratively with the Executive Director, the Director of Communications, and the Board of Directors in all development, programming, and fundraising endeavors, and in support all library staff fundraising efforts.

Objectives:

  • Support and pursue Skidompha's goal of fiscal independence
  • Review and further develop current Development activities, strategies, and philosophy
  • Create a Development Office Budget
  • Create and present to the Board and the Executive Director a Development Plan to guide Skidompha in its fundraising endeavors
  • Build a planned giving program and a major gifts program, including identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major donors
  • Develop a collegial and collaborative relationship with staff, volunteers, and Board members
  • Develop mutual and cooperative relationships with patrons and donors

Responsibilities:

  • Lead Skidompha's development strategy
  • Be a presence in the Library, integrate into the library's working culture, and work collaboratively and collegially with library staff
  • Pursue appropriate grant and foundational opportunities and support staff grant efforts as requested, including research, proposal writing, and reporting requirements
  • Direct capital campaigns and other major fundraising drives, including the Spring and Fall Appeals, and any special fundraising events
  • Pursue prospect research, Initiate in-person donor visits and fundraising calls, meet new prospective donors and supporters, and establish relationships
  • Manage donor database (DonorPerfect)
  • Liaise with bookkeeper as necessary
  • Other duties as specified

Qualifications:

  • Proven development and fundraising record
  • A bachelor's degree, preferably in Librarianship or Business Management, or similar education and work experience
  • Experience working with a donor database
  • Successful grant writing experience
  • Be a positive and empathetic presence; have concern for people and community
  • Proficiency in budgeting, accounting, and financial planning
  • Library experience a plus
  • Committed to a diverse work environment where everyone is welcome. Consistently demonstrates sensitivity and skilled communication around matters of equity and diversity.

Benefits of working at Skidompha:

Skidompha offers a flexible, child-friendly, and progressive work environment. We enjoy a kind, collaborative, supportive, and creative culture where we value the individual and their humanity. We offer continuing education support. We are earnest in our work and take our responsibility to the community, our patrons, and our volunteers very seriously, but we encourage laughter and joy in the workplace.

Skidompha Library is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, sexuality, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Skidompha is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our staff and community. We require all employees to provide proof of full vaccination for the prevention of Covid-19 at the time of hiring.

To Apply, email a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three references to: director@skidompha.org. .pdf format is preferred. Please put "DD application" in the subject line.

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is hired.

Skidompha Public Library Mission and Values:

Skidompha Librarys mission is to support and enrich our community by fostering literacy, providing ready access to information and resources, encouraging lifelong learning, and promoting cultural and social interactions.

Skidomphas core values and beliefs are to be respectful, curious, socially aware, and inclusive. We honor the privacy and confidentiality of our patrons and aim to provide a safe and accessible environment.

Skidompha serves the community both in person or through outreach, including partnerships with community organizations, in-person, and virtual learning opportunities, technology assistance, and the provision of meeting spaces. Our collection is diverse, expansive, and evolving. We commit to the continuous reassessment of the programs and services we provide.

Skidompha is uniquely positioned to provide these programs and services because of our innovative, flexible, and committed staff. They are supported by engaged volunteers and Board leadership. The library, centrally located, is financially supported by the Skidompha Used Bookshop, donors, and municipal funding. As a non-profit library, additional fundraising through local business partnerships, grants, and new donors are required to maintain programs and services.

The Skidompha Library Association is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization responsible for providing library programs and services to the residents of Damariscotta, Newcastle, Nobleboro, and the greater Pemaquid Peninsula.

Salary: $35,000 yr

Website: www.skidompha.org

Source: 2025-05-21