Development Officer

Bradford House Historical Association; Washington (Washington County); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Bradford House Historical Association seeks a Development Officer to advance individual and business giving funding our mission. This hybrid role combines remote work with on-site donor engagement at our campus on Main Street, Washington, PA, and requires weekly meetings with the Executive Director to plan and review progress.

The ideal candidate brings at least 2 years of donor relations experience, strong data analysis, and a proven ability to design multichannel fundraising strategies, manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; related experience acceptable in lieu of degree.
• Minimum 2 years of direct solicitation, donor relations or related experience.
• Proficiency with CRM platforms (Little Green Light ideal), Microsoft Office, and reporting tools.
• Ability to analyze complex data and synthesize insights for strategy development.
• Strong understanding of nonprofit compliance, donor privacy laws, and gift documentation practices.
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• High discretion and professionalism with confidential information.
• Self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead 3-4 development campaigns (individual and business).
• Provide campaign planning, management, and implementation.
• Support cultivation of Development Committee.
• Manage donor portfolio to increase retention.
• Identify and recruit new donors.
• Revitalize the Whiskey Rebel Society.
• Plan and coordinate donor cultivation events and sponsorships.
• Develop relationships for campus sponsorships and in-kind support.
• Act as spokesperson; build relationships; seek partnerships.
• Propose development strategy for Day of Giving and related efforts.
• Create and present reports for Executive Director and board; attend meetings as needed.
• Brief and prepare Executive Director for donor interactions.

Skills

Donor relations

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Discretion

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Nonprofit management / fundraising coursework

Tools

CRM (Little Green Light)

Microsoft Office

Reporting tools

Job description

Organization: Bradford House Historical Association

Reports to: Executive Director

FLSA Status: Part-time, 20 hours per week; non-exempt (hourly)

Pay: $24 per hour

Location: Hybrid; on-site at least three times a month at the Bradford House Historical Association's Campus on Main Street, Washington, PA, plus evening and weekend donor events

ABOUT BRADFORD HOUSE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION:

The mission of the Bradford House Historical Association is to educate as we preserve and promote the history of the Whiskey Rebellion and the 18th-century life and times of David Bradford. As a Nationally Accredited museum through the American Alliance of Museums, we strive for global awareness.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Development Officer position exists to build the individual and business giving that funds our mission. The Development Officer supports the organization through fundraising, donor engagement and stewardship, event planning, and operational support. This role is primarily focused on individual giving and requires strong attention to detail, strategic thinking, and relationship-building skills that will drive donor engagement, implement a multichannel fundraising strategy, and secure revenue. This is a hybrid position, offering the flexibility of remote work along with the benefits of in-person collaboration. You will be required to meet with the Executive Director [weekly] for supervision and planning.

FIRST-YEAR GOALS:

• Increase donor retention by 20%.
• Grow Whiskey Rebel Society membership to 50 members (currently at 35 members).
• Raise $40,000 through the Day of Giving.
• Secure 3 new business sponsorships.

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES):

• Bachelor's degree preferred, coursework or certification in nonprofit management, fundraising, data systems, or business administration beneficial. Commensurate experience accepted in lieu of degree.
• Minimum 2 years of direct solicitation, donor relations or related experience, paid or volunteer.
• Proficiency with CRM platforms (Little Green Light ideal), Microsoft Office, and reporting tools.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data and synthesize key insights for strategy development.
• Strong understanding of nonprofit compliance, donor privacy laws, and gift documentation practices.
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• High degree of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.
• Self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: INDIVIDUAL AND BUSINESS GIVING

• Personally lead 3-4 development campaigns (both individual and business).
• Provide overall campaign planning, management, and implementation.
• Support cultivation of Development Committee.
• Manage and nurture portfolio of current donors to increase overall retention.
• Identify and recruit new donors.
• Revitalize the already created donor society, the Whiskey Rebel Society.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: EVENTS, PARTNERSHIPS AND LEADERSHIP SUPPORT

• Plan and coordinate projects related to the cultivation or stewardship of donors (e.g., receptions, lunches, dinners, special events).
• Work to develop relationships with groups or organizations that can support the Museum via event sponsorships, and more.
• Assist in obtaining in‑kind services for the campus in exchange for community sponsorship recognition at events (e.g., goods such as appliances or services like installation).
• Act as spokesperson; maintain and establish positive relationships; seek out new partnerships and opportunities.
• Propose strategy for development opportunities including the Washington County Community Foundation (WCCF) Day of Giving, and other efforts that may come up.
• Create and present reports regularly for Executive Director and monthly for the board; and attend board meetings when called upon.
• Brief and prepare the Executive Director so that time spent with donors and partners is highly productive, establishing and strengthening relationships across the region and philanthropically engaging new and existing donors in support of the organization.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Prolonged sitting and computer use.
• Standing and walking at events.
• Lifting and carrying event materials up to 20 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Hybrid: remote work combined with on-site work at the Bradford House Historical Association's campus on Main Street, Washington, PA 15301. Regular evening and weekend events (including the Whiskey Rebellion Festival, the second weekend in July). Local travel across Washington County to meet donors and partners; reliable transportation required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND ACCOMMODATION:

Bradford House Historical Association is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, disability, use of a guide or support animal, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants who need reasonable accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, including the interview, may contact Tracie Liberatore, [e-mail], 724-222-3604.

DISCLAIMER:

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed. It is not a complete list of duties, and duties may change with the needs of the organization.