Director of Development

PenArt; Fish Creek (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid holidays & winter break

Relocation support

Health reimbursement account

Professional development

Job summary

PenArt in Door County, Wisconsin, seeks a Director of Development to lead fundraising, donor relations, campaigns, and institutional support, working closely with the Executive Director on-site.

The ideal candidate has a track record building a development program, strong analytics, CRM proficiency (Neon One preferred), and excellent communication across audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in related field; master’s preferred.
• CFRE credential preferred.
• Minimum 7 years in development or fundraising with leadership.
• Strong donor relationship building and major gifts experience.
• Proficiency with donor CRM systems and data-driven analytics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fundraising strategy, campaigns, and donor relations.
• Develop and implement donor engagement and recognition programs.
• Collaborate with Executive Director and partners on messaging and materials.
• Lead analytics, reporting, and program management across initiatives.

Skills

CRM management

Analytical reporting

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Communications, Arts Administration, or related field

Master’s degree in arts management (preferred)

CFRE credential (preferred)

Tools

Neon One CRM

Job description

Peninsula School Of Art is an art company founded in 1965.

The Peninsula School of Art (PenArt), a cornerstone of creativity and community in Door County, Wisconsin, since 1965, is searching for its next Director of Development. The Director of Development will be responsible for fundraising and donor relations, campaign and institutional support, donor engagement and recognition, and strategic leadership and advancement. This is an on-site role.

The ideal candidate will bring strong development strategies, proven track record of building a development program, and strong program management experience. Additionally, they will have extensive CRM knowledge and the ability to produce analytics and measurement reports. This role will work collaboratively with the Executive Director.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Communications, Arts Administration, or related field. A master's degree in arts management, or similar is preferred.

• Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) credential preferred.

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in development or fundraising, with 3 years in a leadership capacity, ideally within the arts, education, or cultural nonprofit sector.

• Demonstrated success in all areas of fundraising, including major gifts, annual giving, campaigns, corporate sponsorships, foundation support, and government grants.

• Proven ability to build and sustain meaningful donor relationships and to cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts at all levels.

• Proficiency with donor CRM systems (Neon One strongly preferred) and data-driven approaches to tracking and optimizing donor engagement.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to inspire, educate, and connect diverse audiences to PenArt’s mission.

• Experience collaborating with internal and external partners, including marketing professionals and creative contractors, to develop compelling messaging and donor materials.

• Strong strategic, analytical, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

• Hands‑on, collegial leader with the ability to motivate staff, engage the board, and foster collaboration across teams.

• Passion for the visual arts and arts education, with a deep appreciation for their role in community vitality and cultural enrichment.

Compensation

Compensation range of $85,000 - $100,000. On‑site five‑day work schedule May through October, four‑day work schedule November through April, Generous Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays with a paid winter break, Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), Employee Funded Health Savings Account (HSA), Individual Retirement Plan (IRA), Professional Development, Relocation Support, Getting to live and work in beautiful Door County. Occasional weekend and evening hours for special or networking events.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Communications, Arts Administration, or related field required; master’s degree and CFRE credential preferred. Minimum 7 years of progressive fundraising or development experience, with at least 3 years in leadership, ideally in arts, education, or cultural nonprofits. Proven success in all fundraising areas, donor relationship building, and proficiency with donor CRM systems. Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across teams.Competitive salary, on‑site flexible work schedule, generous paid time off, paid holidays and winter break, health reimbursement and savings accounts, retirement plan, professional development, relocation support, and the opportunity to work in scenic Door County.