Advancement Director - Armory Art Center

The Armory Art Center is a nonprofit organization committed to providing exceptional visual and hands-on arts education center that offers experiences for our diverse community at all levels. We are growth-oriented and passionate about what we do.

The MISSION of the Armory Art Center: to inspire the creation and experience of art.
Our VISION: is to become a leading artistic and cultural center.

Housed in a historic art deco building, the Armory Art Center, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, provides art classes for artists of all ages and abilities, exhibitions, art salons, lectures, and special events. Nearly 100 courses, held in 12 state-of-the-art studios, are offered each year in ceramics, digital arts, drawing, jewelry, painting, printmaking, fibers, sculpture, welding, and wood turning.

Over the past three decades, the Armory Art Center has:

• taught art classes to thousands of emerging artists of all ages and cultures,
• exhibited art in hundreds of shows,
• given workshops taught by national and international visiting master artists,
• provided summer art camp for thousands of young people, and
• given new artists-in-residents from around the United States and abroad the opportunity to hone their craft while teaching classes.

The Armory looks to a long future of enhancing artistic life in the Palm Beaches and is seeking a dynamic Advancement Director to support our growth.

Now, about the Role

This position will be a visionary team leader who will guide and manage a small Development Department. Key Responsibilities include leading the direction, planning, and execution of development, grants, and special events to expand the Armory’s audience and maximize revenue in support of the Armory’s strategic plan. As the lead fundraiser for the Armory, and in anticipation of a near future capital campaign, the Advancement Director will partner with the CEO and members of the Board and its Committees to grow total contributed income, particularly major gifts.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Experience researching, identifying, and cultivating relationships, which lead to increased organization funding.
• Grant writing experience with a proven track record and experience securing individual gifts.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to be self-directed and highly motivated.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to engage in positive, productive, and collaborative communications with team members, executive staff, patrons, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary Armory liaison to the Development Committees of the Board of Trustees.

Traits and Characteristics

Commitment to the mission and goals of the Armory Art Center is necessary for success in this position. The successful candidate will possess a high degree of creativity, energy, and initiative, as well as the capacity to inspire and motivate staff, donors, prospects, board members, and volunteers. The Advancement Director will create a culture of excellence throughout the Development and will possess the following characteristics:

• Leadership and Personal Accountability
• Customer Focus and Interpersonal Skills
• Goal Achievement

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Arts Administration, Nonprofit management, Social sciences, Financial management or a related field, or equivalent experience- advanced degree preferred.
• A minimum of five years of development experience is preferred.
• Experience working in a Visual Arts Center or other cultural arts organizations is a plus.
• Prior management experience and/or supervisory experience.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office. Knowledge of Illustrator, and InDesign helpful.
• A valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.
• A passion for the visual arts is essential.
• Must work onsite at the Armory Art Center location and other sites as needed.
• Some night and weekend work required.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Job duties and responsibilities are commensurate with what one would expect an Advancement Director or development professional's job responsibilities are. Candidates selected for an initial interview will receive a full job description prior to their interview.

Salary and Benefits

The Advancement Director offers a yearly salary range of $60,000 to $70,000- commensurate with skills and experience. In addition, a generous benefits package that includes 70/30 Health, Dental, and Eye insurance benefit, a Simple IRA plan with Company match (up to 3%) after conditions are met, paid vacation accrued during the first year that increases over time, and paid sick/family leave accrued. This position is a full-time (40 hours per week), exempt position.

IMPORTANT: Application Process

To be considered for this position, you must apply via Indeed. No phone calls. Please follow these instructions carefully:

• Attach a cover letter stating why you think you are qualified for this position. This should be a unique cover letter- please do not submit proforma cover letters you send to all employers.
• After completing your application, you will receive an invitation from Indeed to take two short assessments (and complete an optional recorded one-way video screening). We require you to take the two assessments (20-25 minutes) to be considered for the position, and while the phone screening is optional, we strongly encourage you to complete that as well. If you do not see the invitation for these assessments from Indeed, please check your spam folder. If you still do not receive them, please message us through Indeed.

The Armory Art Center does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, financial status, or marital status in its programs, activities, and employment. In accordance with the hiring policy at the Armory Art Center, the first 90 days of employment is considered an introductory period.

This search is conducted by Executive Service Corps- Florida on behalf of the Armory Art Center.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Nights as needed
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• West Palm Beach, FL 33401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person