AMP: Artists' Meeting Place and Resource Collective

The Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) located in Long Beach, CA seeks an energetic, goal-oriented Membership Manager. Under the supervision of the AVP of Corporate Relations and Major Gifts, the Membership Manager is responsible for managing MOLAA's comprehensive membership program including the solicitation and retention of members at all levels, from Basic ($60) to Director Circle ($1,000). The ideal candidate will function as a highly involved member of MOLAA's fast moving development team and will lead the membership fundraising efforts.

This position will begin as of January 2012.

Essential Functions:
• Manage a comprehensive membership program and develop upgrade strategies to grow all levels of giving
• Research and identify potential new sources to grow the museum membership
• Lead member renewal/upgrade/acquisition efforts using traditional and innovative fundraising methods
• Solicit potential individual members through, face-to-face, point-of-sales efforts, telemarketing, direct mail and on-site events
• Oversee recognition programs and ensure timely and accurate acknowledgement and fulfillment of benefits
• Plan membership events and assist with donor cultivation events
• Work collaboratively with various departments to advance membership giving goals
• Collaborate with the marketing department to create membership promotions
• Create and monitor effective reporting systems, including a weekly tracking of membership sales and develop annual reports on campaign activities
• Update and maintain member/donor database on Raiser's Edge and leverage the database to maximize fundraising
• In conjunction with the Visitor Services Manager, develop a membership training plan for VSA's and volunteers to increase conversion rates
• Coordinate printing and mailing activities pertaining to membership
• Oversee departmental budget
• Responsible for other duties as assigned

Knowledge /Skills/Experience Required:
• Bachelors Degree required
• Minimum of 3-4 years fundraising/development experience
• Must have experience with direct mail and telemarketing efforts
• Microsoft Office Suite experience required
• Proficiency in Raiser's Edge (or similar system) required
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work with a wide variety of constituencies
• Ability to handle multiple projects and work independently
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills
• Strong self-motivation and the ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Bilingual in Spanish a plus
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends as required

If you are interested in this position please send resume, cover letter and salary history to: jobs@molaa.org.

from LA Culture Net