MPT Senior Managing Director, Major & Planned Giving

About the job

Introduction

Maryland Public Television, commonly known as MPT, is a public television network that broadcasts throughout the entire state of Maryland and the District of Columbia and into parts of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia. MPT is Maryland's only statewide broadcaster. Headquartered in Owings Mills, MPT is a member of the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) and is a producer of both locally and nationally distributed TV programs and digital content.\r\n�\r\n\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Public Television\r\n11767 Owings Mills Blvd\r\nOwings Mills MD 21117\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

This Managing Director will\r\ndevise and execute an annual fundraising plan to personally generate $2,000,000\r\nor more in membership revenues. It will secure transformational philanthropic\r\ngifts and investments that advance MPT’s highest strategic priorities. This position will devise and execute an annual fundraising plan\r\nto personally generate $2,000,000 or more in membership revenues. It will\r\nsecure transformational philanthropic gifts and investments that advance MPT’s\r\nhighest strategic priorities. This senior management position manages a focused\r\nportfolio of donors and prospects capable of making gifts or commitments of\r\n$100,000 or more. The candidate will create customized cultivation,\r\nsolicitation, and stewardship strategies while partnering closely with the President\r\nand CEO, Vice President of Development, senior leaders, and key\r\nvolunteers. Additionally, this position will track campaign results to\r\nreach annual goals and review campaign analytics in conjunction with the\r\nManaging Director of Major & Planned Giving to create or adjust annual\r\nfundraising plans.\r\n�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

\r\n● Manage a strategically qualified portfolio of approximately 50 donors and prospects; identify, cultivate, solicit, close and steward six-figure+ commitments.�\r\n● Develop donor-centered funding opportunities, proposals, presentations, gift agreements, and individualized stewardship plans in collaboration with program and production partners.�\r\n● Serve as philanthropy strategist and liaison for the President and CEO, guiding targeted outreach, cultivation, and solicitation to develop close relationships with key stakeholders�\r\n● Serve as a staff liaison to MPT Foundation board committees and assist in recruitment of new board members.�\r\n● Partner with the Managing Director in leading the Major & Planned Giving team. Developing methods to strengthen the principal-gift pipeline, coordinate prospect assignments and transitions, and maintain timely, accurate donor records.�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

\r\nEducation: Bachelor’s Degree�\r\nExperience: Minimum Eight (8) years of experience in non-profit development, including direct fundraising experience and a proven track record of soliciting and closing major gifts of at least five-figures; with at least 3 years of supervisory experience leading a team in development.�\r\nNote: experience can be substituted for education on a year by year basis \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\nStrong preference will be given to applicants that possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualifications.�\r\n● Exceptional communication, presentation, project management and interpersonal skills; sound judgement and discretion.�\r\n● Campaign planning, readiness assessment, feasibility, or execution experience. \r\n● Experience in public media, higher education, arts and culture, journalism, or another mission-driven non profit.�\r\n● Familiarity with blended gifts, including endowment and planned gifts.�\r\n● Experience with donor CRM and prospect-management systems. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants must provide sufficient information on the application to show they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

\r\nThe examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�\r\nResumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

\r\nThe online applications are Strongly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to Maryland Public Television – HR, 11767 Owings Mills Blvd., Owings Mills, MD 21117. Paper application materials must be received by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted. If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-581-4382. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.�\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Aaron Clark at 410-581-4115. If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.�\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.�\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.�\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n