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Manager of Curatorial Affairs

Manager of Annual Giving

Utility Trades Person

Grant Writer

Prospect Research Writer

Director of Development (CCA+D)

Financial Aid Counselor or Assistant Director

Assistant/Associate Director of Admissions

Updated: 9/30/2009

 

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Manager of Curatorial Affairs
Curatorial Department

POSITION SUMMARY:
Manage all administrative aspects of the Curatorial department and permanent collections including budget, staff meetings, correspondence, legal issues, permanent galleries and office operations. Act as Curatorial liaison to all other functional areas of institution.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the Chief Curator including scheduling and other tasks as assigned
• Budget
•  create and oversee departmental budgets
• manage PO procedure
• Board of Trustees Collections Committee
• Schedule and organize meetings
• Set agenda with Chairman
• Take minutes
• Communicate with Committee members
• Organize preparation meetings with Associate Registrar
• Correspondence
• Handle general department correspondence
• Loan and gift letters
• Manage other correspondence as needed
• Set and manage weekly Curatorial meetings
• Act as liaison to functional areas of institution including organizational meetings like CHAOS
• Assist Chief Curator with administration of HR requirements
• With Registrars, oversee legal issues related to collections
• Assist Department  with administrative tasks related to European and Decorative Arts collections
• Coordinate space issues as necessary
• Manage daily office functions (mail, office supplies, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• MA in Art History, Museum Studies, or equivalent and at least five year of museum or equivalent management experience.
• Strong communication skills, organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Experience with collections management and budgeting are highly recommended.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel required;
• Knowledge of Powerpoint and Filemaker Pro is desirable.

 

To apply:
Please send a cover letter and résumé with at least three references to:
hr@corcoran.org
-OR-
Human Resources Department
Corcoran
500 Seventeenth Street NW
Washington, DC  20006

EOE
09/09

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Manager of Annual Giving
Development Department

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Manager of Annual Giving reports to the Director of Annual Giving and Membership and is responsible for planning, managing and coordinating a comprehensive annual fund campaign for the solicitation of individual gifts; recommending, developing and building new strategies for obtaining private donations; identifying, cultivating and soliciting prospects; working with staff, board and volunteers as needed; and assisting in drafting proposals, newsletters, brochures, pamphlets, electronic communications and other materials as necessary.

The position manages the implementation of Annual Fund campaigns, including those for Chairman’s Guild, Women’s Committee, Docents, and low-dollar campaigns; manages solicitations and renewals, events, and the fulfillments of benefits to acquire, renew, and upgrade donors; works with staff to build prospect lists and cultivate donors through research, institutional events, and personal communication; and works closely with his/her supervisor, the membership team, key volunteer leaders, and other staff to increase overall annual giving. Assumes responsibility for the Annual Fund, with an emphasis on cultivation and solicitation of individual leadership gifts ($1,500-$25,000).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with Supervisor to set short and long-term goals for the Annual Fund’s direction and growth and develops strategies to achieve those goals, and a set of annual benchmarks and goals.
• Manages personal solicitation of top leadership-level annual fund donors ($1,500 - $25,000) and accompanies volunteers on prospect visits as appropriate.
• Plan strategy and implement low-dollar Annual Fund campaigns.
• Respond to Chairman’s Guild emails, phone calls, and on-site needs.
• Coordinate Chairman’s Guild identification (prospecting/determining who to move up), cultivation, and solicitation (renewals/upgrades/etc.).
• Track Board and Board Committee giving.
• Create Women’s Committee annual giving plan including solicitation at meetings, letters, and phone calls and identify prospects for higher giving.
• Create strategy to solicit docents and identify prospects for higher giving.
• Collaborate with other departments to invite Chairman’s Guild donors and other Corcoran high-level donors to Corcoran events and programs for cultivation and stewardship purposes.
• Create, continually evaluate, and execute Chairman’s Guild events.
• Oversee Event attendee/member follow-up for stewardship purposes and to recruit new Chairman’s Guild members/upgrade current members.
• Manage donor research, in close collaboration with the Prospect Research Manager.
• Work with Development Systems Manager to create queries and exports for renewals, prospects, and event lists.
• Work with the Director of Individual Giving and Membership and the Sr. Vice President to develop and adhere to annual budget and functions as a member of the development team.
• Do analysis and reporting of growth, attrition, and giving.
• Develop and implement Development moves management system to track donor contacts in RE.
• Ensure individual Chairman’s Guild member profiles are created and updated.
• Create and execute acknowledgment and fulfillment procedures for Annual Fund giving.
• Serve as a communications liaison to Development Committee.
• Develop and execute the Chairman’s Guild benefits plan and benefits delivery schedule.
• Coordinate Chairman’s Guild communications, and promotional materials such as a quarterly e-update, invitations, website content and brochures.
• Track Annual Fund collateral inventory.
• Review the Annual Fund presence on the Corcoran’s website and suggests changes for improvement and growth.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree or higher, plus a minimum of three years relevant fundraising experience, preferably in an arts organization
• Must possess strong verbal, writing, project management, and organizational skills
• Must be able to work effectively under pressure and in a team environment.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Some travel required.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Raiser’s Edge or a similar database is required.

To apply:
Please send a cover letter and résumé with at least three references to:
hr@corcoran.org
-OR-
Human Resources Department
Corcoran
500 Seventeenth Street NW
Washington, DC  20006

NO CALLS PLEASE

EOE
09/09

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Utility Trades Person
Operations and Facilities Department

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is tasked with the general building maintenance and related daily procedural actions pertaining to the functions of the Operations department of the Museum and College. The incumbent performs tasks for Museum Lighting, Special Events, College Operations, Construction, A/V Technology, switchboard and mail room, and climate control.  This position will also perform minor repairs and maintenance to the plumbing and electrical systems of the buildings.  This position requires 24/7 on-call availability and will work overtime as directed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• works the 3-11pm shift primarily and other shifts as required
• learns procedures and routines particular to the Operations Dept within three months
• takes direction from ranking Operations staff  in performing the above task categories
• works in the Museum and College spaces using proper methods as directed
• keeps a record of daily duties as directed by the Director of Operations through e-mail
• works in a safe and secure manner at all times
• learns, applies and obeys all institutional security rules and procedures
• provides own basic hand tools
• knows and applies all administrative rules and directions relative to the Operations’ department
• always reflects credit through word and action upon the Corcoran as an entity, and the Operations department in particular

Qualifications:

• possesses a wide range of mechanical experience, ability to read blueprints and schematics
• self-starter with excellent learning and communications skills
• experience in maintenance of the building with ability to do journeyman level work with a minimum of supervision
• physically capable of lifting 75lbs, walking and standing for 2 hrs at a time
• posses basic computer skills: e-mail, spreadsheet, Word
• current, local driver’s license with good record
• good common sense
• High School graduate with some college preferred
• Neat appearance, helpful demeanor and strong interpersonal skills in working with a broad spectrum of people
• Excellent work habits with full safety awareness
• Drug-free, clean and sober
• Able to work flexible schedule and work overtime as required
• Ability to work at heights to 25 feet
• Ability to visualize steps to completed tasks and think in the abstract
• Ability to clean up, as needed, each shift
• Ability to plan the next and future shifts

To apply:
Please send a cover letter and résumé with at least three references to:
hr@corcoran.org
-OR-
Human Resources Department
Corcoran
500 Seventeenth Street NW
Washington, DC  20006

EOE
09/09

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Grantwriter
Development Department

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Corcoran grantwriter is a full-time member of the Development Department whose work is on behalf of both, the Corcoran Gallery of Art and the Corcoran College of Art + Design.  Responsibilities include proposal writing for new and recurring grants in a broad range of gallery and college programs, thus assisting with the donor cultivation and stewardship, grant research, and other fund-raising related activities.  The grantwriter will report to the Corporate and Foundations Relations Officer.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collect information from other staffers and research necessary resource requirements to create project budgets and timelines for new grant projects in-line with the institution’s workplan;
• Write and edit grant proposals, grant reports and correspondence to funders (federal agencies, corporations, foundations, and other);
• Work with outside consultants/lobbyists in preparation of materials for federal solicitations, including the seeking of stimulus funding;
• Collaborate with the Corporate and Foundations Relations Officer and Special Events Manager in building and seeking out participants in the Corporate Partners Program, as a means of building general operating support;
• Organize supplemental documentation (i.e. budgets, timelines) for grant proposals;
• Maintain grant proposal and reporting pipeline, and track goals and objectives and timelines, to ensure deadlines are met and timely acknowledgments are sent;
  Communicate regularly with appropriate staff as to status of grant requests;
• Perform other development duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree and a minimum of two years relevant experience with demonstrated success in obtaining corporate, foundation and agency grants;
• Excellent writing, verbal and analytical skills;
• Ability to work both independently and as a team player;
• Knowledge of Raiser's Edge, MS Office;
• Knowledge of donor research techniques;
• The grantwriter will be detail-oriented, and have the desire to work within and across diverse groups and teams in both the gallery and college;
  

To apply:
Please send a cover letter and résumé with at least three references to:
hr@corcoran.org (Please include name-position title in the subject line for online submissions)
-OR-
Human Resources Department
Corcoran
500 Seventeenth Street NW
Washington, DC  20006

NO CALLS PLEASE
EOE
09/09

 

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Prospect Research Manager
Development Department

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Prospect Research Manager is responsible for in-depth research, identification of prospects, proactive research, prospect ratings and prospect management to support individual and corporate & foundation development programs.  Develops and implements a process for prospect identification, qualification, research and tracking; oversees moves management of prospects; oversees the prospect management data entry system; and maintains an overall knowledge of the institution's top prospects to assist fundraisers in developing appropriate cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies.  Collaborates with senior members of the development team as well as other key staff members around the institution.
The Prospect Research Manager reports to the Senior Vice President.  (Will report to the Director of Major Gifts when that position is filled.)

Duties and Responsibilities:
Ÿ Identifying and researching availability of public, private and individual funds, in response to program needs, as anticipated by program staff;
Ÿ Conducting prospect research on individuals, foundations, and corporations;
Ÿ Analyzing fit between a prospective funder and the project to be funded;
Ÿ Recommending strategies for each funder, including preparing reports and developing talking points for the solicitor(s);
Ÿ Prospect and project-related research;
Ÿ Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To apply:
Please send a cover letter and résumé with at least three references to:
hr@corcoran.org
-OR-
Human Resources Department
Corcoran
500 Seventeenth Street NW
Washington, DC  20006

EOE
09/09

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Director of Development
Development Department

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director of Development for the Corcoran College of Art + Design (CCA+D) is responsible for developing and conducting a comprehensive fundraising strategy and campaign for the institution.   Working closely with the Provost and Dean and key faculty and staff of the College, the Director of Development will be responsible for conceptualizing, planning, and executing a coordinated program of fundraising including major gifts, corporate, foundation and government support, and annual giving within the framework of the College's top priorities. The Director of Development will work closely with the Corcoran's central development organization, drawing on its support services, coordinating all efforts as directed by the Sr. Vice President, and integrating the College's initiatives within the Corcoran's overall fundraising activities. 

Through face-to-face visits, written proposals and other direct contacts, the Director of Development identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards individual gifts, and works directly with colleagues in student affairs and alumni relations and development. The Director of Development is responsible for initiating and managing relationships with foundations and corporations for the purposes of soliciting financial support through grants and gifts.

Chief responsibilities of the Director of Development include leading and managing development activities specific to the CCA+D. The Director of Development develops and nurtures relationships, and successfully interacts with and makes requests of established and prospective individual, corporate and foundation donors. In consultation with development department management, the Director of Development is responsible for setting and meeting fundraising goals for the CCA+D.

The Director of Development reports to the Sr. Vice President, and works in close collaboration with the Corcoran’s Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with colleagues in the development department and in the College to define fundraising needs, and to plan and develop projects;
• Manage a portfolio of individual/major gift donors and prospects at all levels, but with a focus on gifts of $5,000 and higher;
• Plan and manage aggressive College annual fund program, including (as needed and appropriate) volunteer coordination, direct mail appeals, e-solicitations, and phonathons;
  
• Direct a comprehensive College fundraising program for corporate and foundation giving;
• Identify trends influencing corporations and foundations that may affect their interactions with the College, as well as analyze and recommend methods to match current interests of foundations with college priorities and faculty activities;
• Analyze prospects and develop cultivation strategies to be implemented;
• Cultivate, steward and solicit prospect donors;
• Develop materials, written engagement and solicitation proposals for prospects;
• Coordinate fund-raising activity for CCA+D special projects;
• Participate in a long-term strategic planning process to ensure that development programs support the CCA+D mission and future goals;
• Work to reconcile scholarship and award funds, and strategize on expanding both;
• Collaborate with the Sr. Vice President to incorporate college development activities into the Development Committee structure and priorities development activities, and to strengthen the board of trustee’s college-specific development activities;
• Document donor contact and activity using Raiser's Edge;
• Be willing to travel as necessary;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree and a minimum of five years successful direct fundraising experience at a higher institution of learning
• Experience in being collaborative in order to establish and foster relationships 
• Good judgment, and excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills
• The ability to rapidly become familiar with college-wide program areas, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships on and off campus
• Experience in developing and implementing overall development strategies for an institution/organization; a record of overseeing alumni giving programs and working with volunteer boards is preferred
• A proven track record of success in soliciting and securing individual, corporate and foundation gifts
• Demonstrated ability to develop corporate and foundation fundraising programs, including all aspects of successful proposal development, prospect identification, grant writing and donor tracking
• Demonstrated project management and leadership skills
  The ability to effectively plan, implement and evaluate, and manage several projects simultaneously
• Strong computer skills, including experience with MS Office and Raiser’s Edge.

To apply:

Please send a cover letter and résumé with at least three references to:
hr@corcoran.org
-OR-
Human Resources Department
Corcoran
500 Seventeenth Street NW
Washington, DC  20006

EOE
09/09

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There are four main areas of activity:

1. To provide administrative office support to the Executive Assistant to the Director and President
2. To manage the Chief Operating Officer’s schedule and correspondence.
3. To assist with the administration related to the Board of Trustees.
4. Other administrative duties as agreed by the Director’s Office.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Executive Assistant to the Director and President to organize and administer assigned projects. This will include the production and answering of correspondence, production of briefs, and liaison within the institution.
• Will manage the COO’s day to day calendar and schedule; work closely with the Executive Assistant to the Director and President  with production of correspondence, reports and briefing notes for the COO.
• Assist in preparation of the Board of Trustees Meetings including: compiling and distributing agenda and any advance materials that are required; coordinating the materials for the board meeting; copying, collating, and producing the meeting book for each board meeting; coordinating Board special events.
• Provide a day-to-day office assistance by answering phones, greeting visitors, providing information and taking messages; Assist in preparation of events and meetings in the Director’s office, coordinating delivery of supplies such as food and beverages.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred, associate degree with adequate experience is required.
• Ability to work well with Board of Trustees, students, faculty, staff and the public while maintaining a high level of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism
• Must have excellent organizational and management skills, ability

to work independently, organize projects, prioritize and meet deadlines.

• Must have excellent inter-personal skills in speaking with a diverse group of important external callers and visitors as well as internal contacts at all levels of the organization.
• Some analytical ability is required in order to gather and summarize data for reports, find solutions to various administrative problems, and prioritize work.
• Work requires continual attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines

To apply:
Please send a cover letter and résumé with at least three references to:
hr@corcoran.org
-OR-
Human Resources Department
Corcoran
500 Seventeenth Street NW
Washington, DC  20006

EOE
09/09

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Financial Aid Counselor or Assistant Director
(depending on experience)
Financial Aid Department

POSITION SUMMARY:
The position is responsible for providing direct service to students and their families in regard to the financial aid process and advises them in all phases of the aid application and delivery system. The position serves as the primary contact for the department for both undergraduate and graduate students.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reviewing students file for completeness and accuracy
• Electronically packaging financial aid and preparing outgoing financial aid award letters
• Assisting with verification
• Providing loan counseling and loan certification
•  Maintaining and updating student files
• Managing phone, walk-in, and email inquiries
• Overseeing student workers
• Ensuring policy and procedures are followed as established
• Managing Federal Work Study campus components such as compiling job descriptions, job placement and timecard processing
• Assist in student recruitment and retention activities
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• At least 1–3 years successful Financial Aid experience
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Customer service oriented
• Professional work ethic including sensitivity to confidential nature of counseling
• Accuracy with numbers
• Computer proficiency (Data bases and Microsoft office). Experience working with PowerFaids preferred
• Requires occasional evening or weekend hours.

To apply:
Please send a letter of interest and résumé with at least three references to:
hr@corcoran.org
-OR-
Human Resources Department
Corcoran
500 Seventeenth Street NW
Washington, DC 20006
No Calls Please

EOE
09/09

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Assistant/Associate Director of Admissions

The ideal candidate will have two years or more of progressive admissions experience including staff supervision and office operations management. The Admissions team is seeking someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and who is enthusiastic, well organized, and familiar with art and design institutions. Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required, with a BA or BFA in visual arts highly desired.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant/Associate Director of Admissions is a senior member of the Admissions team and reports to the Director of Admissions and Financial Aid.  The position provides support to the Director and the department by ensuring the recruitment plan is supported through smooth office operations. Areas of responsibility include office operations and procedures, inquiry and application processing, execution of communication campaigns, data collection and reporting, evaluation of art, design and photography portfolios, and planning of special events. In addition, the Assistant/Associate Director has an individual territory responsibility as well as recruitment activity planning and participation. He/she acts on the Director’s behalf when called upon in admissions matters, oversees the office assistant and/or admissions counselors. Some weekend and evening work required.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Please send a cover letter and résumé or CV with at least three references to:

hr@corcoran.org or fax: (202) 639-1768

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Human Resources Department
Corcoran
500 Seventeenth Street NW
Washington, DC 20006

EOE
7/2009

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Admissions Counselor

 
POSITION SUMMARY:

The Admissions Counselor is a member of the Enrollment team and reports to the Director of Admissions and Financial Aid. The Counselor participates in the execution of recruitment activities including successful management of an assigned territory. Activities include: representing the College at high schools and college/portfolio fairs, conducting on-campus interviews and tours, reviewing portfolios of art work, and timely processing of applications. Requires ability to travel independently both regionally and nationally. Some weekend and evening work required. Minimum Bachelor’s degree in art-related field required. BFA or Masters degree preferred. Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to lift heavy boxes are necessary.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Please send a cover letter and résumé or CV with at least three references to:

hr@corcoran.org or fax: (202) 639-1768

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Human Resources Department
Corcoran
500 Seventeenth Street NW
Washington, DC 20006

EOE
6/2009

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