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Department Summary The Hammer Museum at UCLA believes diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion are integral to fulfilling our mission to illuminate lives and build a more just work through art and ideas. We actively seek out different perspectives to broaden and enrich our understanding of the world. We believe this inspires thoughtful and provocative exhibitions and programs that serve the vibrant and varied communities that make up the city of Los Angeles. The Hammer understands that art not only has the power to transport us through aesthetic experience but can also provide significant insight into some of the most pressing cultural, political, and social questions of our time. We share the unique and invaluable perspectives that artists have on the world around us. Position Summary The Manager, Membership and Annual Giving is responsible for raising unrestricted funds for the annual operating budget through the membership and annual fund programs. Hammer Membership levels range from $100 through $5,000. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Manager, Membership and Annual Giving is responsible for conceptualizing and implementing membership and annual giving campaigns. The Manager, Membership and Annual Giving will utilize data-driven strategies to identify new member prospects and develop strategies for acquisition, renewal, and upgrades to reach target departmental goals. Also, under his/her guidance is the planning and execution of membership events. In collaboration with Events team, this role manages the annual Hammer KAMP fundraising event. This exempt position supervises one full-time staff and oversees students, interns, and/or consultants as needed. This position is responsible to raise $1,000,000 per year. Salary & Compensation *UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits. Qualifications 5+ years Experience in an art Museum, arts related organization, or philanthropic organization (Required) 2+ years Experience in a membership program with at least 4,000 members preferably in an arts organization. (Required) Working knowledge of some aspects of art history, museums, art galleries, or related humanities field. (Required) Excellent communication skills to interact effectively and diplomatically with members and donors from diverse social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds. (Required) Ability to write persuasively in order to motivate prospective members, renewing members, and potential donors to assist with the financial support of the Museum’s general operating fund. (Required) Skill in interacting diplomatically with the public in a high-volume, continuous- public contact setting. Ability to negotiate and exchanging ideas, information, and opinions with others to formulate policies and programs and/or to arrive jointly at decisions, conclusions or solutions. (Required) Skill in managing staff and and volunteer committees, including organizing workflow to accomplish objectives, delegating responsibilities, and training. (Required) Ability to handle and maintain sensitive information with discretion and tact. (Required) Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and PowerPoint; familiarity with Adobe Photoshop; working knowledge of donor tracking systems and Raiser?s Edge fundraising software preferred (Required) Ability to prioritize tasks, predict problem areas, and develop efficient systems for resolution; skill in working independently and following through on assignments with minimal direction; ability to work under pressure with frequently changing priorities. (Required) Experience and skill in direct marketing approaches, including working knowledge of principles of graphic design and print production to convey information needed to produce various printed materials (e.g. newsletters, brochures, invitations, and direct mail membership acquisition campaigns). (Required) Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations Bachelor’s Degree in related area and/or equivalent combination of experience/training (Required) Special Conditions for Employment Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment. Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed (Required) Schedule 9:30am to 6:30pm Union/Policy Covered 99-Policy Covered Complete Position Description https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&jobcode=40131280