The Development Manager reports to the Vice President and will manage organizational
fundraising efforts with a focus on The Campaign for Historic Trades.
This is a full-time professional position that requires a minimum of three years of experience.
Candidates should have demonstrated practical experience in charitable nonprofit fundraising
and be adept at constituent relationship management systems. Experience working with
Engage is preferred.
Preservation Maryland provides a generous benefits package including health insurance,
retirement fund contributions, vacations, holiday pay and a flexible work schedule. Salary
$56,000 - $65,000, annually. Compensation will be commensurate with education and
experience
The preferred start date for this position is March 2023. The position will remain open until
filled.
This position will assist with a broad range of activities in support of fundraising and
development efforts focused on the Campaign for Historic Trades. Responsibilities include:
• Develop and execute annual fundraising plans, including goals and benchmarks
• Research and identify prospective funders
• Build and maintain corporate partner / funder relationships
• Drafting fundraising appeals to individual and corporate donors,
• Prepare or oversee drafting of grant proposals to agencies and foundations,
• Generate and prepare fundraising reports
• Prepare mailing lists for donor communications, such as appeals and event invitations
• Lead execution of organizational fundraising and stewardship events
• Meet with donors and prospective donors / funders
• Develops face-to-face cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies for donors
• Responsible for donor communication / correspondence including gift proposals
• Supports production and distribution of donor mailings
• Oversee special fundraising projects as identified in collaboration with the VP
• Provide broad support for development efforts
• Work collaboratively with Campaign for Historic Trades team on identified goals
• Other duties as assigned
Send a cover letter summarizing your professional skills, relevant work experience, and interest
in the preservation field along with your resume to submit@presmd.org with the subject line
Development Manager.
Applicants will be notified of the receipt of their cover letter and resume. Selected candidates
will be contacted by Preservation Maryland to set up an interview. No phone calls, please.
Preservation Maryland is an inclusive workplace that affirmatively values diversity in all its
forms. We strongly encourage all qualified candidates to apply.