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Clark Art Institute · 11 hours ago

Development Officer for Membership

Williamstown, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$69K/yr - $77K/yr

3+ years exp

Clark Art Institute is seeking a Development Officer for Membership who will be responsible for cultivating and stewarding relationships with members, particularly focusing on Clark Society donors. This role involves overseeing a comprehensive membership program and executing strategic engagement initiatives to enhance member experience and increase giving.

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Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for Clark Society members and high-level general members

Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with current and prospective donors to understand interests, deepen engagement, and encourage increased giving

Develop individualized stewardship plans for Clark Society members and other key prospects

Collaborate with Advancement colleagues to identify and cultivate upgrade opportunities through personal outreach

Provide strategic oversight of general membership engagement, ensuring consistent communication, benefit fulfillment, and programmatic opportunities that support retention and growth across all membership levels

Contribute to the strategic development of Clark Society and member events, shaping program themes, messaging, and formats that reflect donor interests and institutional goals

Provide input on event content, speakers, and program structure to maximize donor impact and connection

Partner with the Senior Development Officer for Special Events, Senior Manager for Advancement Operations and Membership Assistant to ensure events support stewardship and engagement strategies

Lead the planning and execution of membership campaigns focused on acquisition, renewal, and upgrades

Collaborate with the Advancement Data Systems Manager and Prospect Researcher to identify new membership prospects and track membership campaign performance

Maintain and grow a base of approximately 5,000 active members, generating nearly $2 million in annual revenue

Draft and tailor donor communications—including thank-you letters, impact updates, renewal solicitations, and promotional content—for both print and digital channels

Write compelling, donor-centered materials for member outreach, including event descriptions and seasonal mailings, while demonstrating creativity, precision, and a thoughtful approach that reflects individual donor interests

Exhibit exceptional attention to detail and editorial accuracy across all written materials and member-facing content

Coordinate with Communications to ensure member messaging reflects donor interests and institutional priorities

Represent Advancement at events and in the community, serving as an ambassador for the Clark’s membership program

Qualification

FundraisingDonor relationsMembership developmentCRM systemsStrategic thinkingMultitaskingDiversityInclusionInterpersonal skillsWriting abilityAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required

Minimum of three years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, or membership-based development

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Outstanding writing ability, with demonstrated experience crafting donor communications, promotional materials, and personalized outreach that reflect creativity, strategic thinking, and emotional intelligence

Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in written and verbal communications

Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with donors and stakeholders

Strategic thinker with a donor-centered approach to programming and engagement

Familiarity with CRM systems (Tessitura preferred) and donor data analysis

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Excels at multitasking and meeting tight deadlines while consistently delivering high-quality, accurate, and strategically focused work

Ability to work collaboratively as part of a small, mission-driven team in a museum environment

Commitment to the values of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Dependent Care Account (DCA)

Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) for deductible expenses

403(b) retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO), including sick, vacation, and personal time

Paid Family and Medical Leave (as set by the Massachusetts PFML Statue of Regulations)

Retirement planning and support

Professional development opportunities and tuition assistance

Reciprocal Organization of Associated Museums (ROAM)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounts at Gift Shop and Café 7

Company

Clark Art Institute

The Clark is one of only a handful of institutions globally with a dual mission as an art museum and a distinguished center for research and higher education, dedicated to advancing and extending the public understanding of art.

Founded in 1950

Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA

51-200 employees