Job Listings (last updated 10/20)

Executive Director - Newlin Grist Mill

Position Summary

The Board of Trustees of the Nicholas Newlin Foundation, which oversees the Newlin Grist Mill, is seeking an Executive Director (ED) who will have operational and budgetary responsibility for Newlin Grist Mill’s staff and programs and for the execution of its dual mission “to preserve and interpret the historic mill and 160-acre property for public education and enjoyment.” The new ED, who will report directly to the Board, will establish a culture of growth, consistently evaluating and adapting current programming and operations to advance the institution’s future development.

This is a rare opportunity for a forward-focused leader with strong interpretative skills to guide one of Southeastern Pennsylvania’s earliest water-powered mills and the surrounding preserve into a new era of innovation and growth. The Board welcomes applicants with entrepreneurial instincts as well as proven experience in nonprofit leadership, educational programming, and fundraising. A passion for history, a love of nature, and a collaborative attitude are key.

Essential Functions

• In collaboration with the Board, manage the budget with a focus on long-term financial stability, establishing a set of strategic, mission-aligned goals that will guide decisions regarding programming and other on-site activities.

• Ensure ongoing programmatic excellence, both at the historic site and in the 160-acre preserve, supported by creative fundraising and targeted communications.

• Act as a liaison between Newlin Grist Mill’s staff, trustees, volunteers, partnering organizations, and funders.

• Lead and empower staff and volunteers, whenever possible, using Newlin Grist Mill as a training ground for interns and

Salary Range

The salary range for the ED position is $100,000 to $110,000. Newlin Grist Mill offers health insurance, paid vacations and holidays, paid sick leave, and a retirement plan with employer matching contributions.

How to Apply

At Newlin Grist Mill, we value authenticity — in your application as well as in your approach to conservation. Qualified candidates should submit a resume along with a cover letter that outlines their leadership style, fundraising techniques, and approach to balancing historic preservation, environmental stewardship, and financial sustainability. Applications should be sent to newlinmilljobs@gmail.com.

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Development Manager - Main Line Art Center

Position Summary

The Development Manager will be the primary fundraiser for the Art Center. In conjunction with the Co-Executive Directors, they will be responsible for the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of all donors, major gifts, annual giving, and corporate funding. They will also be responsible for the proactive development of strategic partnerships within the business and philanthropic communities of greater Philadelphia. They will have proven success in cultivating relationships with new prospects and donors and the acquisition of large gifts. They will work with the board and staff in order to meet the funding goals of the Art Center.

Essential Functions

Foundation, Corporate and Government Funding: Establish and maintain relationships with existing corporate and foundation donors and continually research new opportunities for strategic partnerships Maintain annual foundation giving calendar and execute all renewals Handle all aspects of the Center’s EITC (Educational Improvement Tax Credit) annual renewal

Annual Giving, Prospect Management & Solicitation: Working with Executive Directors develop strategies for all targeted fundraising campaigns Maintain a prospect portfolio of individual donors and major gifts, and stewardship of all current donors Maintain all administrative tasks for current and prospective donors including gift tracking and acknowledgment, and donor record maintenance Manage Fundraising Committee composed of Board Members and stakeholders Develop and execute fundraising and cultivation events. Represent the organization at events and consistently seek networking opportunities to increase the Art Center’s visibility as an essential hub of community and creativity.

Membership Program Maintain existing program through numbers tracking, renewals, and benefits fulfillment Identify methods of program expansion, including development of upper-level tier and young professionals tier, events, and enhanced benefit activations Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree required 3+ years related experience Proven experience soliciting individual donors and major gifts Proven relationships with arts and culture donors in the tristate area Experience executing high-level fundraising programs and events Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to interface effectively with Board, students, members and donors Night and weekend availability required as needed

Salary Range

$60,000 - $65,000

At Main Line Art Center our values lead us and we are committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusionary work place. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please send resume, cover letter, and three professional references as a single PDF to Ariel Edwards, Co-Executive Director, at aedwards@mainlineart.org with the subject line “Development Manager.” Phone and in-person interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis. Incomplete applications will not be considered. No phone calls please.

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