The New York State Historical Association, Fenimore Art Museum and The Farmers’ Museum seek a Director for Development to provide leadership for the ongoing growth and expansion of their comprehensive fundraising program.

A member of the senior management team reporting directly to the President/CEO, the Director for Development is responsible for all of the program, operating, and capital fundraising needs of NYSHA, Fenimore Art Museum and The Farmers' Museum. The director leads the growth and expansion of a comprehensive fundraising program that consists of major gifts, planned giving, annual programs including membership and direct mail appeal, grant writing, corporate and foundation relations, government funding and special events. The director maintains regular and sustained contact with trustees, association members and community leaders to ensure that the organizations’ missions and long-range goals are met.

The selected candidate will have a proven track record in all phases of fundraising in the private, non-profit sector, preferably in a museum, historical association or similar cultural institution.

The position is based in Cooperstown, New York, and extensive travel may be necessary. The museums offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. E-mail resume and cover letter to b.fischer@nysha.org. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Interested parties are encouraged to download the application form and mail it to Human Resources:

New York State Historical Association
PO Box 800
Cooperstown NY 13326

The New York State Historical Association and The Farmers' Museum are private, non-profit institutions with an art museum, living history museum, research library, special exhibitions, publications, and statewide education programs.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

The New York State Historical Association and The Farmers' Museum are Equal Opportunity Employers.