SUMMARY:

MCAD is seeking a Development Operations Associate. This position is responsible for supporting the Office of Development in reaching fundraising goals by overseeing and implementing project plans for cultivating, soliciting and stewarding the college’s various constituencies, and overseeing the daily management of the constituent database. The Development Operations Associate must be sensitive to college needs, employee and student goodwill, and overall brand equity of MCAD as an employer and educational institution. 

DETAILS: This is a full time, non-exempt position expected to work 35 hours a week. This position reports to the Director of Development and is paid $24.50-25.25 hourly. 

TO APPLY: Please submit a resume and cover letter to https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/b0ccf9fc-c11e-4ce1-bb54-075eb5c74c59/Minneapolis-College-of-Art-and-Design. Priority will be given to those who respond by January 5, 2026. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create and oversee project plans for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of the College’s various constituencies.
• Administer system access, improvement projects, and training on the Raiser’s Edge database.
• Maintain a comprehensive process for data management.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the database infrastructure and security.
• Ensure the accurate acceptance, record-keeping and acknowledgement of gifts and pledges.
• Generate accurate gift reports.
• Oversee and manage donor lists for the yearly Donor Wall and Annual Report.
• Create monthly reports, reconcile gifts, and provide audit documents to the Business Office.
• Qualify major gift prospects by researching and analyzing individuals and corporate entities for giving potentials. 
• Prepare detailed and up-to-date research briefings on prospects and/or groups of prospects for stakeholders.
• Assist with written communications.
• Maintain MCAD’s donation website pages by keeping online information current and relevant and processing online gifts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Represent MCAD’s vision, mission, and values.
• Create and embrace a community of equal opportunities and inclusivity.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Two (2) years of experience using Raiser’s Edge, or an equivalent database management software, required.
• Two (2) years of development operations experience, strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality and privacy, and an adherence to high ethical standards, required.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in written formats, required.
• Demonstrated ability to stay organized, prioritize and manage multiple tasks, and meet a variety of demands, preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy and professionalism, with strong attention to detail, preferred.

ENVIRONMENT: This position operates in a professional office environment. This position requires the ability and willingness to closely partner with team members and colleagues in other departments. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

BENEFITS: MCAD’s community of staff and faculty enjoy a dynamic, creative, and inclusive work environment. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, and 403(b) retirement plans, commuter benefits, and employer paid basic life insurance policy, short term and long-term disability coverage.

MCAD promotes work-life balance with a 35 hour work week. Employees also receive 14 paid holidays, an additional two personal holidays, accrued vacation time, accrued sick time, summer days, and volunteer time off. In addition, after six months of service, full-time employees and their eligible dependents can receive tuition benefits at MCAD, as well as the potential to receive reduced tuition at more than 600 colleges nationwide.

BACKGROUND: Founded in 1886, Minneapolis College of Art and Design is located in the rich creative community of the Twin Cities. Recognized nationally and internationally for its innovative approaches to art and design  education, MCAD is home to approximately 800 students from 45 states and 15 countries. The college offers bachelor’s degrees in fourteen disciplines including arts entrepreneurship, design, fine arts, and media arts; one MFA; three online master’s degrees; and continuing education classes for all ages. Through the core curriculum, students focus on their careers and craft by learning technical and professional skills while developing their creative leadership capabilities.

MCAD is especially interested in candidates from under-represented groups as well as individuals who have experience with diverse populations who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the MCAD community.