The Fulton Theatre Company seeks a Donor Relations Specialist to assist with day-to-day development and fundraising efforts and special events with a special focus on individual and corporate donors at the $1,000-$4,999 level.  This position, reporting to the Executive Director of Development is a Full-time, exempt position.

 Primary Job Duties

• Lead and manage the annual Individuals Campaign efforts (i.e. renewal, acquisition, subscription) involving donors $4,999 & below.   
• Lead and manage the annual Broadbase Corporate Campaign for businesses contributing $2,999 & below. 
• Lead and manage the Performance Sponsorship program for businesses and individuals contributing $1,250.
• Lead and manage participation in the Lancaster County Community Foundation’s annual Extra Give.      
• Assist with annual donor solicitation letters, support materials, thank you letters and phone calls.
• Create and organize gift documentation and maintain donor files and records for the above areas.
• Review weekly acknowledgement reports and assist with monthly pledge billing reports and invoicing.
• Provide an outstanding experience for donors by assisting with the dedicated Producers Circle hotline.
• Coordinate development event preparation and represent the development team at sponsor receptions, dinners, performances, and other events.
• Support the Executive Director of Development with executing the season-long timeline and the oversight of donor events.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned which are within the scope of the job classification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent writing/editing, customer service, and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical ability and attention to detail
• Superior administrative and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently but also collaboratively on simultaneous projects with other internal departments
• Tactful, diplomatic and able to maintain confidential or sensitive financial information.
• Familiarity with nonprofit database systems; experience with Tessitura a plus
• Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Excel
• Able and willing to work flexible hours when necessary, including evenings and weekends.

 Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree and/or two or more years of related experience in donor relations, events management and/or fundraising.

Interested Applicants please apply directly through our online application.  Applicants selected for an interview will be asked for three professional references.  Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

About the Fulton Theatre: The mission of the Fulton Theatre is to create and produce exceptional theatre that moves the collective soul of our community and honors our national historic landmark.  The Fulton first opened its doors in 1852. 160+ years later, this national historic landmark theatre continues to entertain, educate and delight audiences, bringing live theatre, music, and more than 130,000 patrons into downtown Lancaster annually. Today, the Fulton Theatre produces a mix of comedies, dramas and musicals, employing the talents of professional directors, designers, playwrights from across the country. The Fulton also offers classes for children, teens and adults as well as numerous community engagement programs across the region.  

EEO Statement

Fulton Theatre employees are protected by federal laws, Presidential Executive Orders and other laws designed to protect employees from discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service or any other non-merit-based factor.  These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions and training and career development programs.