Do you have a passion for the performing arts? This is an opportunity to work in the exciting fields of grants and development communications, representing the international cultural destination of Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) and all it has to offer. If you are energetic, innovative, and collaborative, and searching for an opportunity that will spark your creativity, come join a dynamic team focused on elevating SPAC and its role connecting people to art and beauty. As a member of the SPAC team, you will be immersed in the arts world and encouraged to work beyond the limits, think creatively and possess a curiosity to learn. We are expanding our development team and if this describes you, join us!

Working in Development, you will collaborate closely with the VP of Development, General Manager, CEO, and the entire Leadership Team.

The Grants and Business Development Writer possesses exceptional research, writing, and grammatical skills with a flexible writing style and voice; cultivates relationships with new foundations and current donors to ensure engagement and ongoing support; works cross-departmentally to secure budgets, benchmarks and outcomes for proposals and reports. This key development position cultivates and embraces a high level of understanding of SPAC’s artistic and community programming in order to articulate these offerings to current and potential funders.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Research foundation guidelines and apply to a range of foundation sources.

• Research private foundations, state, local, and federal government grant opportunities and submit compelling applications by deadlines.

• Write letters, call new leads, and upgrade possibilities for SPAC.

• Create a series of pitch decks for programs and series.

• Collect and synthesize relevant data and statistics regarding program attendance, the organization, and community for use in proposal writing.

• Track letters of inquiry, debrief notes, grant requests, mid-term and final reports deadlines, and acknowledgement letters.

• Draft gift acknowledgement letters to institutional donors.

• Make a significant contribution to the Development Department’s marketing materials.

• Collaborate with the Marketing/PR Department to ensure appropriate credit lines and logos are included on website and in collateral materials per grant agreements.

• Keep funders up to date on significant program changes.

• Draft correspondence from CEO, VP, and Board members to institutional donors.

• Draft institutional speeches and other public remarks for the President/CEO.

• Coordinate with the Finance Department to ensure proper recording and budgeting of grant agreements.

• Manage the pipeline and monitor the progress of the proposal process.

• Assist in the planning and execution of site visits, meetings, and events for foundation staff and leaders.

• Track grant writing metrics to help establish future goals.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 5-7 or more years of experience in non-profit grant writing or another writing practice that is clear, concise, compelling, and passionate.

• Proven track record in winning major grants.

• Experience conducting prospect research.

• Superb communication skills.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Meticulous with details and strict with deadlines.

• Appreciation for the performing arts.

• Experience with project management software and database systems.

• Facility with filing online applications and forms.

• Previous experience with government funding and foundation grants.

Compensation is based upon experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Cover letter with your resume explaining why you want to work at SPAC.

We offer exceptional benefits including, but not limited to the following:

Fully paid Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employee

Paid week off December 24 - January 1

Other Generous Time Off

Defined Contribution Retirement Plan and 403(b) Retirement Plan

Event attendance for classical performances

Potential for hybrid schedule

Diversity at SPAC

We are strongly committed to diversity and continuing to increase workforce diversity at SPAC. It is a priority and one that is integral to our mission for an interconnected world. We value and are committed to a host of diverse populations and cultures not limited to just those protected under the law. SPAC is also committed to providing access and will provide reasonable accommodation considerations in its application process and on-going work environment to individuals with disabilities that request such accommodations.

Non-Discrimination Policy

SPAC will not discriminate in the recruitment or selection of employees, or in any other area of employment, on the basis of age, sex, race, national origin, religion, religious belief, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and veteran status or any category protected under the law. In this regard, opportunities for advancement will be made available without bias. SPAC is also subject to state and federal laws, supports efforts to attract and retain fully qualified women and other minority group members for positions. SPAC will comply with all State and Federal laws and applicable orders pursuant to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).

We encourage people from marginalized identities to apply.

Please do not contact or visit the SPAC Office regarding this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

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