Development Manager (Program Specialist IV)

THE THC DEVELOPMENT OFFICE: The Texas Historical Commission, by statutory authority, has a development office within the THC’s Administrative Division. This development office includes the THC Chief Development Officer, the Development Managers, and the Office Manager/Bookkeeper, all of whom are state employees. Per a Memorandum of Agreement between the THC and the non-profit 501(c)(3) Friends of the Texas Historical Commission, the THC Development staff also staffs the nonprofit organization. Therefore, the THC Chief Development Officer serves as the Executive Director of the Friends of the THC, and the Development Managers and Office manager/Bookkeeper serve in parallel roles for the nonprofit organization as well.

JOB OBJECTIVE:  Perform highly complex (senior level) development and fundraising related consultative services and technical assistance to the Texas Historical Commission (THC) agency staff, Texas Historical Commission (THC) Commissioners, Friends of the Texas Historical Commission (FTHC) Board of Trustees, and the general public. Work involves all aspects of development & fundraising, including but not limited to donor relations management (cultivation and solicitation), program development and support, communication and outreach for the Friends of the THC, board management, and some financial management. Work under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.