Careers at KCM

Development Assistant

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/development-assistant/

Hours: Part-time
Reports To: Vice President of Development and President & CEO

Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide experiences and memories to build a foundation for a lifetime of learning. Through our museum space in Glenview, IL, we offer engaging learning environments featuring interactive exhibits and programs that encourage young children to become effective learners through play. As part of our commitment to ensuring that every child has access to the best learning experiences possible, we extend our footprint throughout the Chicagoland area through outreach programs, traveling exhibits, and partnering with educators to inspire meaningful change in the education of young children.

The Development Assistant is responsible for providing professional administrative support to the Offices of the VP of Development, the Director of Major Gifts and Institutional Giving, and as needed to the President and CEO. This dynamic position requires the ability to anticipate needs, manage logistics, create a welcoming atmosphere, prepare professional reports and documents, and use judgement and critical thinking skills to offer solutions to issues, while projecting a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Prepare progress reports for the VP of Development Department, engage with current and potential donors via phone, email or other means of communication, track contributions, prepare and manage mailing lists, assist with event planning, ensure timely and accurate acknowledgment of contributions, track revenue and expenditures, and manage other development projects as needed

· Update and maintain current Board, ancillary boards, donor and staff lists to ensure record accuracy in the CRM and shared files. Maintain working knowledge of, and regularly utilize, Altru (KCM’s database) to provide timely and accurate department and organizational information.

· Prioritize and assist with calendar management and time commitments for the VP of Development and President and CEO. Respond to inquiries, facilitate date changes, handle meeting requests while troubleshooting conflicts, make sound judgements and recommendations to ensure smooth day-to-day engagements for members of the senior team

· Support the President and CEO and the Board of Trustees. Arrange and handle logistics for the Board and committee meetings and events; schedule meetings, draft agendas, compile, produce and distribute meeting packets, prepare presentations, and record minutes on behalf of the Board Secretary. Produce and distribute Board-related materials including but not limited to the Board directory, meeting documents, individual engagement and giving reports, compliance forms, orientation information, and other materials as needed.

· Arrange and set up meetings, reply to email, answer phones, respond to inquiries, greet and escort guests, ensure meeting rooms are clean and set, manage office supplies, reorder materials, process and distribute daily mail, provide meeting management support

· Manage volunteers as needed for department project work

· Accurately track Board engagement and contributions

· Assist with social media activities and updates; assemble media kits

· Attend Museum and donor activities/events. Prepare name tags and event attendee lists, greet guests, support staff check-in tables, attend planning meetings, prepare donor acknowledgement letters

The successful candidate will possess the following:

· Bachelor’s Degree preferred

· Minimum of 3 years’ experience supporting a Development Team and/or executive management

· Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint; proficiency with Altru and Financial Edge Systems (or requirement to be fully trained within 3 months of hire)

· Exceptional interpersonal skills with a high level of integrity and trustworthiness in managing confidential information

· Efficient time management skills and the ability to identify effective ways of completing tasks

· Positive, friendly, and professional communication skills and demeanor in maintaining relationships with current and potential donors, ancillary board members, colleagues, and guests

· Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently

· Ability to handle tasks in a timely and efficient manner, while understanding priorities

· Excellent writing, grammar, and proofreading skills

· Strong organizational skills and detail-orientation

· Valid driver’s license, own vehicle and good driving record

· Flexibility with work schedule, as necessary, to support weekend scheduling and/or evening activities

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates can submit an online application found on the Careers page of our website, www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org.

Kohl Children’s Museum is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Director of Major Gifts and Institutional Giving

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/director-of-major-gifts-and-institutional-giving/

Hours: Full-time
Reports To: Vice President of Development

Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide experiences and memories to build a foundation for a lifetime of learning. Through our museum space in Glenview, IL, we offer engaging learning environments featuring interactive exhibits and programs that encourage young children to become effective learners through play. As part of our commitment to ensuring that every child has access to the best learning experiences possible, we extend our footprint throughout the Chicagoland area through outreach programs, traveling exhibits, and partnering with educators to inspire meaningful change in the education of young children.

The Director of Major Gifts and Institutional Giving is responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive, donor-centric development plan with a focus on raising private, foundation and corporate support. The development plan should build upon the success of existing fundraising efforts while expanding the program to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors, as well as retain and upgrade current donors and constituents. This position includes submitting grant applications and reporting, as well as tracking deadlines and producing impact reports.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement strategies to personally manage a portfolio of individual donors capable of giving $1,000+: identify, cultivate, solicit and steward
• Manage the foundation and corporate giving renewal review process. Submit grant applications, proposals, impact reports, financials, updated board lists, budgets, and other requested information
• Manage a Gift Opportunities List to track and update naming opportunities, general operating revenue, program support, corporate sponsorship, and event support
• Oversee the major donor stewardship plan and ensure its execution with the VP of Development and the President and CEO
• With the VP of Development, create and implement a donor-centric communications strategy, including but not limited to setting meetings, calls, emails, tours or invitations to KCM events and overall relationship-building
• Assist VP of Development in overseeing the Development Assistant
• Oversee and supervise the work of the contract Government Grant Writer
• Respond to individual, corporate and foundation donor requests on a timely basis
• Prepare Impact Reports and/or other materials to formally solicit and update donors on the impact of their giving
• Provide data for annual and capital fundraising plans including revenue and expense forecasts and budgets
• Learn and know the integral components of early childhood education and how the Museum’s various
Programs contribute to the positive development of young children and their families
• Gather and maintain accurate organizational data/statistics to report to donors on programs, outcomes and grant compliance

The successful candidate will possess the following:
• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred
• Minimum of five-years exposure and/or experience within an organization that has a progressive Development Department
• Experience with donor communications including written letters/notes, phone calls, virtual and in-person meetings
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to write structured, grammatically, and substantially correct proposals
• Excellent attention to detail and timely follow-up, with the ability to meet deadlines
• Good working knowledge of current trends in donor-centric engagement and charitable giving
• Knowledge and familiarity with research techniques for fundraising prospect research.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to work well independently and in a team environment
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and understand priorities
• Basic familiarity with donor record-keeping; knowledge of Blackbaud system and products preferred
• Valid driver’s license, own vehicle, and good driving record
• Flexibility with work schedule, as necessary, to support weekend scheduling and/or evening activities

HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates can submit an online application found on the Careers page of our website, kohlchildrensmuseum.org.

For more information about the position or the Museum, please visit www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org.

Kohl Children’s Museum is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Mobile Pop-Up Museum Coordinator (Full-Time Temporary)

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/mobile-pop-up-museum-coordinator/

Hours: Full-time
Reports To: Director of Education

Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide experiences and memories to build a foundation for a lifetime of learning. Through our museum space in Glenview, IL, we offer engaging learning environments featuring interactive exhibits and programs that encourage young children to become effective learners through play. As part of our commitment to ensuring that every child has access to the best learning experiences possible, we extend our footprint throughout the Chicagoland area through outreach programs, traveling exhibits, and partnering with educators to inspire meaningful change in the education of young children.

The Mobile Pop-Up Museum Coordinator is primarily responsible for the successful implementation of the Pop-Up Museum Summer Program in Northern Lake County. This position directly supports the planning, coordination and execution of Pop-Up Museum logistics; assists the VP of Programs and other team members in creating educational content; oversees the daily operation of the Pop-Up Museum; participates in program evaluation; and effectively communicates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate completion of duties.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Directly support logistics for Mobile Pop-Up Museum events and activities, including but not limited to: oversee the Pop-Up calendar, assist Director of Education in maintaining staffing schedule, assist with staff training, and work closely with the Volunteer Coordinator to schedule and orient volunteers
• Directly support Museum departments and positions that execute on implementation, including but not limited to: assist with set-up and take down of exhibits, troubleshooting exhibit issues, maintaining Pop-Up Museum inventory
• Directly oversee the Mobile Pop-Up Museum during open hours, including but not limited to: opening and closing duties, and ensuring the safety of the patrons
• Interact and engage with Pop-Up patrons, including teachers, families and children, to enhance their educational experience
• Communicate with community leaders and constituents to promote community engagement at the Pop- Up Museum locations
• Maintain Pop-Up Museum visitor data collection, including attendance and evaluations.
• Support the creation and coordinate the production of materials and collateral as it relates to the Pop- up, including but not limited to: marketing handouts, exhibit signage and components, and education materials
• Participate in any pre-planning activities and meetings and assist with implementation timeline to ensure successful setup of the Pop-Up Museum
• Attend departmental meetings and/or meet with Museum leaders to identify any ongoing departmental support needs and execute on those tasks
• Complete procedure documents for Pop-Up Museum coordination tasks and duties
• Create, manage, and prepare Pop-Up Museum reports, as assigned

The successful candidate will possess the following:
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child and Family Studies or related field, or equivalent work experience in an education, nonprofit or museum setting or related field
• A minimum of 1 year of direct work experience in an educational setting, overseeing the educational experience of young children
• Type 04 Certification, a plus
• Bilingual in Spanish, a plus
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage deadlines and prioritize workload to meet business needs
• Self-starter initiative with strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task
• Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills
• Ability to facilitate learning experiences for young children and their families
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and proof of insurance
• Flexibility with work schedule, as necessary, to support weekend scheduling and/or evening activities

This is a temporary position, beginning May 2021 and extends through August 2021.

HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates can submit an online application at: www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/jobs. You can also submit your resume or a letter of interest to jobs@kcmgc.org.

For more information about the position or the Museum, please visit www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org.

Kohl Children’s Museum is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Mobile Pop-Up Museum Facilitator (Part Time Temporary)

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/mobile-pop-up-museum-facilitator/

Hours: Part-time
Reports To: Director of Education

Temporary role: May – August 2021

Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 30 hours per week; some nights and weekends

Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide experiences and memories to build a foundation for a lifetime of learning. Through our museum space in Glenview, IL, we offer engaging learning environments featuring interactive exhibits and programs that encourage young children to become effective learners through play. As part of our commitment to ensuring that every child has access to the best learning experiences possible, we extend our footprint throughout the Chicagoland area through outreach programs, traveling exhibits, and partnering with educators to inspire meaningful change in the education of young children.

The Pop-Up Museum Facilitator is responsible for providing an engaging and educational experience for all visitors of the Pop-Up Museum. The Facilitator supports a safe and fun environment through core operational duties, including engaging young learners through developmentally appropriate practices to enhance their experience, assisting with opening and closing of the Pop-Up Museum, managing the cleanliness of the exhibits and assisting patrons with any questions or issues as they arise.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Ensure a positive visitor experience by supporting the learning and creativity of museum patrons
• Encourage patron participation in exhibits through age-appropriate interactions
• Set and reset exhibit areas throughout the Pop-Up Museum’s operational hours
• Facilitate programming, including activities and lesson plans, as directed
• Monitor and safeguard young patrons, ensuring that children are with their caregiver as they enter and exit the Museum
• Assist with answering patrons’ questions or resolving issues and needs
• Conduct sanitation tasks to ensure cleanliness of Pop-Up Museum exhibits
• Attend Museum trainings and meetings, as needed
• Conduct sanitation tasks to ensure cleanliness of Pop-Up Museum exhibits
• Support team members with a positive and collaborative attitude
• Assist with the facilitation of other education programs, as needed
• Perform other duties, as assigned

The successful candidate will possess the following:
• Be at least 18 years of age and able to work with little supervision
• 1-2 years child development/early childhood education
• 1-2 years’ experience working with or supporting the educational learning of young children
• Previous experience in a museum or customer-facing role, preferred
• Friendly demeanor and positive attitude
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate in Spanish both verbally and in writing, preferred
• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record
• Must have flexibility with work schedule, as necessary, to support weekend scheduling and/or evening activities

JOB DETAILS
• This is a temporary position, beginning May 2021 and extends through August 2021

HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates can submit an online application at: www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/jobs. You can also submit your resume or a letter of interest to jobs@kcmgc.org.

For more information about the position or the Museum, please visit www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org.

Kohl Children’s Museum is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.