About the Opportunity
Are you an independent, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and partners? Do you want to inspire real, meaningful change within the Bay via the world of performing arts? Join Opera San José’s Development team, where you will play a vital role in ensuring that Opera San José raises over $3 million annually.
About the Organization
Now entering its 41st season, Opera San José is one of the leading cultural institutions in Silicon Valley. It is distinctive in maintaining a Resident Company of artists, with onsite Scenic and Costume shops, two apartment complexes for artist housing, and a local scenic warehouse. With a $5.5M budget, Opera San José’s mission and commitment is to incubate talent and innovation across the field.
Position Overview
The Development Operations & Annual Giving Manager provides critical tactical and strategic support to the entire development team, primarily focusing on gift and data management operations, reporting, donor stewardship and interdepartmental communications. You will provide specific support to the Director of Development while maintaining the development communications calendar in collaboration with our OSJ’s marketing team. This position creates annual giving strategy that integrates into OSJ’s development goals and crafts stewardship plans to retain donors. You will serve as a critical partner on the events team, assisting with invitations, registration, on-site execution, and reporting. Ultimately, this position plays a vital role in nearly every facet of the team, providing the unique ability to create incredible impact across the organization.
Team Overview
While reporting to and partnering closely with the DoD, you will also collaborate closely with the Major Gifts Officer to inspire success. You will join a passionate, experienced team driving incredible results with tangible impact. Together, this team inspires more than $3 million in annual contributed income from thousands of individual and institutional partners. Celebrating dual passions for the performing arts and an exceptional experience for OSJ constituents, this team elevates the OSJ brand by empowering philanthropic investment from community partners, thereby ensuring transformational impact for and by Silicon Valley.
Key Responsibilities
Annual Fund campaign management, stewardship & strategy: -50%
Manage Data Tracking and Reporting -30%
Events- 10%
Prospect Research- 10%
Preferred Experience & Skills
Compensation
Opera San José offers competitive wages for its industry and location. This position is classified as full-time exempt with a salary range of $75,000 to $85,000, depending on expertise and experience. This position is eligible for company benefits, including 15 days of vacation, generous sick and holiday time, 403b savings with a 3% match, employer-sponsored health plans with a shared premium, and pre-tax flexible spending accounts. Professional development opportunities are available and encouraged for all employees. Benefits may change from time to time as Management determines
Work Location & Schedule
This position has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule with work being done both remotely and on-site at Opera San José's offices at 2149 Paragon Drive, San Jose, CA, and on performance days, at the California Theatre Box Office at 345 S 1st Street, San Jose CA. Regular business hours are Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm with evening and weekend work during seasonal high-volume periods. There are 24 performances annually, which are evenings or weekend matinees. Travel around the Bay Area for additional donor events will also be expected. The ideal candidate for this role must live or be willing to live in the San Jose/Bay Area.
Company Culture
Opera San José, in desiring a more equitable world, is committed to fostering equity in our art form. Opera in the twenty-first century can and should demonstrate today’s values of equity and inclusion. We believe in building, fostering and sustaining a company that reflects, celebrates and serves the diverse communities of the Bay Area. Opera San José cultivates a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork and respect among all employees. We are firmly committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds may grow personally and professionally.
Opera San José is an equal opportunity employer. It is our strong belief that equal opportunity for all employees is central to the continuing success of our organization. We will not discriminate against an employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, gender, national origin, ethnicity, age, physical disabilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or veteran status in hiring, promoting, training, benefits, recommendations, rate of pay or other forms of compensation. Opportunity is provided to all employees based on qualifications and job requirements.
To Apply:
Please visit https://www.operasj.org/about-us/careers and submit your cover letter and resume. If you have questions about the position feel free to email careers@operasj.org.
About the Opportunity
Are you an independent, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and partners? Do you want to inspire real, meaningful change within the Bay via the world of performing arts…
Please visit https://www.operasj.org/about-us/careers and submit your cover letter and resume. If you have questions about the position feel free to email careers@operasj.org.
Please visit https://www.operasj.org/about-us/careers and submit your cover letter and resume. If you have questions about the position feel free to email careers@operasj.org.