Communications associate Jobs in Thornton, CO

Job Details

Job Location

Denver Art Museum - Denver, CO

Position Type

Full Time

Salary Range

21.00 - $27.00 Hourly

Job Posting Date(s)

Start Date

06 / 17 / 2025

End Date

07 / 01 / 2025

Description

Development Communications Associate, Full-Time (non-exempt)

POSITION PURPOSE :

Supports the Development Department by coordinating Patron Communications and Young Professional Fundraising activities. Communications include but are not limited to email newsletters, annual printed newsletter, website updates, renewal letters and invoices for patron groups including The Museum Associates, Collectors' Groups, other individuals, and institutional giving groups. The fundraising oversight of the role includes the CultureHaus membership level and the fundraising Ball, which are entry-points to the museum for Young Professionals.

The ideal candidate is a self-starting storyteller with professional / business writing skills and impeccable attention to editing detail.

This position reports to the Director of Development.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Patron Communications

• Oversee patron stewardship communications including email newsletters of museum activities and events for individual and corporate supporters, Development webpage and FlickR site, and the annual Beyond the Walls patron newsletter.
• Manage a communications calendar that is shared and coordinated with the full Development team.
• Support communications related to renewed support such as renewal requests, invoices, and fulfillment materials.
• Reply to direct donor communications as needed.
• Attend meetings with the Marketing and Communications department to coordinate on broader institutional strategies.
• Manage credit line placement and approvals in museum-wide communications.

Young Professional Fundraising :

Engagement of Young Professionals is a critical focus of the Development department to build a pipeline for future support. This position will oversee young professional involvement across Development programs.

Related to above duties :

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, Skills, etc.) :

WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES :

Position type : This position will be covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement with AFSCME-CWU .

Pay : The hiring range for the position is $21.00 - $27.00 based on experience. A $0.50 language differential is available for hours worked for candidates who have Spanish speaking proficiency.

Benefits : A comprehensive medical / dental / vision plan, that can be extended to domestic partner, spouse, and children. DAM 100% paid Life Insurance, and Short / Long Term Disability. Generous sick and vacation paid time off and one personal day. Ten paid holidays. 403(b) Retirement Plan with immediate eligibility to contribute and those who meet the requirements after one year will qualify for the 3% non-elective contribution and 2% match program. A free RTD Eco Pass. Free Telehealth and Employee Assistance Program. Access to Headspace. Two weeks Paid Parental Leave. A free DAM Family Membership and perks. This position is based at the Denver Art Museum, which only has a pay to park option.

NOTE : The DAM prioritizes adaptability and a human-centered work environment. We are happy to consider accommodations to the position. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. We believe in cultivating an environment where there is diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.

We know that searching for a job can be stressful so we would like to give you an overview of the process to manage expectations. This role may require a phone screen, interviews with hiring manager and or panel that will be held in-person at the DAM. This position will close 7 / 2 / 25 . Our desire is to hire a candidate as soon as possible.

DENVER ART MUSEUM :

As an institution, we believe the Denver Art Museum is both a platform for and an amplifier of the voices of people of all races. We acknowledge that Black lives matter and communities of color - Latinx, Indigenous, Black, and others - have been underrepresented in art museums over decades, both internally and externally. We are committed to elevating all voices, artworks and perspectives and strive to support racial equity inside and out.

We prohibit discrimination against any person or organization based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as well as any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

We strive to provide a professional and positive work environment for our employees. The Museum expressly prohibits any form of employee harassment on the basis of age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, disability or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law. Actions based on these or any legally protected characteristic will not be tolerated.

We encourage the freedom of gender expression and / or gender presentation. As an institution, we do not create barriers that may prevent any employee from expressing behaviors, mannerisms, interests, and appearances that represent their authentic personality or culture. Qualified candidates are expected to exemplify the DAM's internal values, which include being dynamic, respectful, inclusive, creative, and curious. The ability to maintain effective and positive working relationships with visitors, employees, volunteers, representatives of public and private entities, policy making bodies, and contractors is critical to the success of this position.