ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

Using theater to disrupt injustice, model equity, and create community, Mixed Blood Theatre has invited the global village into its audience and onto its stage for its unique brand of challenging, inclusive, and predictably unpredictable theatre since 1976. Winner of numerous awards for its human rights and artistic accomplishments, Mixed Blood pays positive attention to differences and champions’ access. Located in the Cedar Riverside neighborhood of Minneapolis since its inception, Mixed Blood aspires to be a point of assembly for residents and organizations of the most diverse zip code between Chicago and the West Coast.

The organization has recently arrived at a momentous time in its history, as it announced that Mark Valdez will assume executive and creative leadership as the Artistic Director in June 2022. He will follow Jack Reuler, who is the Founder & Artistic Director and will hand-off the leadership reigns after 46 seasons of service.

ORGANIZATION MISSION

Using theatre to disrupt injustices, advance equity, and build community, Mixed Blood inspires the global village to create ripple effects of social change.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Development Associate (DA) will report to, and partner closely with, the organization’s Development Director. The Development Associate will aid the Development Director in constructing and monitoring the overall development pipeline, which supports attainment of annual and strategic fundraising goals. A main area of accountability for the Development Associate will center on designing, executing, and evaluating a tiered approach to optimizing individual donor and member contributions. The work will be executed in collaboration with the Development Director, with material input and guidance from the Artistic Director and Managing Director.

The ability to communicate in a clear, compelling, and timely manner is central to this role. Additionally, the breadth of communications that the Development Associate will oversee will also require the ability to partner with contract grant writers and marketing firm personnel. Partnering with external resource support will require the Development Associate to outline a clear scope of work, messaging priorities, and timelines that align with overarching direction provided by the Development Director. The Development Associate will also have some responsibilities for conducting grant prospecting, proposal construction, and grant evaluation. This role will help increase the overall development capacity within the organization.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES

Development

• Partner with Development Director on overall fundraising priorities that support strategic and annual goals
• Assess individual donor and membership data and establish profile segments that guide outreach tactics
• Design an annual donor and member outreach calendar and incorporate input from Development Director
• Develop and run reports that reflect donor and member giving over weekly, monthly, and quarterly cycles
• Implement and adhere to processes that help ensure donor and member information accuracy within systems
• Maintain overall development pipeline tracker in alignment with guidance from Development Director

Communications

• Summarize key insights related to donor and member groups, review with Development Director for refinement
• Ensure staff and external partners with roles for communication understand donor and member group profiles
• Lead development of donor and member funding solicitations and incorporate edits from Development Director
• Conduct interviews with select donors and members and share with core partners for use in communications
• Craft and send donor and member thank you letters via direct mail or email as guided by Development Director
• Coordinate process that results in creation of annual and quarterly performance report in partnership with staff

Operations

• Enter and maintain data of individual donors, members, and partners within Salesforce
• Coordinate year-round staff support in personalizing key donor and member letters as appropriate
• Assist with key donor, foundation, and corporate funder identification as directed by Development Director
• Organize and execute donor and member engagement events in partnership with year-round staff members
• Construct tracker and maintain visibility to existing and prospective donor meetings that occur among staff
• Ensure all development supplies like stationery, envelopes, thank you cards, etc. are always available for team

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• A core belief in and practice of the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion
• of 2 years of project management, event coordination, and data entry experience
• of 2 years of professional writing experience across various communication platforms
• Proficient at learning and utilizing Customer Relationship Management software like Salesforce
• Ability to follow strategic direction and determine tactical steps that support goal attainment
• Self-motivated, collaborative, organized, able to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent overall written and verbal communication skills

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Mixed Blood Theatre is committed to advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. MBT does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, veterans, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. Successful candidates will commit to an equitable and inclusive workplace, including but not limited to racial equity, accessibility for individuals with disabilities, use of gender inclusive language, and cultural sensitivity.

 HOW TO APPLY

Please introduce yourself and share your resume with us at jobs@mixedblood.com.

This posting will be open until filled.

About the Job

Position Overview

Home to the arts, social science, humanities, and communications disciplines and programs, the College of Liberal Arts comprises 31 academic departments, and over 20 interdisciplinary research centers and administrative/support units. CLA has over 1300 faculty and staff implementing our mission. The College of Liberal Arts is located across 31 buildings of the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, primarily on the east and west banks of the Minneapolis campus. CLA enrolls nearly 13,000 undergraduate students, over 40% of the undergraduate enrollment on the Twin Cities campus, about 1,500 graduate students, and has an annual all-funds budget of approximately $290 million.

The Chief Financial Officer works closely with the dean, associate deans, and collegiate directors to develop financial strategies for realizing the college’s academic priorities and advancing the goals of the CLA Roadmap. Those goals include a relentless pursuit of research and creative excellence; ensuring that our undergraduate and graduate students are career-ready; infusing diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the work and operations of the college; and deepening a culture and practice of engagement with constituencies and partners off-campus. The CFO also monitors CLA’s alignment with and promotion of the goals of MPact 2025, the systemwide strategic plan, particularly goals related to fiscal management.

The CFO leads the development, implementation, and assessment of the college’s short- and long-term financial strategies; leads, oversees, and coordinates collegiate fiscal administration, budget planning, payroll, institutional research, curricular financial planning and management; and serves as a resource to the dean, associate deans, department chairs, and unit administrators. The CFO reports directly to the dean and serves as a member of the dean’s cabinet. As a member of the dean’s cabinet, the CFO leads the financial operations of the college and also works collaboratively with the associate deans and collegiate directors to provide insight and innovation in curriculum management, human resources, development, external relations, and outreach. This leadership is provided in collaboration with an extraordinary team of creative staff who have helped develop and maintain extremely effective data management and financial systems. The CFO is the Resource Responsibility Center Manager for the college and represents the college to central administration and other University units on budgetary and fiscal matters. As an administrative officer of the University’s largest college, the CFO often plays a broad leadership role on University-wide committees. The CFO also represents the college in the Liberal Arts and Sciences Chief Administrative and Financial Officers group in the Big Ten Academic Alliance.

The College of Liberal Arts is a destination for curious, compassionate individuals who are committed to making our increasingly interdependent and diverse global community work for everyone. That foundational commitment begins in our CLA Constitution. CLA is committed to increasing enrollment of underrepresented and under-resourced students, diversifying our faculty across all disciplines, recruiting, and retaining a diverse staff, and promoting the expression and exploration of diverse perspectives and viewpoints—so that we all gain the background knowledge and analytical skills we need to understand and respect differences.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in CLA

Working in CLA

The Benefits of Working at the U

The University of Minnesota supports Work. With Flexibility. Starting salary range: $150,000-$185,000/annual.

Job Responsibilities

Strategy 

• Lead the development, implementation, and assessment of the college’s short- and long-term financial strategies; analyze, interpret, and communicate information pertaining to the financial performance of the college; make recommendations concerning the strategic allocation of resources, business processes, and policies; develop strategies to improve financial performance and efficiency; identify trends and changes in resources and expenditures that may require action.
• Research revenue opportunities and economic trends, conduct financial modeling and assessments, and provide creative and proactive financial guidance and advice to senior leadership.
• Work closely with the leadership of CLA Human Resources to align fiscal and HR strategies and to ensure aligned use of resources.
• Identify and develop solutions for complex and systemic problems.

Financial Administration 

• Work with the Dean and other collegiate leaders on the collegiate budget and planning process, including preparation of the annual budget, the allocation of resources to CLA units, and the development of CLA strategy and options in the annual campus Compact process. Align resource allocation with the financial strategy, college and University values and priorities, and operating objectives and processes.
• Direct the management of financial operations of the college. Support decision-making by providing the data and analyses needed to ensure the effective use of collegiate resources (money; space, facilities, and equipment; faculty and staff time).
• Supervise collegiate staff responsible for the various areas within the fiscal administration unit.  Work closely with the Assistant Directors in Fiscal Administration to oversee both the budget reporting and analysis work of the unit as well as the financial services work, including management of the CLA Financial Service Teams.
• Develop and implement sound financial management policies and procedures that support day-to-day operations. Maintain effective accounting practices and procedures and the necessary personnel and systems to provide appropriate accountability and timely reporting of financial data, including data, information, and service needed in pre-grant and post-grant processes.
• Assist collegiate units as needed in their financial planning and management. Develop unit-level relationships.
• Deliver proactive education, development, consultation, and service to department chairs and directors concerning best practices regarding budget management and planning, use of endowment funds, productive use of departmental balances, and related topics.
• Lead annual evaluation and continuous improvement of CLA financial operations and performance.

CLA Insight and Innovation

• Model college values and engage in transparent, collaborative stewardship and communication across the college.
• Foster a workplace environment where unit leadership and employees are motivated to advance the goals of the unit, respond creatively to change, and maintain sound business practices.
• Play a broad leadership role on University-wide committees and task forces. Maintain open and frequent contact with many central administrative offices including but not limited to the Office of Budget & Finance, Controller’s Office, etc.
• Collaborate with the Senior Director of Operations and others to implement and oversee a comprehensive model for the creation, reporting, and use of administrative data for planning, decision making, and daily operations in the college.
• Oversee the college’s space and facilities to enable CLA’s mission delivery. Assess current space and facilities and develop plans to address anticipated needs.
• Create business and financial skills development and growth opportunities across academic and administrative unit leaders.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 12 years of progressively responsible fiscal and management experience, including leading an organization in the development and implementation of its financial strategies and overseeing an organization’s fiscal administration and budget
• Five years of supervisory experience
• Demonstrated ability to formulate and implement financial strategies to meet institutional priorities
• Excellent computer skills including experience working within electronic financial systems
• Demonstrated experience as an innovator in financial strategies, management, and planning.
• Experience working with diverse populations and in a large or complex organization
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent collaboration, supervision, management and conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrated ability to use sound judgment and initiative
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the principles and practice of diversity, equity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree
• Strong financial background and experience at the University of Minnesota, or related work in education, corporate sector, healthcare, or non-profit organization.
• Understanding and supporting the value of liberal arts research, education, and engagement
• Project management experience
• Experience navigating the financial landscape in higher education
• Experience with curricular financial planning and management
• Proficiency in working with diverse revenue sources including gifts and grants, endowments, federally-sponsored funding, private foundations, corporations, and individual donors
• Demonstrated experience leading a unit to meet goals while continuing to promote and maintain a motivating work environment

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you’ll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning.  We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Scholarship
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position, click the link: https://jobsearch.cla.umn.edu/348479, then please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your “My Job Applications” page and uploading documents in the “My Cover Letters and Attachments” section.

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must submit the following materials:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

Priority review of applications will begin the week of July 5, 2022. The position will remain open until filled.