Executive Director & Chief Philanthropy Officer Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

Executive Director & Chief Philanthropy Officer

Salary
$95,000.00

• $110,000.00 Annually
  Location Charleston County, SC
  Job Type
  Temporary Grant
• Full-Time
  Job Number
  177338
  Agency
  Patriots Point Development Authority
  Opening Date
  06/20/2025
  Closing Date
  8/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

All applicants must apply online.

Class Code:

uz01

Position Number:

TBD

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday (8:30
• 5:00)
  Pay Grade
  Unclassified
  Hiring Range
• Min.
  $95,000.00
  Hiring Range
• Max.

$110,000.00
Opening Date
06/20/2025
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

DESCRIPTION

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The USS Yorktown Foundation is the designated nonprofit organization supporting Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, a state agency. Our mission is to inspire children, visitors, the community, and the world by promoting America’s proud long-standing traditions of service, leadership, duty, and sacrifice through education, exhibits, programming, and community outreach.
The Executive Director & Chief Philanthropy Officer (ED/CPO) is the Foundation’s top executive leader, responsible for shaping and executing the organization’s strategic direction and overseeing all aspects of philanthropy, development, operations, and community engagement. Reporting to the Foundation’s Board of Directors and Executive Director of Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum, this individual will lead a high-performing team in driving sustainable financial growth, developing impactful donor relationships, and advancing the Foundation’s visibility, mission, and reach. The ED/CPO must be a visionary and entrepreneurial leader with demonstrated experience in major gift fundraising, nonprofit management, cross-sector partnerships, and team leadership. This position will guide strategy while fostering a dynamic and donor-centric culture of innovation.
Strategic Leadership & Organizational Development

• Develop and implement the Foundation’s long-term strategic plan in collaboration with the Board of Directors and Museum leadership.
• Provide visionary leadership and stewardship for capital campaign initiatives that align with the Foundation’s mission and the museum’s future growth.
• Oversee operational and financial strategies to ensure long-term sustainability and mission alignment.
• Serve as a key thought partner to the Board and stakeholders, offering strategic insight on all philanthropic and organizational matters.
• Monitor trends in philanthropy and nonprofit innovation, evolving strategies accordingly.
  Fundraising Strategy & Execution
• Lead all development initiatives, including major and planned gifts, capital campaigns, corporate partnerships, grants, and annual giving.
• Spearhead the design, planning, and execution of a comprehensive fundraising capital campaign to support the museum’s master plan, including feasibility studies, campaign case development, donor solicitation strategies, and campaign leadership.
• Oversee fundraising events such as Holes Fore Heroes and campaigns aligned with mission impact and revenue goals.
• Drive donor acquisition, retention, and stewardship strategies across all levels of giving.
• Design and implement compelling donor campaigns featuring strong messaging, impact storytelling, and data-driven insights.
  Donor Relations & Community Engagement
• Serve as the Foundation’s primary ambassador at community, civic, and donor events.
• Cultivate meaningful relationships with individual donors, foundations, corporate partners, and legacy supporters.
• Build alliances with regional and national philanthropic partners to expand visibility and support.
• Implement recognition and stewardship programs tailored to donor preferences and levels.
  Team & Board Leadership
• Position acts as liaison between the Foundation Board and Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum, and reports to the Foundation Board of Directors and Patriots Point Executive Director.
• Directly supervise the Director of Membership, aligning goals with strategic priorities and KPIs.
• Oversee staff recruitment and development to ensure a cohesive and high-performing team.
• Support fundraising committees, board development, and engagement, ensuring volunteer leadership is strategically aligned and activated.
• Collaborate with cross-functional Museum staff to ensure integrated planning and mission-forward programming.
  Operational Oversight
• Oversee budget creation and financial planning in partnership with the Board and Finance Committee.
• Ensure legal compliance and risk mitigation across fundraising and operational activities.
• Establish systems for CRM, performance monitoring, and donor data tracking to support transparency and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to align messaging and public-facing campaigns with fundraising goals.
  Minimum and Additional Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree in nonprofit management, public administration, philanthropy, or related field preferred.
• 7•10 years of progressive leadership in nonprofit fundraising and organizational management.

• Proven experience leading large-scale capital campaigns, including campaign planning, execution, and successful goal attainment.
• Skilled in conducting feasibility studies, case development, and managing multi-million-dollar fundraising initiatives.
• Demonstrated success in major gifts, planned giving, corporate sponsorship, and campaign development.
• Strong strategic thinking, financial acumen, and the ability to lead through influence and collaboration.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and storytelling skills to inspire stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to lead teams and boards in mission-driven environments.
• Experience working within a museum, cultural institution, or similar environment preferred.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application will be required to bring a copy of college transcript to the interview. A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant. Please note that some areas of the Agency may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.
Additional Comments
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
Employer
State of South Carolina
Agency
Patriots Point Development Authority
Address
40 Patriots Point Road
Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, 29464
Phone
843-881-5996
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