University Musical Society seeks VP and Chief Development Officer
The University Musical Society (UMS) in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is hiring a Vice President and Chief Development Officer. The role reports to the President and involves leading a comprehensive fundraising program including annual, major, planned, endowment, foundation, and corporate giving, as well as donor engagement. The VP/CDO will manage a portfolio of key donors, support the President and Board in fundraising, and work with the Nominating and Development Committees and the Campaign Council. Candidates need a bachelor's degree or equivalent and at least five years of nonprofit development experience. The target salary is $200,000. UMS, now in its 148th season, is an independent 501(c)(3) affiliated with the University of Michigan, with an endowment over $50M and an annual budget of about $11M. It presents 60-75 performances and over 100 free educational activities annually. UMS and the University of Michigan are exploring a new performing arts space on central campus. UMS approaches its 150th season in Fall 2028. Applications require a cover letter and résumé, submitted via the provided link. ZRG Aspen Leadership Group is assisting the search.
Key facts
- University Musical Society seeks Vice President and Chief Development Officer.
- Position reports to the President and leads comprehensive fundraising.
- Target salary is $200,000.
- UMS is in its 148th season, affiliated with University of Michigan.
- Endowment over $50M, annual budget ~$11M.
- Presents 60-75 performances and 100+ free educational activities annually.
- Exploring new performing arts space on Ann Arbor's central campus.
- 150th season begins Fall 2028.
Entities
Institutions
- University Musical Society
- University of Michigan
- ZRG Aspen Leadership Group
Locations
- Ann Arbor
- Michigan
- Southeast Michigan
- United States