Development and Communications Manager

The United States Capitol Historical Society (USCHS) is searching for an energetic, creative, and experienced candidate to assist in fundraising for and communicating about the work of the Society. The successful applicant will serve on the development and communications teams, and report to the Director of Development. The Development and Communications Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the financial security of the Society and both driving and delivering its messaging.

Duties include managing the Society’s individual membership program, including donor relations, online giving, benefit fulfillment, and customer service operations. Development responsibilities also include overseeing the Society’s donor database and supervising data entry and management. Communications responsibilities primarily include management of the Society’s website, CapitolHistory.org, publication of the weekly newsletter, management of email marketing campaigns, and development of promotional materials to share the story of the Society’s work.

Necessary Qualifications:

• Thorough attention to detail
• Experience using – or the clear ability to learn to use – the customer relationship management system DonorPerfect, including its features, capabilities, and customization options
• Strong understanding of fundraising, donor relations, and customer service principles • Experience using email marketing systems such as Constant Contact
• Experience working in website design and management using platforms such as Wordpress or Elementor
• Understanding of digital marketing principles
• Excellent written and oral communication and collaboration skills
• Minimum of 2 years in development/communication work experience

The ideal candidate understands something about how congress works and is interested in Capitol and congressional history. Flexibility and a collegial demeanor are appreciated.