Site Development Manager | Beaumont, TX

Reports To: Executive Director
Classification: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary Range: $45,760 - $48,000 annually ($25.50 – $26.37/hour equivalent)
Location: Beaumont Heritage Society Properties, Beaumont, Texas

The Site Development Manager is responsible for managing fundraising, grants, sponsor ships, donor relations, and historic site operations for the Beaumont Heritage Society. This position plays a critical role in securing financial resources that support the Society’s mission while ensuring the effective operation and stewardship of the organization’s historic properties.

The Site Development Manager develops and implements fundraising strategies, cultivates donor and sponsor relationships, coordinates fundraising events and campaigns, and oversees day-to-day operational needs of the John Jay French Museum. The position serves as a key ambassador for the organization and works closely with staff, volunteers, community partners, and the Board of Directors to strengthen community engagement and financial sustainability.

The Beaumont Heritage Society is dedicated to educating and engaging the community through the preservation of Beaumont’s history and heritage for a better future together. Through historic house museums, educational programs, preservation initiatives, and community partnerships, the Society works to preserve and share the stories that define Beaumont’s past and inspire its future.

• Develop and implement annual fundraising plans with measurable revenue goals.
• Research, write, and manage grant applications, reports, and compliance requirements.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual, corporate, and foundation donors.
• Develop and manage sponsorship opportunities for programs, events, exhibits, and preservation projects.
• Coordinate annual giving campaigns, membership drives, and donor stewardship initiatives.
• Maintain and grow a portfolio of donors and prospective supporters.
• Prepare fundraising reports, revenue projections, and development metrics.
• Track fundraising performance and recommend strategies to improve results.
• Assist with long-range fundraising planning and revenue diversification.

• Build and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, foundations, and community stakeholders.
• Coordinate donor recognition and stewardship activities.
• Prepare donor correspondence, proposals, reports, and presentations.
• Manage donor records and ensure accurate data entry and reporting.
• Conduct donor visits and sponsorship meetings as appropriate.
• Support Board fundraising efforts and donor engagement activities.

• Oversee daily operational needs of assigned historic properties under the direction of the Executive Director.
• Coordinate maintenance needs and facility improvement projects.
• Manage site rentals, special events, educational programs, and public activities.
• Assist in preservation planning and implementation of site improvement initiatives.
• Ensure facilities are maintained in a safe, welcoming, and professional manner.
• Coordinate preservation-related fundraising projects and grant opportunities.

• Plan and execute fundraising events, public programs, and community engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate logistics, sponsorship fulfillment, volunteer participation, and event promotion.
• Represent the Society at civic, professional, tourism, preservation, and community events.
• Develop partnerships with businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, and community organizations.
• Promote heritage tourism and awareness of the Society’s historic properties and programs.

• Collaborate on fundraising and promotional materials.
• Assist with content development for social media, newsletters, websites, and donor communications.
• Support media relations, press releases, and community outreach efforts.
• Promote fundraising campaigns, preservation initiatives, and organizational programs.

• Supervise interns, volunteers, and part-time staff as assigned.
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