Development Coordinator

ABOUT JOSEPHINE SCULPTURE PARK

Founded in 2009 by artist and educator Melanie Van Houten, Josephine Sculpture Park (JSP) features nearly 80 sculptures and installations within a landscape that celebrates art, nature, and community. Situated on 40 acres of rewilded farmland in Frankfort, Kentucky, the Park exhibits a permanent collection, a rotating exhibition and a robust artist residency program as well as hosts a multitude of educational programs across artforms.

JSP’s mission is to connect people to each other and the land through the arts. We envision a Kentucky where everyone has access to creative, outdoor experiences that inspire curiosity, stewardship, and belonging. Our staff, board, and volunteers are committed to advancing social justice, cultural equity, and responsible land stewardship.

At Josephine Sculpture Park, we’re a small but mighty team built on collaboration, creativity, and care. We often wear many hats, stepping in to support one another wherever needed, beyond the four corners of our job descriptions. Each day looks a little different—whether we’re welcoming visitors, setting up for an event, or working with artists under open skies. Our work thrives outdoors, surrounded by art and nature, so a genuine appreciation for both is at the heart of what we do.

If you find joy in teamwork, adaptability, and getting your hands a little dirty in service of something meaningful, you’ll feel right at home here.

The Development Coordinator plays a vital role in sustaining and expanding JSP’s philanthropic impact. Reporting to the Director of Engagement, this position manages donor data systems and processes, oversees CRM (Bloomerang) integrity, supports donor engagement and stewardship activities, coordinates membership benefits and renewals, and assists with the coordination of events, sponsor ships, and committee meetings. This role also provides secondary administrative, board and programmatic support, ensuring smooth operations across fundraising, communications, and executive functions.

The position will serve as a key liaison between development, administration, and leadership teams, maintaining organized systems that enable JSP to fulfill its mission with excellence and integrity. Some programmatic support is expected, which could include golf cart reservations, supporting field trips on occasion, and working events.

Focus:
Development & Database – 75%, Administrative, Board & Programmatic Support – 25%

• CRM & Data Management: Maintain, update, and analyze donor and prospect data in Bloomerang. Ensure accurate gift entry, coding, and acknowledgment tracking. Generate regular reports and dashboards for leadership and the Development Committee.
• Gift Processing & Acknowledgment: Manage all aspects of gift entry, deposit preparation and tracking, donor thank-you letters, and stewardship touchpoints. Uphold best practices in donor recognition and confidentiality.
• Donor Engagement & Events: Support the Director of Engagement in executing donor stewardship plans, including correspondence, small gatherings, and major events such as Joy Full and Barn Raisin’. Represent JSP at community and industry events to build relationships and strengthen visibility.
• Development Committee Support: Assist with meeting preparation, including materials, minutes, and follow-up tasks. Track donor pipelines, goals, and outcomes in coordination with the Director of Engagement.
• Fundraising Campaigns: Provide operational support for annual appeals, membership renewals, sponsorship outreach, and digital campaigns. Assist with content collection, mailings, donor segmentation, and campaign performance analysis.
• Sponsor ships & Partnerships: Support stewardship and recognition processes for sponsors, grant funders, and in-kind partners, ensuring deliverables are met and well-documented.
• Reporting & Analysis: Generate reports for leadership and board use, including giving summaries, campaign performance, and retention metrics.

• Board & Committee Support: Assist with meeting…