CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF SONOMA COUNTY
DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENT

 
 

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OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION

THIS ROLE IS HYBRID. THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL WORK A COMBINATION OF ON-SITE IN THE SANTA ROSA OFFICE AND REMOTELY.

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Children’s Museum of Sonoma County (CMOSC) seeks a Director of Advancement (DOA) who is an organized, results-driven, confident team player, to plan and coordinate all aspects of development in partnership with the CEO, Board of Directors, and CMOSC’s Leadership Team. The DOA will provide leadership on all fundraising, including capital campaign planning (closing initiatives); cultivating and soliciting major gifts; planned giving; corporate event sponsorships; grant writing; membership recruitment and stewardship; and special events. The DOA collaborates with the Deputy Director on marketing and communications. 

SALARY/BENEFITS

  • Salary range: $120,000 - $140,000

  • Benefits include:

    • Vacation: Regular full-time employees accrue 10 days a year.

    • Sick Days: Regular full-time employees accrue 10 days a year.

    • Paid Holidays

    • Medical/Dental

    • 401(k)

    • Museum Membership

    • Hybrid work environment

LOCATION

  • Santa Rosa, CA

  • Hybrid

YOU ARE

  • A strategic development leader with experience guiding organizations through significant milestones—including capital campaigns, major donor initiatives, and community-centered fundraising efforts that support long-term growth.

  • A relationship-driven fundraiser who creates authentic, meaningful connections with donors, deepens individual giving, and naturally brings warmth, empathy, and presence to every interaction.

  • A process-oriented and collaborative partner who strengthens systems, works seamlessly with cross-functional teams, and provides supportive leadership to staff, board members, and volunteer committees.

  • A mission-aligned ambassador who thrives in the community, representing the organization with enthusiasm while advancing opportunities in planned giving, major gifts, and donor stewardship as the organization evolves.

EQUITY STATEMENT
The Children's Museum of Sonoma County is committed to fostering a diverse workforce, and maintaining a workplace that is equitable, inclusive, and safe for all employees. From recruiting practices, to pay and benefits, promotions, and all other aspects of employment with us, an environment of equity is of the utmost importance.

TO APPLY
For more information, or to apply for the Director of Advancement position, please upload your resume and cover letter here. All applications will be kept confidential, and every applicant will receive a response.