Job Opportunities

The Brooklyn Historical Society, located in Brooklyn Heights, NY, is a museum, library and education center dedicated to encouraging the exploration and appreciation of Brooklyn's rich heritage. BHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, offering excellent working conditions in a collaborative environment.

Director of Development

The Brooklyn Historical Society seeks a dynamic, entrepreneurial Director of Development.  This senior management position reports directly to BHS’ President and works closely with an active and engaged Board of Trustees to lead all fundraising and marketing efforts. The Director of Development will be responsible for implementing a comprehensive development plan, which includes annual giving, major donors, membership, foundation and corporate giving, special events, and government funding.  The Director of Development will be responsible for meeting the income requirements of BHS’ $2.8 million operating budget.

The successful candidate must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and have the ability to effectively engage donors, trustees, press, and community stakeholders in supporting BHS’ mission. The candidate supervises a staff of two, and consultants in government relations, special events, and grant writing; and works closely with education, exhibition and collections staff to develop initiatives that fulfill BHS’ mission and generate support for its programs.  

The qualified professional will be a team builder, have a proven track record raising funds, managing multiple projects, and a love for the challenges associated with a small institution with large ambitions. Master’s degree preferred, and a minimum of 5 years of responsible non-profit development experience are required, preferably in a museum, library or cultural institution.

The mission of the Brooklyn Historical Society (BHS) is to connect the past to the present and make the vibrant history of Brooklyn tangible, relevant, and meaningful for today’s diverse communities, and for generations to come.  Founded in 1863, BHS is a nationally recognized urban history center, comprised of a museum; scholarly research library; and educational center dedicated to preserving and encouraging the study of Brooklyn's extraordinary 400-year history. 

Salary range $85,000-$100,000 depending upon experience. Includes full health benefits and paid vacation.
Applications will be reviewed immediately.  Please send a cover letter, resume and one page writing sample to: Janice Monger, Assistant to the President, Brooklyn Historical Society, 128 Pierrepont Street, Brooklyn, NY  11201.

The Brooklyn Historical Society is dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, the presence of any mental, physical, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.

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