The Wisconsin State Fair Park Foundation (WSFPF) is seeking qualified candidates for an Executive Director position. Preferred candidates will have demonstrated organizational, strategic thinking and leadership skills, as well as a commitment to the Wisconsin State Fair Park Foundation mission. This position is a part-time, contract position. Candidates must be able to commit 20 to 30 hours per week to the position and have no conflicts of interest in other professional activities. The Foundation seeks self-starters with strong communications, organizational and relationship management skills to work collaboratively with the Foundation Board to build awareness and funding for the Foundation and its supported programs.
Qualified candidates will exhibit excellent fund-raising, event coordination, marketing and relationship management skills. A demonstrated knowledge of the non-profit sector and minimum three years of experience in fund development, marketing or a closely related field desired. This position requires a hands-on approach and candidates must be willing to assume a wide variety of responsibilities from board management to fund development to marketing to administrative. Understanding of the Foundation Mission and Fair community a plus. Excellent computer, written and verbal communication skills a must. An understanding of basic accounting principles desired. Candidates must be self-starters with a strong work ethic. Bachelor’s degree preferred but not necessary. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume via e-mail only to Christine Spella at cspella@gmail.com. Address all correspondence to Search Committee, Wisconsin State Fair Park Foundation, 640 S. 84th Street, West Allis, WI 53214.
