Development & Outreach Coordinator

Portage County Historical Society | Stevens Point / Plover, Wisconsin

Full-Time | 40 hours/week

Starting at $37,000 annually (higher based on experience)

Benefits include flexible paid time off + quarterly healthcare bonus

Do you love storytelling, community engagement, fundraising, and helping mission-driven organizations grow?

The Portage County Historical Society is seeking a creative, organized, and energetic Development & Outreach Coordinator to help expand fundraising, strengthen donor relationships, grow public awareness, and deepen community engagement.

This newly created full-time position is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of one of central Wisconsin’s most dynamic cultural nonprofits.

About Us

The Portage County Historical Society shares the stories of Portage County through education and preservation.

From Heritage Park’s historic village and the Rising Star Mill in Nelsonville to exhibits, school programs, concerts, tours, and special events, PCHS connects thousands of people each year with local history in meaningful and engaging ways.

We are a growing organization that has transformed significantly in recent years, expanding our reach, programs, fundraising, and preservation impact - and we’re just getting started.

About the Role

This position plays a key role in helping PCHS grow its fundraising and public engagement efforts.

The Development & Outreach Coordinator will take the lead on many of the day-to-day communications, fundraising, and outreach efforts that help the organization thrive.

This includes:

Managing social media and digital communications
Creating email newsletters and fundraising campaigns
Supporting donor stewardship and membership efforts
Coordinating sponsorship fulfillment and outreach
Helping promote events, programs, exhibits, and special initiatives
Managing website updates and community event listings
Assisting with donor and grant prospect research
Supporting ticketing, event communications, and engagement efforts
Representing PCHS in the community as an organizational ambassador

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys both creative communications work and relationship-building in a fast-paced nonprofit environment.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is:

A strong communicator and storyteller
Organized and detail-oriented
Comfortable juggling multiple projects at once
Self-motivated and collaborative
Excited about fundraising, outreach, and community engagement
Proficient using social media, email marketing, and digital communication tools
Passionate about mission-driven work

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience
Strong writing and communication skills, not reliant on AI
Experience with communications, marketing, fundraising, nonprofit work, or community engagement
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred:

Experience with donor databases or CRM systems (Bloomerang a plus)
Event promotion or fundraising experience
Grant writing or prospect research experience
Interest in history, museums, education, or cultural organizations

Schedule & Work Expectations

This is a full-time, primarily in-person position based in Portage County, Wisconsin.

Some evening and weekend hours will be required for events, programs, and outreach activities.

To Apply

Please submit:

Cover letter
Resume
Three professional references
Optional writing or communications samples

Applications should be sent to Executive Director John Harry at jharry@pchswi.org

Priority consideration date: June 30, 2026

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