The Organization

Mercury Chamber Orchestra is a dynamic, Houston-based chamber orchestra known for historically informed performances, innovative programming, and deep community engagement. Currently celebrating its 25th season, Mercury has achieved phenomenal growth over the last decade, presenting over 30 performances and reaching more than 30,000 audience members annually through distinctive concert series, community events, school outreach, and concert streaming. Under the artistic leadership of Antoine Plante, Mercury serves the community by celebrating the power of music, Baroque and beyond, by teaching, sharing and performing with passion, intimacy and excellence. Mercury has an annual operating budget of $2.2 million.

The Opportunity

The Finance & Operations Manager is responsible for all day-to-day financial operations of Mercury, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, bookkeeping, and monthly close preparation. The role also serves as Mercury’s primary point person for human resources and benefits administration through the organization’s PEO relationship, and takes ownership of office operations, vendor management, and key administrative systems including Spektrix, Mercury’s CRM and ticketing platform.

What You’ll Own

Financial Management & Reporting

• Manage day-to-day financial operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow monitoring, expense reporting, and bank reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks and BILL, and prepare regular reports for the Executive Director and Board, including monthly statements, budget-to-actual analyses, and cash flow projections.
• Manage the relationship with Mercury’s outside accountant for monthly financial review, support the annual audit process, and tax return preparation process.
• Lead the annual budget development process and ongoing budget performance tracking.
• Support grant financial reporting, tracking restricted funds and ensuring compliance with funder requirements.

Payroll & HR Administration

• Coordinate with Insperity, Mercury’s PEO, on payroll processing, benefits enrollment, and HR compliance, serving as point of contact for staff questions.
• Collect and submit contractor musician payroll data in coordination with the Artistic Administrator, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Maintain employee files and ensure HR records are current, confidential, and compliant; support onboarding and offboarding logistics in partnership with Insperity.

Office & Vendor Management

• Manage office operations, facilities, and vendor relationships, including the office lease, insurance policies, IT support, and telecommunications, and ensure contracts are current, coverage is adequate, and renewal cycles are proactively managed.
• Manage day-to-day technology and office operations — hardware, software, subscriptions, telecom, and supplies — and maintain a multi-year replacement and capital plan.

Organizational & Administrative Support

• Support the Executive Director with board meeting logistics, including preparing financial materials, maintaining board records, and scheduling.
• Manage gift entry and acknowledgment process, partnering with development staff to ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy.
• Serve as primary system administrator for Spektrix, maintaining data integrity, running reports, and supporting staff training and onboarding.
• Maintain organizational documents, contracts, and compliance filings, ensuring Mercury meets all state and federal registration and reporting requirements.
• Support the Executive Director with research, analysis, and strategic projects as assigned.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience; nonprofit experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of fund accounting and restricted/unrestricted net asset classification.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online or comparable nonprofit accounting software.
• Experience with a CRM/ticketing platform or willingness to learn.
• Experience managing or working within a PEO relationship and basic familiarity with payroll and benefits administration preferred.
• High degree of discretion with confidential donor and personnel information.
• Strong organizational skills and comfort working independently in a small-staff environment.
• Curiosity about and interest in classical music and the performing arts a plus.

What Success Looks Like in the First 12 Months

• Mercury’s books are clean, current, and accurate — monthly financials are delivered on schedule, grant reporting is in compliance, and the outside accountant relationship runs smoothly.
• Payroll, benefits, and HR workflows are fully embedded through Insperity, with staff questions handled promptly and no compliance gaps.
• Spektrix data is consistently maintained and actively used across teams for ticketing, reporting, and fundraising.
• Vendor and office operations are organized and proactively managed — no expired contracts, coverage gaps, or unresolved service issues.
• The Executive Director has clear, reliable financial reporting and a trusted thought-partner; the Finance & Administration Manager is known across the team for responsiveness, accuracy, and collaborative spirit.

What We Offer

• Salary: $65,000-$70,000, commensurate with experience.
• Employer-paid health insurance and life insurance.
• Generous personal time off.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Flexible schedule with some evening and weekend events.
• Modern office environment in River Oaks.
• Concert tickets for friends and family.

To Apply:

Submit a cover letter outlining interest and experience along with a resume to jobs@mercuryhouston.org. Include “Finance Manager” on the subject line.

Mercury Chamber Orchestra is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. Mercury is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law

Deadline: 07/24/26
Location: Houston, TX
Website: https://www.mercuryhouston.org

Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma, Oklahoma’s leading professional theatre and the Official State Theatre of Oklahoma, seeks a Director of Development/Capital Campaign to design, implement, and manage comprehensive fundraising strategies.

This position is responsible for raising $2.5M+ in annual revenue through individual giving, corporate, foundation, government, and special events, and overseeing a 3-4-year Capital Campaign. The successful candidate will work closely with the Executive Team, the Board Development Committee, and the Capital Campaign Consultant to devise and implement campaigns that support Lyric’s annual fundraising goals and plans to renovate three historic facilities key to the theatre’s artistic mission and education programs.

The ideal candidate will be a fierce, highly motivated individual with front-line fundraising experience and a proven track record of successful fundraising campaigns. The new DoDCC will have the opportunity to build a development team to support the department’s fundraising goals. Preferred position requirements include five or more years of fundraising experience at a non-profit organization, three years in a leadership or management position, and a bachelor's degree in non-profit management, arts management, business, or a related field. Lyric's offices are in the dynamic, historic Plaza District near downtown Oklahoma City. To apply: https://lyrictheatreokc.com/employment-internships/

Deadline: 07/31/26
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Website: https://www.lyrictheatreokc.org

Organizational Description
For 49 years, Mid-Texas Symphony has enriched the cultural life of Central Texas through exceptional performances, educational programming, and community engagement. Serving Seguin, New Braunfels, and surrounding communities, the Symphony is committed to creating memorable experiences that ignite and sustain a lifelong appreciation of symphonic music.
As our region continues to grow, Mid-Texas Symphony is expanding its reach, deepening donor relationships, and strengthening the systems necessary to support long-term sustainability. We are seeking a Development Manager who is passionate about relationship-building, stewardship, and creating meaningful connections between donors and our mission.

Position Summary
The Development Manager is responsible for leading and strengthening the Symphony's annual fundraising and donor stewardship efforts while building the systems, processes, and relationships necessary to support long-term organizational growth.
Working closely with the Executive Director, Board leadership, and Development Committee, the Development Manager will cultivate and steward donors, strengthen donor retention, grow subscriber-to-donor conversion, and build a sustainable major gift pipeline. This role requires an individual who is equally comfortable building authentic donor relationships and creating the organizational systems that ensure consistent stewardship and follow-through.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, self-directed, relationship-oriented, and committed to advancing the mission of Mid-Texas Symphony through thoughtful donor engagement and exceptional stewardship.
Mid-Texas Symphony offers a competitive salary range of $58,000-$65,000, a SIMPLE IRA employer match up to 3%, an employer-paid healthcare membership, hybrid work flexibility, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and eligibility for an annual performance incentive. We are committed to providing a collaborative, flexible, and supportive workplace where employees can thrive professionally and personally.

Primary Responsibilities

• Donor Relations & Fundraising
• Cultivate, steward, and strengthen relationships with current and prospective donors.
• Develop and implement donor engagement strategies that increase retention, loyalty, and long-term support.
• Assist in identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gift prospects.
• Support the Executive Director and Board leadership in donor cultivation and stewardship activities.
• Manage donor acknowledgment, recognition, and stewardship processes.
• Coordinate donor receptions, cultivation events, and engagement opportunities throughout the season.
• Help grow subscriber-to-donor conversion and annual giving participation.

Development Systems & Infrastructure

• Maintain accurate donor records and relationship histories within the donor database.
• Develop and manage donor stewardship systems and tracking processes.
• Create and maintain fundraising dashboards, reports, and performance metrics.
• Implement portfolio segmentation strategies to improve donor engagement.
• Assist in developing a sustainable major gift pipeline and donor journey process.

Marketing & Communications Support

• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to support donor communications and fundraising campaigns.
• Assist with donor-focused marketing materials, appeals, and stewardship communications.
• Support efforts to communicate the impact of donor investment and community engagement.

Organizational Leadership & Community Engagement

• Represent Mid-Texas Symphony at concerts, donor events, and community functions.
• Support front-of-house donor engagement activities during performances and special events.
• Participate as an active member of the Symphony team, contributing to a collaborative and mission-driven culture.
• Other duties as assigned in support of development and organizational goals.

Core Competencies

• Relationship Building: Builds authentic, trust-based relationships with donors, patrons, volunteers, board members, and community stakeholders to strengthen long-term engagement and support.
• Planning & Organizing: Effectively manages multiple priorities, donor relationships, stewardship activities, and reporting through strong organizational systems and consistent follow-through.
• Initiative: Takes ownership of responsibilities, identifies opportunities, and advances projects and relationships with minimal supervision.
• Collaboration: Works cooperatively with staff, musicians, volunteers, board members, and community stakeholders to achieve goals and support a positive team culture.
• Adaptability & Emotional Intelligence: Demonstrates self-awareness, professionalism, and adaptability while building trust and working effectively with a variety of personalities.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.
• Two or more years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, advancement, nonprofit management, arts administration, hospitality, customer relations, or a related field preferred.
• Experience managing databases, CRM systems, donor management software, or similar relationship management platforms preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed for concerts, donor events, and special programs.
• Passion for the arts and commitment to the mission of Mid-Texas Symphony.

Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $58,000 - $65,000 based on experience
In addition to base compensation, the Development Manager may be eligible for an annual performance incentive based on overall performance and achievement of agreed-upon annual goals.

Additional benefits include:
-Employer-paid Direct Primary Care membership with no employee cost

• 3% employer match through the organization's SIMPLE IRA retirement plan
• Hybrid work schedule with up to two remote workdays per week, based on organizational needs and performance schedules
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling opportunities following concerts, donor events, and major organizational activities
• Opportunity to help shape and grow the Symphony's fundraising program

To Apply
Please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@mtsymphony.org
This search is being conducted in partnership with Cielo Strategy Group.

Mid-Texas Symphony is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Deadline: 08/31/26
Location: Seguin and New Braunfels, Texas
Website: https://www.mtsymphony.org