CAF Careers
The CAF has the below positions available:
These job descriptions in no way state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employees occupying these positions. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. These job descriptions may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.
The Commemorative Air Force is an equal opportunity employer.
These jobs are civilian positions and do not require military service (including commission and enlistment).
Must meet training and background check qualifications and comply with the Protection of Minors policy. A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
The CAF offers a generous benefit package that includes health, vision, dental, life and disability at a cost of $50 per month for the employee, and a retirement plan that is matched up to 3%. The value of this package is over $13,000.
The Commemorative Air Force is the world’s largest World War II Flying Museum with over 175 historic military aircraft and 87 units in 29 states throughout the U.S. The headquarters offices are location in Dallas at Dallas Executive Airport. Information concerning our organization can be obtained at www.commemorativeairforce.org.
The Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center's (NAEC) mission is to Honor the Past, Empower the Future by designing and operating programs that provide hands-on learning opportunities and activities for all ages. Located at Dallas Executive Airport, the NAEC is the flagship of the American Airpower Heritage Museum (AAHM), an affiliate of the Commemorative Air Force.
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Donor Engagement Officer
Department: Development
Job Summary:
As Donor Engagement Officer, you will help donors accomplish their philanthropic goals and ambitions through a relationship with our organization. You will cultivate, solicit and steward prospects and supporters for major gifts (capacity of $10,000 and above). Working in close partnership with other members of the Development Office, you will have a key responsibility to build a portfolio of potential major gift donors by identifying/developing a pipeline of prospects and will play a key role in building and nurturing donor relationships. An ability to empathize with donors and prospects, and clearly communicate our organization’s mission is key. You’ll be expected to persuade prospects and persevere to the end.
This position is a front-line fundraising role focused primarily on individuals nationwide, with an emphasis outside of Texas, along with some potential businesses/corporations. This individual is a member of the Development Office and reports to the Chief Relationship Officer.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Working collaboratively with the Chief Relationship Officer, develop and execute a plan for major gifts that includes identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship processes that results in major gifts from individual donors.
· Develop tailored prospect and donor-specific strategies and tactics to advance the philanthropic relationship and giving potential.
· Using the available tools such as Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge, Blackbaud Research Point, internet search programs, other research programs and personal relationship networks, research and create a list of potential qualified prospects/donors.
· Create proposals and marketing materials, as necessary, to solicit major gifts
· Track interactions with prospects/donors in Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge and other tools to build an electronic history of information related to prospects/donors.
· Operate collaboratively with a high attention to detail to provide excellent service and develop strong working relationships based on trust and confidence with prospects, donors and staff.
· Using fundraising metrics, regularly report on the status and progress of major gifts to the Chief Relationship Officer.
· Work collaboratively with other staff to complete grant applications related to major gifts.
· Provide support for CAF activities and events, such as Fireside Chats, the Legends of the Skies Luncheon, CAF Wings Over Dallas WWII Airshow, Aviation Discovery Fest and others.
· Conducts regular travel for one-on-one meetings and selected events, estimated for up to 50% of the time.
· Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree required.
· Minimum 3 years’ experience in a fundraising role, preferably with at least 1 year experience in a role with a proven track record of cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors resulting in gifts of $10,000+.
· Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain positive relationships with donors, as well as other internal and external constituencies.
· Must be able to travel as necessary; some nights and weekends required.
· Demonstrated interest or experience in aviation and/or WWII history a plus.
· Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential a plus.
· Experience with planned giving a plus.
· Excellent interpersonal skills, written communication and presentation skills and the ability to work with many different people such as donors, volunteers and staff.
· Ability to listen is essential.
Required Skills & Abilities:
· Team oriented; works well within group situations.
· Must be very organized, analytical and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
· Proficient user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and donor databases, preferably Raiser’s Edge.
· Computer literacy.
· High level of enthusiasm, initiative, motivation and self-direction.
· Must be knowledgeable about, and capable of articulating verbally and in writing, the CAF’s mission, vision, and priorities.
· Must meet training and background check qualifications and comply with the Protection of Minors policy. A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
Other than for business travel and donor-specific activities, this job is 100% in the office. No remote work or hybrid schedules.
If interested, please send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/2518254/Commemorative-Air-Force/Donor-Engagement-Officer. No phone calls please.
National Aviation Education Center Educator (Part-Time)
Department: Education
General Summary
The NAEC Educator delivers educational programs and assists in program development to further the mission (Honor the Past, Empower the Future). The educator performs and delivers assigned educational programs and services including shop classes (wood, metal or other mediums), hands-on activity stations, school group tours, night/weekend programs, daytime programs, Scout merit badges, camps, and weekend aviation events. The educator may supervise high school interns under the guidance of a mechanic to provide authentic workplace experience with an emphasis on safety, tool management, and personal/professional growth.
Responsibilities
• Performs and delivers assigned educational programs and services including historical experiences, school group tours, night/weekend programs, daytime programs, Scout merit badges, camps, and other education-related events
• Contribute to newsletters (print and electronic) for the general public and educators
• Monitor education stations during aviation events
• Attend volunteer training and orientations as needed
• Actively contribute in program development meetings
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
• Knowledge of standard-based instruction and assessments
• Knowledge and demonstrated practice in creating hands-on, student-centered lessons with an emphasis on content-integration
• Program implementation and program development experience
• Strong creative and visionary abilities to add value to current or future educational programs
• Demonstrated attention to detail, with a strong ability to keep accurate records and statistics
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, in writing and orally across various media
• Solid computer-proficiency skills and abilities, including applications, databases, and Microsoft 365
• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality
• Willingness to collaborate on projects and work with a team
• Knowledge and experience in tool use, including handheld and power tools is a bonus
• Knowledge of science of flight or aircraft maintenance or restoration is a bonus
• Must be available to work a variable schedule to include evenings, weekends, overnights, and holidays.
Education and Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Two years of experience working in educational settings, especially with K-12 school-aged children
Physical Demands
• Regularly performs tasks with hands and fingers for grasping and holding objects
• Regularly performs office-related tasks at a desk or workstation while sitting, such as: keyboarding, phones, handwriting, filing, etc.
• Sometimes pushes, pulls, lifts, and/or carries up to 50 pounds across a distance with or without supportive devices
• Frequently stands, walks, bends, stoops, crouches, reaches, climbs, and kneels throughout the workday
• Sometimes drives or travels by car/aircraft; occasionally travels out-of-area or overnight
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to nhuegen@cafhq.org. No phone calls please.
Director of Operation
Department: Operation
General Summary
The CAF Director of Operations reports to the Chief Aviation Officer. This position is responsible for all 175 aircraft, flight operations, airshow events, and operational activities that happen within the CAF and its 80 CAF units. Modeling and leadership of a safety culture is paramount. Duties include:
- Promote a safety culture first and foremost.
- Provide management and oversight of the Operations Office Manager.
- Oversight of the online flight management software ‘Rally Point’ for aircraft operations.
- Leadership of the CAF Stan Eval Committee and their safety charter.
- Oversight of the CAF pilot proficiency and evaluation program.
- Work directly with the members, volunteers, and pilots to assist them with all operational needs.
- Management of the LHFE 6802 exemption and 91.147 Rides for Hire Programs.
- Oversight of the CAF Drug and Alcohol abatement program.
- Oversight of the CAFR regulation documents including 60-1, 55-7, 66-1.
- Work closely with FAA and other industry partnerships.
- Reviews and approves pilot transition letters, FEB, and pilot fit to fly evaluations.
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Qualifications:
• Current CFI (required).
• Class 2 Medical (required, or highly desirable).
• Must be eligible to enroll in the CAF’s managed Drug and Alcohol testing program.
• Warbird, Vintage, and Flight Training experience (highly desirable).
• A&P preferred but not required.
• Experience and ability to work with volunteers is a required skill.
Benefits:
• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance available.
• Life insurance, long-term and short-term disability available.
• Up to 3% employer matched Retirement plan.
• Paid vacation time available for first year employees.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.
If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to jlasche@cafhq.org. No phone calls please.
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