stpetersboerneschool
Description
Employment Status:
Full-time
FLSA Status:
Exempt (unless specified otherwise)
Reports to:
Principal
The Director of Development supports the mission of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School primarily through planning, implementing and managing all fundraising and advancement activities. As our school continues its opening year and plans for future growth, this individual will cultivate relationships with donors, promote and market the school within the broader community, and run key events that take place throughout the year. As a public-facing member of our school team, the Director must be a joyful, faith-filled ambassador for the school. This person will report directly to the School Principal and work closely with the school leadership, parish staff, and community stakeholders to foster a culture of philanthropy rooted in Catholic values.
CATHOLIC MISSION
Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic classical education and the mission of the school and parish
Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
Supports and adheres to the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees and policies and procedures of the school and the Archdiocese
Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students, and staff
Works as a team player within a fast-paced, startup environment
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Development and Recruitment
Establishes specific and measurable, annual development goals and objectives (with input from the Pastor, Principal, and School Board in a written comprehensive development plan)
Creates a development advisory committee in conjunction with the school board and community volunteers to assist in development efforts (must attend monthly school board evening meetings)
Identifies, cultivates and solicits major donor prospect gifts for the school system
Involves others in support of the school through their time, talents, and treasure
Studies enrollment and donation patterns as they relate to Catholic education and attempts to determine significance for the system
Leads efforts to plan and implement a comprehensive annual appeal to raise significant funding for the school
Serves as lead for all fundraising and recruitment events, including Mardi Gras Gala, Heroic Games, prospective parent information nights, etc.
Plans, coordinates and implements special campaigns
Supervises development activities
Researches and writes grants to gain additional funds for school needs and operations
Public Relations & Marketing
Coordinates public relations and marketing
Serves as point person for local sponsorship opportunities
Acts as liaison between the school, parish, and community groups/general public in development areas
Establishes and maintains a working relationship with media
Develops and implements annual communications plan including grant applications, annual fund communiques, etc.
Generates key promotional materials for both development and enrollment
Finance
Remains informed about the continued growth of investments (scholarship fund, maintenance fund, etc.)
Implements scholarship program
Meets or exceeds the annual Development Office fundraising goal
Other
Collaborates effectively with the Parent Service Organization (PSO) and School Board
Works with and directs parent, grandparent, and parishioner volunteers on various events
Participates in administrative meetings
Requirements QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's or master's degree, preferably in Marketing, Communications, business, or a related field
Minimum five (5) years’ experience successfully fundraising for similar environments with proven success in major gift solicitation, grant writing, and donor stewardship
LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS
Compliance with Archdiocesan Safe Environment requirements.
Reliable transportation
Valid driver’s license
Valid vehicle insurance
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Practicing Catholic in good standing with a working knowledge of Church documents related to Catholic schools
Intermediate or better computer software skills, including CRM, donor database, Excel, Word, Outlook, Publisher, web design, with ability to learn new platforms
Strong established fundraising relationships and relationship-building skills with donors, board members, volunteers and community leaders
Exceptional interpersonal, written, and public speaking communication skills required
Demonstrated competence in project management, budgeting, social media marketing and event planning
Working knowledge of fundraising regulations, donor privacy laws, and ethical standards
WORKING CONDITIONS
Required to work some nights and weekends
Required to work in-person, typically on-campus but able to facilitate off-campus donor meetings and events as needed
Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress
Required to work a minimum of a full school day
Required to work in standard office and school conditions
Occasional lifting of 10-20 pounds.
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise as needed.
The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Employment Status:
Full-time
FLSA Status:
Exempt (unless specified otherwise)
Reports to:
Principal
The Director of Development supports the mission of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School primarily through planning, implementing and managing all fundraising and advancement activities. As our school continues its opening year and plans for future growth, this individual will cultivate relationships with donors, promote and market the school within the broader community, and run key events that take place throughout the year. As a public-facing member of our school team, the Director must be a joyful, faith-filled ambassador for the school. This person will report directly to the School Principal and work closely with the school leadership, parish staff, and community stakeholders to foster a culture of philanthropy rooted in Catholic values.
CATHOLIC MISSION
Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic classical education and the mission of the school and parish
Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
Supports and adheres to the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees and policies and procedures of the school and the Archdiocese
Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students, and staff
Works as a team player within a fast-paced, startup environment
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Development and Recruitment
Establishes specific and measurable, annual development goals and objectives (with input from the Pastor, Principal, and School Board in a written comprehensive development plan)
Creates a development advisory committee in conjunction with the school board and community volunteers to assist in development efforts (must attend monthly school board evening meetings)
Identifies, cultivates and solicits major donor prospect gifts for the school system
Involves others in support of the school through their time, talents, and treasure
Studies enrollment and donation patterns as they relate to Catholic education and attempts to determine significance for the system
Leads efforts to plan and implement a comprehensive annual appeal to raise significant funding for the school
Serves as lead for all fundraising and recruitment events, including Mardi Gras Gala, Heroic Games, prospective parent information nights, etc.
Plans, coordinates and implements special campaigns
Supervises development activities
Researches and writes grants to gain additional funds for school needs and operations
Public Relations & Marketing
Coordinates public relations and marketing
Serves as point person for local sponsorship opportunities
Acts as liaison between the school, parish, and community groups/general public in development areas
Establishes and maintains a working relationship with media
Develops and implements annual communications plan including grant applications, annual fund communiques, etc.
Generates key promotional materials for both development and enrollment
Finance
Remains informed about the continued growth of investments (scholarship fund, maintenance fund, etc.)
Implements scholarship program
Meets or exceeds the annual Development Office fundraising goal
Other
Collaborates effectively with the Parent Service Organization (PSO) and School Board
Works with and directs parent, grandparent, and parishioner volunteers on various events
Participates in administrative meetings
Requirements QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's or master's degree, preferably in Marketing, Communications, business, or a related field
Minimum five (5) years’ experience successfully fundraising for similar environments with proven success in major gift solicitation, grant writing, and donor stewardship
LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS
Compliance with Archdiocesan Safe Environment requirements.
Reliable transportation
Valid driver’s license
Valid vehicle insurance
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Practicing Catholic in good standing with a working knowledge of Church documents related to Catholic schools
Intermediate or better computer software skills, including CRM, donor database, Excel, Word, Outlook, Publisher, web design, with ability to learn new platforms
Strong established fundraising relationships and relationship-building skills with donors, board members, volunteers and community leaders
Exceptional interpersonal, written, and public speaking communication skills required
Demonstrated competence in project management, budgeting, social media marketing and event planning
Working knowledge of fundraising regulations, donor privacy laws, and ethical standards
WORKING CONDITIONS
Required to work some nights and weekends
Required to work in-person, typically on-campus but able to facilitate off-campus donor meetings and events as needed
Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress
Required to work a minimum of a full school day
Required to work in standard office and school conditions
Occasional lifting of 10-20 pounds.
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise as needed.
The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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