Director of Advancement Services

Job Summary:

DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENT SERVICES

St. Lucy's Priory High School, is seeking a fundraiser and leader to serve as the next Director of Advancement. The Director of Advancement reports to the Principal and, as a member of the leadership team, directs the organization's fundraising and public engagement efforts. With a primary focus on donor strategy, the Director of Advancement Services leads the advancement team in development, communication, and brand management efforts. The advancement team serves to engage current and new supporters, increase financial investment in the product of St. Lucy's Priory High School, and build an increasingly strong and diverse network of stakeholders. The Director of Advancement works closely with the Board of Trustees, collaboratively with St. Lucy's Priory High School' leadership team, and leads an advancement team to set and achieve annual and long-range fundraising goals, measuring progress throughout the year to ensure success. As the chief fundraiser for SLPHS, the Director of Advancement spends considerable time visiting with and stewarding donors, partners, and prospects across the San Gabriel Region, State of California, and representing the Regents publicly as an extension of St. Lucy's Priory High School in order to secure major and transformational gifts for our school community. When strategically necessary, the Director of Advancement works with the Board of Trustees Advising Committee to cultivate and request major contributions and support from individuals. The Director of Advancement is responsible for the planning and oversight of three major annual Fundraising Events (Holiday Boutique, BASH, Regent Golf Classic). Additional Constituent events include Ecology Day, Open House, Alumnae Relations/Reunions, and Alumnae Recognition Celebrations. The Director of Advancement directs, and collaborates with Director of Marketing and Outreach to support department staff with funding needs and priorities, and manages the team to ensure consistent branding, clear and targeted messaging, and strengthened relationships with all stakeholders and community supporters. Pre-employment background screening is required for all positions. St. Lucy's Priory High School is an equal opportunity employer. At St. Lucy's Priory High School, we are invested in hiring, cultivating, and retaining a staff that embodies our commitment to inclusion and equity, which is increasingly reflected in our cultural programming statewide. We value diverse voices and strongly encourage applicants who represent the diverse and intersecting identities that contribute to the fabric of St. Lucy's. Applications should include a resume, letter of interest, and contact information for at least 3 references. The search will be carried out with full confidentiality.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

Up to $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Fundraising:

5 years (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Glendora, CA 91741 (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

Glendora, CA 91741: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person