Associate Director of Community Philanthropy

• Lead all front‑line fundraising efforts, including major gifts, leadership giving, and planned giving
• Manage and steward a portfolio of donors, building long‑term, trust‑based relationships
• Confidently make significant asks and guide donors through the cultivation and solicitation process
• Partner closely with colleagues overseeing communications and events/gala/auction efforts to support pipeline growth
• Represent the school at donor meetings, community events, and development activities
• Track donor activity, engagement, and progress using fundraising software
• Participate in select evenings and weekends for fundraising events and the annual auction
• Maintain discretion and professionalism in all donor interactions and communications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Proven experience in front‑line fundraising (major gifts, leadership giving, or similar)
• Comfortable and experienced making high‑level asks in donor‑facing environments
• Background may include independent schools, nonprofits, higher education, or other advancement/development settings
• Experience with Blackbaud/Raiser’s Edge, OneCause, or comparable fundraising platforms preferred (not required)
• Highly relational, organized, and collaborative
• Mission‑driven and excited to make a meaningful impact within a school community

Experience with Blackbaud/Raiser’s Edge, OneCause, or comparable fundraising platforms

• Generous tuition remission
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Free daily lunch
• Standard benefits