Position Description:
The Director of Advancement leads all philanthropic activity at Bethlehem Catholic, reporting to the principal. The posted position describes this as a multi-faceted development role encompassing major gifts, EITC and government scholarship programs, annual giving, planned giving, event planning, and grants, with ability to manage an office with a full-time advancement officer and part-time data staff.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred in nonprofit management, philanthropy, business administration, or a related field.
- CFRE designation is strongly preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum five years of progressively responsible fundraising experience, including direct major gift solicitation.
- Demonstrated experience closing gifts of $10,000 or more at the individual donor level.
- Prior experience in a Catholic, independent school, or faith-based advancement strongly preferred.
- Experience with Pennsylvania EITC or comparable state scholarship tax credit programs is a significant advantage.
- Demonstrated experience with grant writing and foundation relations.
- Supervisory experience required.
- Proficiency with donor database systems (DonorPerfect, Raiser's Edge, Bloomerang, or equivalent) required.
Additional Information:
- Strong commitment to Catholic values and Catholic education.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Successful track record of raising major gifts.
- A high degree of credibility, integrity, and self-confidence is essential.
- Computer skills, including database and website experience.
- Valid PA driver's license.
General:
This position offers a competitive salary, health insurance, retirement benefits, tuition remission for dependents, and a robust professional development program with individual coaching and support.
Additional Conditions of Employment
Due to the nature and mission of the Catholic Church, all employees are bound to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Church regarding matters of faith and morals, including
maintaining a lifestyle that is in conformity with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
PRIOR TO INTERVIEW: Clear records of Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH), Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Fingerprint Check as required under Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Act 153 of 2014 (at least 1 year old.) As well as attendance at a Protecting God's Children class and Mandated
Reporter Training.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to:
Dr. Dean M. Donaher, KHS at [email protected]
