Associate Director, Donor Impact and Stewardship

USNA Alumni Association & Foundation•Naval Academy, MD

12d•$75,400 - $94,300•Onsite

About The Position

The United States Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation in Annapolis, Maryland is looking to hire a full-time, Associate Director, Donor Impact & Stewardship to join the Donor Experience & Strategy Team. This team integrates the core functions that shape how donors experience and invest in the institution-including Donor Experience (Engagement, Stewardship, Recognition, and Acknowledgement), Development Communications, Campaign Operations, Research & Portfolio Management, and Proposal, Case, and Gift Agreement Development. Together, these areas ensure that donors are identified, inspired, informed, and recognized through a cohesive, data-driven approach that connects philanthropy to impact and aligns with institutional priorities and campaign goals. This position reports to the Director, Donor Experience & Stewardship and has an annual salary range of $75,400 - $94,300. Position Summary The Associate Director, Donor Impact & Stewardship leads initiatives that showcase the outcomes of donor generosity through compelling storytelling, visuals, and data-informed reports. This role collaborates across internal and external partners to produce high-quality, donor-centered communications that strengthen trust and inspire continued engagement. This position pays a competitive salary commensurate with experience and is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus, when applicable. You would also be eligible for a generous benefits plan which includes medical, dental, vision, an FSA, an HSA, a fully-vested 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching, 22 days of accrued paid time off (PTO) per fiscal year, 13 paid holidays per calendar year, group life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, identity theft protection, and annual opportunities for professional development. Although not guaranteed, certain additional benefits may be offered through the Naval Academy, such as use of certain recreational facilities (including the Brigade Sports Complex gym, marina and indoor/outdoor pools), as well as category II eligibility for employee children to apply to the Naval Academy Primary School. Our mission requires that we hire and retain the best of the best. To do that, we offer competitive pay, generous benefits, opportunities for career development, and a positive work experience This position is based in historic Annapolis at our current offices located overlooking the Severn River on the beautiful grounds of the U.S. Naval Academy. In 2023, the staff of the Alumni Association and Foundation moved into new modern offices in the Fluegel Alumni Center, which is built on the banks of College Creek overlooking the Naval Academy and downtown Annapolis. ABOUT THE UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY (USNA) ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AND FOUNDATION The United States Naval Academy Alumni Association and the United States Naval Academy Foundation are two independent, not-for-profit corporations sharing a single president and CEO and operating as a fully integrated organization in support of the Naval Academy and its mission. The organization's focus and core competencies are engagement and philanthropy in pursuit of complementary and closely aligned missions. Our Mission: The course set by Alumni Association founders in 1886 rings true today as our mission is to serve and support the United States, the Naval Service, the Naval Academy, and academy alumni by: Furthering the highest standards at the Naval Academy. Seeking out; informing, encouraging and assisting outstanding, qualified young men and women to pursue careers as officers through the Naval Academy, and Initiating and sponsoring activities that will perpetuate the history, traditions, memories, and growth of the Naval Academy and bind alumni together in support of the highest ideals of command, citizenship, and the government.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
5+ years in donor relations, communications, or advancement roles.
Strong writing and editing skills; ability to distill complex information clearly.
Experience managing data-driven reporting and donor information systems and experience platforms (Ex: Blackbaud CRM, ThankView, Ovrture or similar platforms).
Collaborative mindset and strong project management skills.
Show grit, work with enthusiasm, think with intellect, and act with honesty and humility.
Dedication to growth and professional development with an openness to coaching and mentoring.
Able and willing to perform or assist with other duties as assigned.
Due to the collaborative nature of the role and the consistent, in-person interaction with the Foundation staff is necessary. This position is based in Annapolis and is not eligible for a full-time remote working arrangement.

Responsibilities

Manage the full lifecycle of annual and endowed fund reporting, defining overall team strategy.
Lead production of personalized and high-impact stewardship materials.
Manage CRM and other advancement platforms (Ex: ThankView, Ovrture, etc.) for organizing, storing and disseminating impact materials.
Partner with appropriate teammates to design, write, and edit donor impact stories and reports.
Collaborate with internal and external partners to gather data and information and fund performance outcomes and impact.
Support principal gift stewardship efforts through writing, research, and visual storytelling.
Partner with Donor Experience & Strategy teammates on acknowledgement best practices from segmentation to content and delivery.
Maintain standards and documentation aligned with CASE best practices.

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
an FSA
an HSA
a fully-vested 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
22 days of accrued paid time off (PTO) per fiscal year
13 paid holidays per calendar year
group life insurance
short-term & long-term disability
identity theft protection
annual opportunities for professional development
use of certain recreational facilities (including the Brigade Sports Complex gym, marina and indoor/outdoor pools)
category II eligibility for employee children to apply to the Naval Academy Primary School