St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School - Director of Advancement

Archdiocese of San Antonio•Boerne, TX

20h

About The Position

The Director of Advancement promotes the mission and growth of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School through strategic leadership in enrollment growth, development, marketing, and community engagement. The school is entering a season of expansion and seeks to increase enrollment while establishing long-term financial sustainability. The Director will develop a proactive, relationship-driven enrollment strategy to attract mission-aligned families, raise awareness of the school, and guide prospective families from inquiry through enrollment. As a visible school ambassador, the Director will communicate the mission, vision, and educational philosophy of Catholic classical education. The role also oversees fundraising, donor cultivation and stewardship, marketing, communications, and related events. The Director builds relationships with current and prospective families, parishioners, benefactors, community leaders, and other stakeholders. The position reports to the School Principal and works collaboratively with the Pastor, school leadership, parish staff, School Board, Parent Service Organization, and community volunteers. The successful candidate is a practicing Catholic who supports Catholic classical education and is enthusiastic about relationship-building, strategic planning, and helping grow a new school.

Requirements

Practicing Catholic in good standing, committed to the teachings of the Catholic Church, with working knowledge of Catholic education and the Church's mission in education.
Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, education, public relations, nonprofit management, or a related field.
At least five years of relevant professional experience.
Demonstrated success in relationship-building, recruiting prospective families, managing enrollment pipelines, and/or achieving fundraising goals.
Exceptional interpersonal, written, verbal, and public speaking skills.
Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and execute initiatives independently.
Competence in digital marketing, social media management, website administration, event planning, and communications strategy.
Proficiency with CRM systems, admissions or enrollment databases, donor management platforms, Microsoft Office, and other relevant technology.
Strong analytical skills and ability to use data to evaluate enrollment trends, recruitment effectiveness, and fundraising performance.
Ability to collaborate with school leadership, parish personnel, volunteers, and community stakeholders.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, to support admissions, fundraising, and school events.
Must pass Archdiocesan Safe Environment Requirements and background screening.
Must pass Texas DPS Fingerprint-based Applicant Clearinghouse screening.
Must pass the Do Not Hire Registry background screening.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.

Responsibilities

Support the philosophy of Catholic classical education and the mission of the school and parish, model Gospel values, and follow applicable religious standards and school and Archdiocese policies.
Develop an annual development plan with the Pastor, Principal, and School Board, including measurable fundraising goals and objectives.
Plan and lead an annual giving campaign and build a culture of philanthropy among community stakeholders.
Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors and prospective benefactors.
Lead major advancement events, including the annual school gala and Festival of Heroes.
Coordinate grant applications, proposals, reporting, and relationships with grant-making organizations.
Establish and lead a volunteer Development Committee and engage parents, grandparents, parishioners, and community members in supporting the school.
Maintain accurate donor records and oversee donor management systems and stewardship practices.
Monitor fundraising goals and campaign performance and report progress to school leadership and the School Board.
Develop and execute an annual enrollment and recruitment strategy with the Principal, including measurable grade-level enrollment goals.
Recruit prospective families through parish outreach, community networking, digital marketing, referrals, and strategic partnerships.
Develop and manage a welcoming, personal, mission-centered admissions process from initial inquiry through enrollment.
Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective families and coordinate open houses, information nights, school tours, and community outreach activities.
Develop strategies to increase family referrals and engage current parents, parishioners, alumni families, and community supporters.
Ensure admissions materials and interactions communicate the school's Catholic identity, classical curriculum, educational philosophy, and value proposition.
Develop and execute an annual marketing and communications plan aligned with enrollment and development goals.
Promote the school's identity as a Catholic classical school.
Manage the school website and social media presence, including a consistent calendar of engaging content.
Manage production and distribution of marketing materials, including brochures, advertisements, newsletters, invitations, flyers, parish bulletin announcements, and digital communications.
Maintain consistency in the school's branding, messaging, and public presentation.
Develop stories, testimonials, photographs, and other content that communicate the school's educational mission.
Coordinate newsletters, email campaigns, and other school communications.
Identify positive media opportunities and develop relationships with local media outlets and community organizations.
Coordinate sponsorship opportunities, community partnerships, and public relations initiatives.
Coordinate marketing and communications with the parish to reflect the shared mission and identity of the school and parish.
Maintain a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students, and staff, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced startup environment.