Director of Advancement, Bethlehem Catholic High School

Diocese of Allentown•Bethlehem, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Advancement leads all philanthropic activity at Bethlehem Catholic High School, reporting to the principal. This is a multi-faceted development role encompassing major gifts, EITC and government scholarship programs, annual giving, planned giving, event planning, and grants. The role involves the ability to manage an office with a full-time advancement officer and part-time data staff. The Director of Advancement will perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
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.
Supervisory experience required.
Proficiency with donor database systems (DonorPerfect, Raiser's Edge, Bloomerang, or equivalent) required.
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.
Must submit a resume, official college transcripts, Pastor's letter of recommendation, 3 letters of reference, and all required clearances.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred in nonprofit management, philanthropy, business administration, or a related field.
CFRE designation is strongly preferred.
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.

Responsibilities

Lead all philanthropic activity at Bethlehem Catholic High School.
Manage major gifts, EITC and government scholarship programs, annual giving, planned giving, event planning, and grants.
Manage an office with a full-time advancement officer and part-time data staff.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.