Family Giving and Community Engagement Officer

Scottsdale Preparatory Academy • Scottsdale, AZ

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Family Giving & Community Engagement Officer serves as the lead fundraiser dedicated to the development of individual and corporate matching funding resources for their K-12 school community. This individual implements the donor cycle in accordance with the predetermined Annual Campaign Strategic Plan. They are responsible to meet on-going fundraising benchmarks around family participation, total new gifts, total renewal gifts, and financial goals associated with the most important campaign(s) at the academy – Community Investment and the Tax Credit Drive (AZ region specific). The Family Giving & Community Engagement Officer serves as the liaison between the parent community and the school, creating a space for the community to engage with the Academy in a meaningful way and in compliance with fundraising and gift acceptance policies. In direction from the Regional Family Giving/Annual Campaign Manager and in close coordination with the Regional Director of Philanthropy this position provides the following services:
Strategic Development & Fundraising Leadership
· Lead the implementation and successful execution of the academy’s Strategic Development Plan in full alignment with all Great Hearts Academies fundraising policies, procedures, and gift acceptance policies.
· Meet defined fundraising goals and deliverables through disciplined planning, execution, and accountability.
· Serve as the academy’s primary fundraising leader and public-facing representative, advocating for the mission and fostering a strong culture of philanthropy.
Campus & Community Partnership
· Cultivate and steward relationships with faculty, parents, administration, donors, and volunteers to strengthen engagement and community investment.
· Serve as the central liaison and fundraising partner to the Headmaster and Parent Service Organizations for all campus development activities.
· Meet weekly or bi-weekly with the Headmaster to ensure alignment of fundraising priorities, integration with parent engagement efforts, and compliance with board-approved network-wide policies.
Major Gifts & Strategic Initiatives
· Partner with the assigned Major Gift Officer to support academy-based major gift initiatives, including: Capital campaigns Designated gifts Grant opportunities Leadership Society initiatives
· Conduct direct major gift solicitations when directed.
· Promote, secure, and manage Athletic sponsorships in collaboration with the Athletic Director and Major Gift Officer.
Meetings & Cross-Functional Collaboration
· Attend weekly status meetings with the assigned Senior Family Giving Officer.
· Participate in monthly meetings with the Regional Family Giving/Annual Campaign Manager.
· Engage in quarterly Regional and America network-wide Development team meetings.
· Build trust and transparency through positive collaboration with fundraising colleagues to achieve collective goals as one unified team.
Community Engagement & Representation
· Regularly attend and participate in constituent gatherings such as: Academy Advisory Boards Parent Service Organizations Community investment discussions
· Inform and engage the community around Community Investment, Tax Credit initiatives, and fundraising policy implementation.
· Serve as a communications liaison for school newsletters.
· Manage and post social media content related to fundraising and development initiatives.
· Act as a public speaker at key academy events to promote and represent the Culture of Philanthropy, including: Prospective family tours Information nights Enrollment meetings Coffee talks with the Headmaster Curriculum nights Meet-the-Teacher events Athletic banquets Other academy events
Operational & Compliance Responsibilities
· Align work schedule with school activities, including before- and after-school events requiring in-person engagement.
· Oversee all philanthropic deposits and serve as liaison to the Development Data Specialist for accurate gift entry.
· Adhere to the Donor Bill of Rights in all fundraising practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Employment or volunteerism experience in fundraising, sales, customer service, marketing, communications, or other like relative employment.
• Commitment to the philosophy and mission of Great Hearts
• Superior written and verbal communication skills; oriented towards detail, thoroughness, and accuracy.
• Superior organization, communication, and computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Is resourceful, a self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with team members at their academy and regional office and donor constituents
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and always maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Strong and fearless Public Speaking and Cold Calling skills

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and successful execution of the academy’s Strategic Development Plan in full alignment with all Great Hearts Academies fundraising policies, procedures, and gift acceptance policies.
• Meet defined fundraising goals and deliverables through disciplined planning, execution, and accountability.
• Serve as the academy’s primary fundraising leader and public-facing representative, advocating for the mission and fostering a strong culture of philanthropy.
• Cultivate and steward relationships with faculty, parents, administration, donors, and volunteers to strengthen engagement and community investment.
• Serve as the central liaison and fundraising partner to the Headmaster and Parent Service Organizations for all campus development activities.
• Meet weekly or bi-weekly with the Headmaster to ensure alignment of fundraising priorities, integration with parent engagement efforts, and compliance with board-approved network-wide policies.
• Partner with the assigned Major Gift Officer to support academy-based major gift initiatives, including: Capital campaigns, Designated gifts, Grant opportunities, Leadership Society initiatives.
• Conduct direct major gift solicitations when directed.
• Promote, secure, and manage Athletic sponsorships in collaboration with the Athletic Director and Major Gift Officer.
• Attend weekly status meetings with the assigned Senior Family Giving Officer.
• Participate in monthly meetings with the Regional Family Giving/Annual Campaign Manager.
• Engage in quarterly Regional and America network-wide Development team meetings.
• Build trust and transparency through positive collaboration with fundraising colleagues to achieve collective goals as one unified team.
• Regularly attend and participate in constituent gatherings such as: Academy Advisory Boards, Parent Service Organizations, Community investment discussions.
• Inform and engage the community around Community Investment, Tax Credit initiatives, and fundraising policy implementation.
• Serve as a communications liaison for school newsletters.
• Manage and post social media content related to fundraising and development initiatives.
• Act as a public speaker at key academy events to promote and represent the Culture of Philanthropy, including: Prospective family tours, Information nights, Enrollment meetings, Coffee talks with the Headmaster, Curriculum nights, Meet-the-Teacher events, Athletic banquets, Other academy events.
• Align work schedule with school activities, including before- and after-school events requiring in-person engagement.
• Oversee all philanthropic deposits and serve as liaison to the Development Data Specialist for accurate gift entry.
• Adhere to the Donor Bill of Rights in all fundraising practices.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Exceptional medical, dental, and vision insurance with minimal employee contribution.
• Retirement Planning: A competitive 401(k) with employer match.
• Supportive & Mission-Driven Culture: Join a workplace centered around true collegiality, collaboration, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level