Assistant Director of the Deerfield Fund

Deerfield Academy; Deerfield (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Life and disability plans

Paid time off

Tuition remission

Fitness center access

Dining hall meals

Job summary

Deerfield Academy seeks an Assistant Director for the Deerfield Fund to lead written content, donor communications, and annual fundraising campaigns. This role collaborates with leadership to implement initiatives and manage reunion fundraising for multiple classes.

The position requires 3–5 years in advancement, strong writing skills, and the ability to work with volunteers. Travel to regional events is expected as part of duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3–5 years in Advancement or a related field.
• Demonstrated proficiency in crafting original written communications for varied audiences.
• Excellent verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate volunteers.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion and to serving the needs of a diverse community.
• Ability and sensitivity to highly confidential information.
• High level of integrity and a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to travel up to 15 days per year.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Deerfield Fund leadership and Communications to create original written content for Deerfield Fund communications (mailed and digital).
• Strategize fundraising initiatives (Day of Giving, phonathons) using Hustle, ThankView, GiveCampus.
• Direct Reunion fundraising for 30th, 35th, and 40th classes, including goal setting and volunteer management.
• Collaborate with Alumni Relations on reunion programming.
• Manage a portfolio of prospects and solicit through in-person meetings.
• Track and report prospect activity and keep contact information up to date.
• Participate in weekend/evening campus events and regional outreach.

Skills

Written communications

Verbal communication

Volunteer management

Team collaboration

Diversity & inclusion

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

SIGN-ON BONUS**

The successful candidate will receive a $1,000 sign-on bonus ($500 paid at time of hire and $500 paid at the end of 90 days of employment.

Reporting to the Director of the Deerfield Fund, the Assistant Director is a core member of the Deerfield Fund team assisting in the implementation of annual fundraising campaigns and appeals.to help reach yearly Deerfield Fund goals. The Assistant Director is the primary creator of written content for all Deerfield Fund communications. The Assistant Director manages the 30th, 35th and 40th class reunion fundraising and volunteer efforts.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Deerfield Fund leadership and Communications to create original written content for the Deerfield Fund including mailed and digital appeals, donor stewardship items, volunteer communications etc. for a variety of target audiences.
• Strategize with members of the Deerfield Fund team to create and implement yearly fundraising initiatives such as Day of Giving, phonathons, etc. utilizing tools including Hustle, ThankView, and GiveCampus to engage and solicit alumni
• Direct all aspects of Reunion fundraising for the 30th, 35th and 40th reunion classes, including goal setting; recruitment, training and management of alumni volunteers; solicitation of annual, capital and planned gifts; in close collaboration with Leadership Gifts colleagues
• Collaborate closely with Alumni Relations on 30th, 35th and 40th reunion programing
• Manage a portfolio of prospects (including those at the leadership level); cultivate and solicit through in-person meetings
• Track and report on prospect activity; update contact and biographical information accurately and on a timely basis
• Participate in weekend and evening activities on campus, in any assigned geographic region and other Advancement organized events

Perform other duties as assigned

Job Specifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3-5 years in Advancement or similar related work experience required
• Demonstrated proficiency in crafting original written communications for varied audiences
• Excellent verbal communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage and motivate volunteers
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion and to serving the needs of a diverse community
• Ability and sensitivity to, highly confidential information
• A high level of integrity and a strong work ethic
• Skilled with MS Office Suite and familiarity with integrated databases
• Ability and willingness to travel, up to 15 days per year

Physical Job Demands

• Close visual acuity to analyze data and figures and to view a computer terminal
• Ability to sustain substantial movements of the wrist, hands and/or fingers
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to occasionally stoop, kneel or reach

Working Conditions

The worker is in an office environment, and while in the office is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. While traveling (10% overnight travel on average each month), the worker is subject to outside environmental conditions.

Compensation & Benefits

Deerfield Academy offers a competitive total compensation package, where base compensation or salary is just one component. Pay within the published range is determined by factors such as qualifications, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, allowing for growth and progression within the role.

We also offer a comprehensive suite of benefits to eligible employees, including:

• Health & Financial: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 403(b)-retirement plan; and employer-paid life and disability plans.
• Time Off: Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Campus Perks: Tuition remission, fitness center access and complimentary dining hall meals