Development Officer

Success Academy Charter Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits program

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A prominent educational organization in New York seeks a Development Officer to manage individual donor portfolios and achieve fundraising goals. The role involves cultivating relationships, conducting donor outreach, and analyzing donor data to prioritize strategies. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in fundraising or consultative sales, with strong communication and analytical skills. The compensation ranges between $95,000 and $110,000 USD, based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in individual giving or comparable consultative sales.
• Demonstrated success managing donor portfolios and closing gifts.
• Strategic, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow an assigned portfolio of individual donors.
• Meet or exceed fundraising goals and performance metrics.
• Conduct donor outreach through meetings, calls, and events.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Persuasive skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree or CFRE

Tools

Raiser’s Edge NXT

Job description

Thanks for your interest in Success Academy! Running a large, fast-growing, and high-performing network of public charter schools takes a village - families, children, teachers, staff and faculty, advocates, and supporters alike. We are growing fast in New York and expanding to Florida, and we would love to welcome you to our community! We work tirelessly every day to ensure children have access to a fun, rigorous, whole-child education regardless of zip code or economic status. When you join SA, you play a part in giving every student who walks through our doors a fair shot at reaching his or her potential.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Head of Development, the Development Officer is a key member of the Advancement team responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of primarily individual donors with mid-level to major gift capacity ($15,000–$250,000). This role focuses on identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors to increase philanthropic revenue in support of Success Academy Charter Schools’ operational, programmatic, and capital priorities.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, results-driven fundraiser who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and is motivated to meet or exceed ambitious goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow an assigned portfolio of individual donors through strategic cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
• Meet or exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual fundraising goals and performance metrics
• Conduct donor outreach through in-person and virtual meetings, calls, proposals, events, and tailored communications
• Identify, qualify, and upgrade prospective donors using Raiser’s Edge NXT and prospect research tools
• Analyze donor data and performance metrics to inform strategy and prioritize fundraising opportunities
• Collaborate with External Relations and Advancement Services on prospecting, donor engagement, and communications strategies
• Maintain accurate donor records, track gifts and pledges, and ensure timely acknowledgements and stewardship
• Support fundraising events, special projects, and other development initiatives as needed
• Partner with internal stakeholders to stay informed on programs, priorities, and impact to effectively engage donors
• Participate in evening and weekend events as required to support cultivation and fundraising efforts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or CFRE preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in individual giving or comparable consultative sales
• Demonstrated success managing donor portfolios and closing gifts
• Strong relationship‑building, communication, and persuasive skills
• Strategic, detail-oriented, and analytical with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• High standards of personal and professional integrity and alignment with SA’s mission and culture

Compensation

Exactly: $95,000—$110,000 USD. Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience.

Success Academy Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.

Please apply through the Internal Job Board via Greenhouse. You will be asked to log in through your Okta Profile.

Success Academy Charter Schools does not offer employment-based immigration sponsorship.