Director of Advancement

Diocese of Allentown; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition remission for dependents

Coaching program

Job summary

Diocese of Allentown seeks a Director of Advancement for Bethlehem Catholic High School in Bethlehem. The role leads all philanthropic activity, including major gifts, EITC/government scholarships, annual giving, and events, and may supervise staff and a data team.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree, CFRE preferred, and has substantial fundraising experience, with a track record of closing gifts of $10,000+ and strong donor relations capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of fundraising experience, including direct major gift solicitation.
• Experience with Pennsylvania EITC or comparable state scholarship programs is a plus.
• Experience in Catholic or faith-based education fundraising preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all philanthropic activity for Bethlehem Catholic High School.
• Manage major gifts, annual giving, planned giving, grants, and events.
• Supervise staff and coordinate donor relations and reporting.

Skills

Fundraising

Major gifts

Grant writing

Donor relations

Event planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

CFRE designation preferred

Tools

DonorPerfect

Raiser's Edge

Bloomerang

Job description

DIOCESE OF ALLENTOWN

Bethlehem Catholic High School, Bethlehem

Position Description

Position Title: Director of Advancement

Reports to: Principal

Status: Full-Time, Exempt, 12-Month

Salary Range: $75,000 - $95,000 annually.

Benefits: Health insurance, retirement, tuition remission for dependents, advanced professional development program with individual coaching and support

Summary

The Director of Advancement leads all philanthropic activity at Bethlehem Catholic, reporting to the principal. The posted position describes this as a multi-faceted development role encompassing major gifts, EITC and government scholarship programs, annual giving, planned giving, event planning, and grants, with 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.

Education

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred in nonprofit management, philanthropy, business administration, or a related field.
• CFRE designation is strongly preferred. The posted position lists CFRE as a plus; given the campaign context, candidates who hold or are actively pursuing CFRE should be prioritized.

Additional Conditions of Employment

Due to the nature and mission of the Catholic Church, all employees are bound to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Church regarding matters of faith and morals, including maintaining a lifestyle that is in conformity with the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Experience

• Minimum five years of progressively responsible fundraising experience, including direct major gift solicitation. The posted position lists 3-5 years;
• Demonstrated experience closing gifts of $10,000 or more at the individual donor level.
• 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.
• Supervisory experience required. Proficiency with donor database systems (DonorPerfect, Raiser's Edge, Bloomerang, or equivalent) required.

Additional Information

• 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.

PRIOR TO INTERVIEW: Clear records of Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH), Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Fingerprint Check as required under the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Act 153 of 2014 (at least 1 year old.) As well as attendance at a Protecting God's Children class and Mandated Reporter Training.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, bend, push, pull, talk and listen both in person and by telephone. Use of hands to operate standard office equipment with occasional reaching with hands and arms is required. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is continuously interacting with the public, staff and students. The employee frequently must meet multiple demands from several people.

Working Conditions: Year-round position; High School office environment. School operation hours are 7:35 a.m.-2:45 p.m.; Monday through Friday. This position is full-time, 35 hours per week. May be required to work in excess of normal work hours to attend meetings.

• Restrictions apply

EOE M/F/D/V