Director of Community Engagement and Academy Giving

Great Hearts Academies; San Antonio (TX); Sur place; USD 48 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Exceptional Benefits

Texas Teacher Retirement System

Professional development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Great Hearts Academies is seeking a Director of Community Engagement and Family Giving at Great Hearts Western Hills to drive the annual Community Investment campaign, cultivate donor relationships, and expand outreach to boost enrollment and strengthen the academy's reputation.

The role requires strong communication and relationship-building skills, with collaboration across campus and GHTX Development, Marketing and Enrollment teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 2–3 years of fundraising, sales, marketing, or related field.
• Strong communication, storytelling and presentation skills.
• Experience with enrollment marketing and community outreach is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting to inform decisions.
• Spanish language ability is an asset; CFRE designation is an asset.

Responsabilités

• Lead planning and execution of the Community Investment campaign to meet and exceed goals.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with families, faculty, alumni, and community stakeholders for support.
• Identify and cultivate matching gifts, partnerships, and small grants for fundraising initiatives.
• Maintain gift entry and constituent data records using approved platforms.
• Increase Community Investment visibility at events and meetings to foster philanthropy.

Connaissances

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Initiative & prioritization

Data analysis

Enrollment marketing

Mission alignment

Spanish (asset)

CFRE (asset)

Formation

Bachelor's Degree

Outils

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Raiser's Edge

Classy

Description du poste

Position

Director of Community Engagement and Family Giving

Location

Great Hearts Western Hills

FLSA Status

Exempt, Salaried

Salary

$48,000-$60,000

Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty

• Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost
• Texas Teacher Retirement System
• Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, fromgreat booksseminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities

Description

This role sits at the intersection of development and community relations. The Director of Community Engagement and Academy Giving (DCE) advances the academy’s mission by securing financial support through the annual Community Investment campaign and other giving opportunities, expanding outreach when necessary, and strengthening community ties. Reporting to the campus Headmaster, with functional support from GHTX Development as well as Marketing and Enrollment teams, the DCE plans and executes annual Community Investment campaigns, cultivates donor relationships, and fosters partnerships to boost student enrollment and enhance the academy’s reputation. This role requires strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills. The DCE regularly collaborates with faculty, parents, volunteers, and the broader community to align fundraising priorities with the academy’s mission and effectively expand the academy’s brand and outreach.

Responsibilities

Fundraising and Development

• Lead the planning and execution of the Community Investment campaign in alignment with GHTX strategies to meet and exceed goals.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with academy families, faculty, alumni, and community stakeholders to secure financial support.
• Identify and cultivate matching gifts, partnerships, and small grant opportunities toward the Community Investment fund and other fundraising initiatives.
• Using approved platforms, maintain standard operating procedures for gift entry and constituent data records.
• Maintain Community Investment visibility at events, meetings, and other vital channels to foster a culture of philanthropy.
• Report on key metrics and trends to the academy headmasters.
• Attend regular meetings with other Directors of Community Engagement and Academy Giving and central office support teams.

Community Engagement And Outreach

• Advance outreach and marketing impact through strategic efforts to increase brand awareness and enrollment demand according to the academy’s goals.
• Drive initiatives to build strong partnerships by assisting the administration in hosting events, family tours, and other programming.
• Manage or support campus communication channels as needed (email, social, website, etc).
• Serve as a key partner to the academy’s Academy Advisory Committee (AAC) and Parent Service Organization (PSO).
• Represent the academy at internal and external functions, maintaining a positive public image.
• Collaborate with GHTX Marketing and Enrollment teams to promote growth and re-enrollment.

Qualifications

Education

A Bachelor's Degree

Experience

Minimum of 2–3 years of successful experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, or a related field.

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation and storytelling abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an outgoing, relationship-oriented personality.
• Proven ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, and work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting to inform strategic decisions.
• Experience in enrollment marketing and community outreach is highly desirable.
• Commitment to Great Hearts Texas's mission and classical education principles.
• Fluency in Spanish is an asset.
• Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) designation is an asset.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Familiarity with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides).
• Experience with constituent databases and giving platforms; familiarity with Raiser's Edge and Classy is beneficial.
• Skilled in utilizing email marketing tools and managing social media outlets.

Travel Requirements

May need to travel locally to meet with academy families, attend school activities, and participate in community events.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform tasks involving standing, sitting, bending, squatting, reaching, and occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds. It may require moving or positioning equipment for events and activities.

Additional Information

• Must pass a mandatory background screening.
• Expected to follow the campus administrative schedule, including participation in summer and winter activities as required.
• Serve as a visible and active presence on campus, aligning with the culture and values of Great Hearts Texas.
• This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

US Work Authorization Isrequired

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.

Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.