Position Type: Development/Development Director Date Posted: 10/7/2024 Location: Archbishop Murphy, Everett Position: Development Director FSLA Status: Exempt Time: 7:30 AM-4:00 PM (Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate meetings and events.) Posted: October 3, 2024 Start Date: November REPORTS TO: President JOB SUMMARY: Archbishop Murphy High School seeks a passionate and driven Development Director to join our private Catholic high school. The Development Director is responsible for leading, coordinating, and overseeing all aspects of the school's fundraising initiatives and managing the development team. This role involves collaborating with the Director of Admissions and Marketing to design and implement robust communications and stewardship strategies to support the school's growth and engagement tools. Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Professional experience with non-profit organizations, including demonstrated success in advancement and development with an emphasis on cultivating and soliciting major gifts.
- High energy and passion for Catholic education.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Experience in community building and volunteer coordination.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with community stakeholders.
- Capable of constructing, articulating, and implementing annual strategic development plans to secure funding for operations and capital projects.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Proficient computer skills, including CRM and Microsoft Office Suite.
Salary Range: $85,000-$100,000. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant's skills, and prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications. Benefits: A comprehensive package includes two medical plan options: dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long-term disability, 403(b), HSA, and generous sick leave, vacation, and holidays. Application Process: To apply, complete the Seattle Archdiocese Employment Application on the Seattle Archdiocese website: After completion of the above online application, submit a cover letter and resume with acknowledgment of the application's completion to: Samantha Morales, HR Manager, (...@am-hs.org) Archbishop Murphy High School 12911 39th Avenue SE Everett, WA 98208 Essential Functions
Fundraising - Works with the President to establish annual and long-term fundraising goals based on needed revenue and realistic donor and donor prospect base assessment.
- Plans and implements AMHS's annual fundraising program, which includes the annual Fund, Auction, STAR Breakfast, Business Partnerships, Athletics Sponsorships, and other campaigns and special events.
- Implements Board-approved Capital Campaigns to achieve the school's long-term objectives.
- Develops and executes planned giving, endowment, and stewardship programs for all donor groups.
- Collaborates with the President and other resources to identify, cultivate, and engage potential donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations.
- Conducts research on donor prospects, including individuals, corporations, and foundations, oversees donor profiling, and manages donor file systems to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the donor database.
- Partners with the President to create a cultivation program for all donor prospects, incorporating tailored strategies for high-potential donors across all constituencies.
- Follows up on all solicitations as needed to ensure maximum success.
Special Events Coordination - Directs and supervises the management of DREAM Auction, STAR Breakfast and other special events.
- Supports athletics and other departments in event coordination and direction.
Administrative - Designs and oversees the implementation of the Alumni Relations program.
- Oversees the management of databases and all records, files, and gift processing.
- Oversees the management of pledge reminder and acknowledgment programs.
- Works to project the annual fundraising budget required to implement the annual fundraising plan. Monitors the budget and requests amendments as needed.
- Works with the Communications Director to develop cultivation, public relations, and solicitation materials, including a case for support, direct mail brochures and letters, corporate and foundation proposals, brochures, invitations, videos, press releases, annual reports, and other publications as needed.
- Produces monthly reports on development activities for the Board of Trustees.
- Attends Executive Team and Board of Trustees Committee Meetings and represents AMHS at other meetings, activities, and public events.
- Serves on the Advancement Committee of the Board of Trustees.
Additional Responsibilities - Serves and contributes as part of the Executive Team.
- Willingness to work flexible hours to support donor outreach and special events.
Complete other duties as assigned by the President. Our Mission Archbishop Thomas J. Murphy High School is a Catholic college preparatory school that welcomes students of all faiths. True to the spirit of the Gospel, Archbishop Murphy High School nurtures the full development of God's gifts to each student, fosters service as an outgrowth of faith, and values diversity. Working with parents as partners in this educational ministry, we strive for academic excellence, spiritual enrichment, and Christ like leadership to transform the world. Located in south Everett, Washington, Archbishop Murphy High School is a private Catholic high school known for its faith-filled community, academic excellence focusing on college preparation, active student involvement through Christian service, exceptional athletic programs, and various performing arts programs, clubs, and activities. We offer a safe, supportive environment with small class sizes and individual attention.