1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the supervision of the principal, the Development Director develops and implements the strategies necessary to gather resources; carries out the development activities required to achieve the goals of the school; ensures that the goals are adequately articulated and that a long-range plan is in place; oversees the coordination of development programs; works cooperatively with the school’s administrative team to develop positive public relations within and outside the school community; oversees the coordination of the work of volunteers assisting with development projects; coordinates communication with the benefactors of the school, members of the school’s Advisory Board and the Alumni Facebook account; conducts the annual giving campaign; performs any other job-related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal. It is highly recommended that the person be bilingual (Spanish) for this position.

III. DUTIES OF THE JOB:  * items are essential functions of job

• Strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education; shows evidence of knowledge of the Catholic philosophy of education; promotes gospel values and Catholic moral teaching; upholds the doctrinal teachings of the Catholic Church; provides opportunities for the students to be prepared for life in today’s Church and society. 

• Carries out established development policies; organizes a public relations program: writes press releases and serves as contact with the media; coordinates public relations functions; publishes a newsletter for alumni and friends; works with the webmaster to keep public relations information and alumni information updates on the web page; works with faculty/staff for clarification and insights into their role in school development; plans and arranges for donor recognition. Utilizes SnapChat, Twitter, etc. and other appropriate social media to promote the school. Coordinates the scholarship process for  graduates. 

• Conducts the annual giving campaign in collaboration with For Impact who organizes the campaign., which includes preparing solicitation materials, researching prospective major donors, soliciting major donors, preparing a Planned Gift Program involving bequests, annuities, outright gifts, etc. and in consultation with the ForImpact staff,  prepares the annual report. 

• Coordinates preparations for any capital campaign with the principal and parents.

1. Researches potential grant opportunities and oversees written grant proposals from faculty, staff, and parent groups.

• Oversees record keeping, acknowledgements, solicitation reports, and all correspondence as it relates to development and recruitment; provides accurate computerized financial records of development activities and shares information with administration, the on campus finance manager and the CFO of the Daughters of Charity; coordinates fundraising programs with the individuals responsible for various projects, especially for major anniversaries/celebrations.  Records all donor movements in DonorPerfect in collaboration with the For Impact mentor group. Is responsible for school tours for donors, alumni, or prospective new school families. Coordinates the TAX CREDIT information for school, parish and  parishes with no school. 

1. Attends monthly diocesan Development Directors’ meetings. Coordinates special experiences for major donors. Works with the principal to develop positive public relations within and outside the school community; provides support for local parent-teacher groups and the School Advisory Board; develops cooperative relationships with the parishes; develops a cooperative and friendly relationship with the local Catholic and public high schools; maintains an interest in the local civic community and fosters school participation when possible and appropriate. that all Oversees major and special events are videoed/photographed and archived.

• Assists in the coordination of the work of volunteers with development projects; oversees the progress of the Alumni. 

1. Performs any other job-related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal.

• REQUIRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Must be a practicing Catholic (BFOQ)

1. Must have initiative, creativity, and problem solving skills; judgment in handling different personalities and emerging situations; an ability to observe and actively listen in assessing financial planning and program needs; proficiency in good communication skills with both children and adults; a positive attitude in crisis situations; the ability to work cooperatively with others as well as the ability to delegate.

C. Must have knowledge and understanding of grant writing, planned giving, good writing skills,etc.