What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Advancement Officer position at Foundation Academies?
Want to join our Family?
We are Foundation Academies : Trenton, New Jersey’s largest and highest-ranking K-12 free public charter school. Our mission is to ensure that all of our students secure the academic knowledge and skills to prepare them for the nation’s finest colleges and to instill in them the core values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty. We serve more than 1,000 of the city’s K-12 population across three schools on two campuses. We admit students by lottery, irrespective of gender, race, household income, or academic ability.
Our team of experienced and mission-driven urban educators values growth mindsets, lifelong learners, and individuals who believe that every child deserves an excellent education. We hold ourselves, our students, and our city to high standards because that’s what our families deserve.
The Opportunity :
As a key leader reporting directly to the CEO of Foundation Academy, the Chief Advancement Officer plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of the school through strategic leadership, bold vision, and tireless dedication to philanthropy. The Chief Advancement Officer is tasked with driving and expanding Foundation Academy's fundraising initiatives, building partnerships, and mobilizing resources to amplify the Academy's mission of equipping, excelling, empowering, and leading.
In this high-impact role, you will cultivate a dynamic philanthropic culture, manage a portfolio of 125 donors, multimillion campaigns and lead the organization to exceed ambitious revenue goals. You’ll be a forward-thinking leader who thrives on creating meaningful relationships and developing innovative strategies to support both immediate needs and long-term sustainability.
Your passion for social justice, commitment to community building, and ability to inspire those around you will guide Foundation Academy’s advancement efforts, positioning us as a leading institution committed to excellence and equity in education.
Schedule
Monday to Friday, 7 : 30 AM - 4 : 15 PM
Hybrid : 3 days in the office, 2 days remote)
Salary
155,000-$190,000
What is in it for you?
- Merit-based pay increases annually
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit plans
- Tax-deferred 403 b retirement account with 25% matching up to a certain amount
- Independent, conflict-free financial wellness advising through Spring Financial
- Optional short or long-term disability benefits through Aflac
- Smartphone and fully paid wireless plan through T-Mobile
- Windows-based work laptop computer
- Regular team-building activities and outings
- 10 sick days and 3 personal days that roll over annually
- Generous vacation time : 20 vacation days per year with 5 rolling over annually
- Employee contribution to the NJ PERS
- A rewarding career that positively impacts the lives of our amazing students
What will you be doing?
Strategic Leadership & Vision
Relationship Building & Donor Engagement
Operational Excellence & Team Development
Community Engagement & Presence
What do we require from you?
Semifinalist candidates will be required to provide unofficial transcripts, evidence of certification / eligibility, and 3 professional references.
Hired candidates are responsible for the following : official transcripts, criminal clearance (fingerprinting), and medical clearance (TB / Mantoux testing).
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement :
Foundation Academies is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Foundation Academies prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful and prohibited by Foundation Academies. It is also our policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Salary : $155,000 - $190,000
