Assistant Director of Development

To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references to:

Employment@mercyhs.com

Job Title: Assistant Director of Development – Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

About Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women

Our Lady of Mercy is an Independent Catholic all-girls middle and high school deeply rooted in the Mercy faith tradition. We welcome all girls in grades six through twelve — inclusive of all incomes, races, and faith affiliations — who are seeking an alternative to public school or who wish to continue to pursue a faith-based education. We have a strong history of providing quality education to young women, empowering them to excel academically, spiritually, socially, and emotionally. Our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, along with a dedication to Mercy values, sets us apart as a leader in Catholic education. Mercy builds life-changing competence, confidence, and compassion that prepares and inspires young women to achieve the highest level of success in college, in career, and the community.

Job Summary:

The position of Assistant Director of Development will focus the majority of their time securing sponsorships, planning, and executing all fundraising events managed by the Development Department. This includes the following annual events: The Spirit Gala (November), Meat Raffle (March), Pickleball Tournament (April), and Golf Tournament (June). In addition, the Assistant Director will coordinate Mercy’s annual Day of Giving in support of the Mercy Fund and work alongside the Vice President of Development on annual fundraising.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• In coordination with the Vice President of Development, solicit sponsors for all fundraising events originating out of the Development Office

• Responsible for identifying and bringing new donors into the annual fund pipeline

• Manage event logistics with both external vendors and internal contacts (facilities, food service, faculty)

• Steward event sponsors to build stronger relationships with Mercy. Handle sponsor correspondence related to marketing benefits (ads or signage), recognition, and payment

• Support the Spirit Gala co-chairs and any sub-committee chairs as needed to ensure their vision for the event is executed and fundraising goals are being met

• Recruit and coordinate event volunteers

• In consultation with the Marketing/Communications Department, manage the design and production of event invitations, promotional brochures, event programs, and other marketing materials

• Process event checks, invoices, and in-kind donations through the Finance Department

• Generate financial reports related to events and manage event budgets

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

• College degree and five-plus years of experience in a similar role

• Detail‐oriented with strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and manage multiple projects effectively

• Proven track record and desire to solicit sponsorships and gifts

• Ability to effectively work with volunteers

• Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal

• Knowledge of fundraising and auction software programs (i.e., Raiser’s Edge, Trellis) a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires prolonged periods at a computer desk

• Position requires a driver’s license, the ability to drive and to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time during events

In addition to key responsibilities, the Assistant Director of Development will perform other duties as assigned.

Pay Range:

• $65,000 - $70,000 a year (salary commensurate with experience). This is a full-time, exempt position.

“The information provided in this job description is designed to provide the general nature and level of work performed by team members within the job classification. The job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all work duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of team members assigned to this job. This job description will be updated, modified, and revised by the school, at its sole discretion, from time to time as it deems necessary to meet the business needs of the school.”

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women has a clear vision: to be a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay, and do their best work. Helping us achieve this vision is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Accordingly, all applicants for employment are to be treated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or citizen status, disability, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This policy pertains to every aspect of an individual’s relationship with the school, including but not limited to recruitment, selection, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, or termination.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Language:

• English (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Rochester, NY 14610: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $70,000