What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Development position at Saint Andrew's School?
Saint Andrew's School - Boca Raton, FL
Saint Andrew’s School has engaged DovetailED to lead this search. Interested candidates should email a cover letter (addressed to Chief Advancement Officer, Sean Brown), a resume, and a list of at least three professional references consolidated as a single PDF document to Zack Lehman at zack@dovetailedsourcing.com, and Alison Moore, Senior Recruiter, at alison@dovetailedsourcing.com.
Please do not contact the school directly.
About Saint Andrew’s School
Saint Andrew's School is an independent, co-educational school for grades PK-12, Saint Andrew's is both a day school and a boarding school, educating students from across the United States and throughout the world. As a college preparatory school in the Episcopal tradition, Saint Andrew's welcomes students of all faiths, customs, cultures, and beliefs. "Honor Above All," academic excellence and education in Mind, Body, and Spirit reflect Saint Andrew's experience. We are committed to educating the "whole child" while instilling a dedication to lifelong learning.
Saint Andrew’s School seeks employees who are committed to our mission to provide educational excellence in an inclusive community, fostering lifelong learning and nurturing each individual in mind, body, and spirit in the Episcopal tradition. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds and experiences will help us promote an inclusive school culture. We are committed to respecting the dignity of each member of our community, and we strive to recruit a diverse and talented faculty and staff.
Position Summary
The Director of Development (DOD) is a key leader within the Advancement team, reporting to and serving as a strategic partner to the Chief Advancement Officer. This role is responsible for designing and implementing strategic initiatives to:
Duties And Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Collaboration
Saint Andrew’s School is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, gender, race, religion, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability or handicap, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with the requirement of all federal, state, and local laws.
Saint Andrew’s is a drug-free workplace. All employees must successfully maintain an acceptable Level II criminal background check. Saint Andrew’s School may, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet the school’s changing needs.
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Saint Andrew’s School has engaged DovetailED to lead this search. Interested candidates should email a cover letter (addressed to Chief Advancement Officer, Sean Brown), a resume, and a list of at least three professional references consolidated as a single PDF document to Zack Lehman at zack@dovetailedsourcing.com, and Alison Moore, Senior Recruiter, at alison@dovetailedsourcing.com.
Please do not contact the school directly.
About Saint Andrew’s School
Saint Andrew's School is an independent, co-educational school for grades PK-12, Saint Andrew's is both a day school and a boarding school, educating students from across the United States and throughout the world. As a college preparatory school in the Episcopal tradition, Saint Andrew's welcomes students of all faiths, customs, cultures, and beliefs. "Honor Above All," academic excellence and education in Mind, Body, and Spirit reflect Saint Andrew's experience. We are committed to educating the "whole child" while instilling a dedication to lifelong learning.
Saint Andrew’s School seeks employees who are committed to our mission to provide educational excellence in an inclusive community, fostering lifelong learning and nurturing each individual in mind, body, and spirit in the Episcopal tradition. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds and experiences will help us promote an inclusive school culture. We are committed to respecting the dignity of each member of our community, and we strive to recruit a diverse and talented faculty and staff.
Position Summary
The Director of Development (DOD) is a key leader within the Advancement team, reporting to and serving as a strategic partner to the Chief Advancement Officer. This role is responsible for designing and implementing strategic initiatives to:
- Increase philanthropic support for the Saint Andrew’s Fund;
- Enhance engagement with Saint Andrew’s alumni worldwide;
- Establish and track key performance metrics, assessing progress toward annual fundraising goals.
Duties And Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Collaboration
- Partner with the Chief Advancement Officer on key strategic initiatives, including but not limited to annual giving, alumni engagement, and planning and executing a comprehensive campaign estimated at up to $100 million.
- Work closely with the Saint Andrew’s Fund team to develop and execute the annual giving strategy.
- Collaborate with various internal teams to align fundraising efforts with events, communications, and stewardship initiatives.
- Develop and implement strategies to grow annual giving to exceed $3 million annually.
- Collaborate with the SA Fund team to enhance fundraising from alumni, parents, and other key donors.
- Manage solicitation and communication programs, including direct mail, email campaigns, telemarketing, and annual giving publications with support from the marketing & communications team.
- Analyze annual giving performance, making data-driven adjustments to exceed goals.
- Work with advancement services to develop reports and tools that enhance the team’s efficiency and effectiveness.
- Coordinate with marketing & communications to align print, digital, and social media outreach with Advancement strategies.
- Represent Saint Andrew’s School at Advancement events, engaging with donors and stakeholders to strengthen relationships.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Advancement Officer.
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 7 years of related professional experience, ideally in an independent school or nonprofit setting.
- Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.
- Experience in using development software, Raiser’s Edge preferred.
- Strong strategic thinking and leadership abilities.
- Proven ability to develop and implement fundraising and engagement strategies.
- Experience working with volunteers, advisory boards, and key donors.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
- Data-driven mindset, able to analyze fundraising metrics and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Collaborative and adaptable team player, eager to support the broader Advancement mission.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion when handling donor and institutional information.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
- Domestic travel as needed.
- Willingness to engage fully in the life of the school, representing Saint Andrew’s with credibility, energy, and enthusiasm.
- Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive working environment.
- Commitment to a growth mindset and continuous professional development.
Saint Andrew’s School is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, gender, race, religion, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability or handicap, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with the requirement of all federal, state, and local laws.
Saint Andrew’s is a drug-free workplace. All employees must successfully maintain an acceptable Level II criminal background check. Saint Andrew’s School may, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet the school’s changing needs.
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