Director of Annual Giving and Alumni/ae Engagement

St. Paul Academy and Summit School seeks candidates for the position of Director of Annual Giving and Alumni / ae Engagement.

About St. Paul Academy and Summit School :

St. Paul Academy and Summit School (SPA) is a coeducational, non-sectarian, college preparatory day school serving more than 920 students in kindergarten through grade 12. Our two campuses are located approximately a mile apart in St. Paul, Minnesota, serving Grades K-5 on our Goodrich Campus and Grades 6-12 on our Randolph Campus . The school draws students from St. Paul, Minneapolis, and throughout the eastern and western suburbs.

Our mission -shaping the minds and the hearts of the people who will change the world-is a promise to our students and our families, and it pushes us to be thoughtful about everything we do. It inspires us to be our best and reminds us that we have the responsibility to respect the unique potential in every child. Our mission gives us purpose and represents our greatest aspirations and values. But most of all, it reflects our deep belief in the talents and capabilities of our students.

For additional information about the school's curriculum, community, and culture, please visit our website at www.spa.edu .

Position Begins : January 2025

Status : Full-time, exempt

Department : Institutional Advancement

Salary Range : $65,000- $80,000

Position Description :

The Director of Annual Giving and Alumni / ae Engagement will be responsible for creating, managing and implementing a successful annual giving program. The Director is responsible for direct marketing, digital and web based marketing, volunteer engagement and management, and annual giving donor recognition. The Director will also provide strategic direction and oversight to the overall Alumni / ae Relations program including a number of core Alumni / ae Engagement programs. In addition, they will manage a personal portfolio of alumni / ae prospects to maximize individual giving potential, and implement strategic approaches to build strong and meaningful connections that lead to increased levels of giving.

Success is determined by campaign and alumni / ae program execution, meeting budgeted dollar goals, for communicating appreciation to donors at all levels in a timely fashion, for developing and maintaining effective relationships with volunteers, and for qualifying a portfolio of alumni / ae prospects as part of a comprehensive advancement program. The position reports to the Director of Institutional Advancement.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

Annual Giving :

Manage the annual giving program, budget, vendors and staff, including direct mail, electronic and web based fundraising for all gifts below the Leadership Giving Society ($2,500 ).

Develop a strategic focus on increased alumni / ae giving including opportunities around reunion giving, young alumni / ae giving and day of giving activities.

Create dynamic messages that connect with alumni / ae, parents and friends of the school to develop annual giving solicitations, marketing, and communications materials.

Develop fundraising achievement plans that include goals, priorities, outcomes, action steps, and timetables.

Manage a robust portfolio of volunteer committees in support of annual giving for the parent, alumni / ae and faculty / staff campaigns.

Manage the annual giving donor stewardship and recognition program.

Prepare and interpret reports that provide annual giving progress information and trends.

Serve as a member of the individual giving team, carrying a targeted portfolio of alumni / ae prospects focusing on qualification, cultivation, solicitation, gift closure and stewardship.

Alumni / ae Engagement

Provide strategic direction to the overall Alumni / ae Relations program to create, foster and nurture a mutually beneficial relationship between the school and its alumni / ae

Direct and build key alumni / ae engagement programs including :

Regional Alumni / ae Program and Events

Athletics Hall of Fame

Distinguished Alumni / ae Program

In conjunction with the Director of Institutional Advancement, provide oversight of the following programs managed by the Assistant Director of Annual Giving and Alumni / ae Engagement :

Annual Alumni / ae Reunion Program

Alumni / ae Council

Alumni / ae Speaker Series

Class Agent Program

Alumni / ae Spotlight Series

Alumni / ae Newsletter and Alumni / ae Athletics Newsletter

Alumni / ae social media strategy and execution

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree.

Five to seven years demonstrated successful fundraising, volunteer management, events management, marketing or related experience.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, fundraising technology skills, and project development skills. Preferred : experience using CRM software, preferably Raiser's Edge.

Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word.

Demonstrate significant, hands-on management skills. A successful track record in managing complex projects to completion involving volunteers or cross functional teams is essential.

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Sound listening skills and attention to detail.

Commitment to personal and professional growth.

Ability to effectively plan, implement, monitor and evaluate programs and initiatives.

Display comfort in a fast-paced, results oriented environment.

Enthusiastic and motivated team member.

Benefits :

Benefits include a comprehensive health insurance plan through HealthPartners, Nice healthcare (a free virtual and in person health plan), dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off, and free lunch during the school year. The retirement plan is through TIAA and has a generous matching contribution. The School offers a robust program of professional development, career growth, and leadership opportunities. A sabbatical program is also available. Tuition remission is also available for children of employees as well as complimentary before and after school care.

How to Apply :

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, statement of teaching philosophy, and a list of references. To apply, please visit our website at www.spa.edu / careers .

SPA is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse faculty and staff, and maintaining a workplace culture in which all are treated equitably.

Salary : $65,000 - $80,000