What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Development and Alumni Relations position at The Bement School?
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Posted: 21-Mar-25
Location: Deerfield, Massachusetts
Type: Full Time
Categories
Development/Fund Raising
Salary Details
Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits package including health and life/disability insurance, retirement plan with employer match, and tuition remission. Relocation expense allowance if applicable.
The Director of Development and Alumni Relations is responsible for developing, implementing, and achieving the development strategy for The Bement School, which includes fundraising, family relations, alumni engagement, and donor relations.
Primary Responsibilities
Serve as a member of Bement’s Leadership Team.
Create, implement, and lead the annual development strategy.
Establish short and long-range goals for funding, including planned giving.
Produce solicitations/support materials with the intent to retain or increase the amount and value of gifts.
Cultivate and nurture relationships with current and potential donors, including occasional domestic and international travel.
Supervise and coordinate staff activities while maintaining donor database and paper records of contributors and donations.
Assist in creating various communications such as The Bement Bulletin,The Report of Giving, The Look Ahead, and alumni publications.
Supervise alumni relations efforts, including alumni events.
Review significant publications with the Director of Admission before release.
The Director will play a critical role in refining systems and processes to maximize the effectiveness of Bement’s advancement office and capital campaign. By streamlining workflows and strategically using data, he/she will help boost both operational efficiency and fundraising outcomes.
Innovative Donor Engagement: Deepening engagement with Bement’s existing donor base (international and domestic) while identifying new prospects is essential. The Director will be challenged to bring creativity to donor cultivation, expanding and strengthening Bement’s supporter network.
Leveraging Bement’s Alumni Community: By reengaging the Bement alumni community, the Director can help increase support for Bement’s mission and broaden its impact.
Team Development: The Director must build trust within a talented senior admin team and contribute to a supportive environment where each member feels empowered, supported, and inspired to advance the school’s mission and vision.
Campaign Strategy and Execution: The Director will lead Bement’s Second Century Campaign strategy, coordinating planning and logistics to ensure efficient execution. This includes thoughtful donor engagement, timeline management, and aligning resources for immediate and long-term goals.
Minimum of 7 years of administrative experience in a similar capacity, preferably with direct knowledge of independent schools.
Bachelor's degree in a related field or additional equivalent experience.
Skills And Knowledge
Proven management and leadership capabilities.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and thorough understanding of strategic development.
Demonstrated ability to prospect, cultivate, and steward potential donors.
Proficient at using computers, including the Google Suite and the Internet.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated attention to detail.
Experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Strong organizational skills for multi-tasking and prioritizing responsibilities and strong problem-solving skills.
Must be able to work independently on multiple projects simultaneously and work well under limited time constraints.
Additional Requirements
Successfully complete a criminal background check.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusivity and to serving the needs of a diverse and inclusive community with diplomacy and tact.
Positive attitude with a proven ability to maintain confidentiality.
Regular and consistent attendance and punctuality is required and a condition of employment.
A valid passport and willingness and ability to occasionally travel domestically and internationally.
All faculty and staff must occasionally perform different duties during special events.
Interested and qualified candidates should electronically submit in a single email, but as separate PDF documents, the following materials: a cover letter expressing their interest in this particular position; a current résumé; an annotated list of five professional references with name, phone number, and email address (references will be contacted only with prior candidate approval).
Email to Tucker Hastings at tucker@bigbackpack.org
(617)653-0844
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About The Bement School
The Bement School, founded in 1925, is a coeducational day and boarding school in Deerfield, Massachusetts serving students in Kindergarten through Grade Nine. Guided by an exceptional faculty, Bement students engage in a rigorous and joyful academic program balancing achievement across the academic, athletic, artistic, and leadership realms. The Bement School possesses a strong global reputation as an excellent junior boarding school with an exceptional record of secondary school placements. Students come to Bement seeking a strong academic and cultural preparation for secondary school. Our students are excited to face new challenges, happy to collaborate with their peers, and committed to an open community based on kindness and connection with their peers and teachers.
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Posted: 21-Mar-25
Location: Deerfield, Massachusetts
Type: Full Time
Categories
Development/Fund Raising
Salary Details
Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits package including health and life/disability insurance, retirement plan with employer match, and tuition remission. Relocation expense allowance if applicable.
The Director of Development and Alumni Relations is responsible for developing, implementing, and achieving the development strategy for The Bement School, which includes fundraising, family relations, alumni engagement, and donor relations.
Primary Responsibilities
Serve as a member of Bement’s Leadership Team.
Create, implement, and lead the annual development strategy.
Establish short and long-range goals for funding, including planned giving.
Produce solicitations/support materials with the intent to retain or increase the amount and value of gifts.
Cultivate and nurture relationships with current and potential donors, including occasional domestic and international travel.
Supervise and coordinate staff activities while maintaining donor database and paper records of contributors and donations.
Assist in creating various communications such as The Bement Bulletin,The Report of Giving, The Look Ahead, and alumni publications.
Supervise alumni relations efforts, including alumni events.
Review significant publications with the Director of Admission before release.
The Director will play a critical role in refining systems and processes to maximize the effectiveness of Bement’s advancement office and capital campaign. By streamlining workflows and strategically using data, he/she will help boost both operational efficiency and fundraising outcomes.
Innovative Donor Engagement: Deepening engagement with Bement’s existing donor base (international and domestic) while identifying new prospects is essential. The Director will be challenged to bring creativity to donor cultivation, expanding and strengthening Bement’s supporter network.
Leveraging Bement’s Alumni Community: By reengaging the Bement alumni community, the Director can help increase support for Bement’s mission and broaden its impact.
Team Development: The Director must build trust within a talented senior admin team and contribute to a supportive environment where each member feels empowered, supported, and inspired to advance the school’s mission and vision.
Campaign Strategy and Execution: The Director will lead Bement’s Second Century Campaign strategy, coordinating planning and logistics to ensure efficient execution. This includes thoughtful donor engagement, timeline management, and aligning resources for immediate and long-term goals.
Minimum of 7 years of administrative experience in a similar capacity, preferably with direct knowledge of independent schools.
Bachelor's degree in a related field or additional equivalent experience.
Skills And Knowledge
Proven management and leadership capabilities.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and thorough understanding of strategic development.
Demonstrated ability to prospect, cultivate, and steward potential donors.
Proficient at using computers, including the Google Suite and the Internet.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated attention to detail.
Experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Strong organizational skills for multi-tasking and prioritizing responsibilities and strong problem-solving skills.
Must be able to work independently on multiple projects simultaneously and work well under limited time constraints.
Additional Requirements
Successfully complete a criminal background check.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusivity and to serving the needs of a diverse and inclusive community with diplomacy and tact.
Positive attitude with a proven ability to maintain confidentiality.
Regular and consistent attendance and punctuality is required and a condition of employment.
A valid passport and willingness and ability to occasionally travel domestically and internationally.
All faculty and staff must occasionally perform different duties during special events.
Interested and qualified candidates should electronically submit in a single email, but as separate PDF documents, the following materials: a cover letter expressing their interest in this particular position; a current résumé; an annotated list of five professional references with name, phone number, and email address (references will be contacted only with prior candidate approval).
Email to Tucker Hastings at tucker@bigbackpack.org
(617)653-0844
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About The Bement School
The Bement School, founded in 1925, is a coeducational day and boarding school in Deerfield, Massachusetts serving students in Kindergarten through Grade Nine. Guided by an exceptional faculty, Bement students engage in a rigorous and joyful academic program balancing achievement across the academic, athletic, artistic, and leadership realms. The Bement School possesses a strong global reputation as an excellent junior boarding school with an exceptional record of secondary school placements. Students come to Bement seeking a strong academic and cultural preparation for secondary school. Our students are excited to face new challenges, happy to collaborate with their peers, and committed to an open community based on kindness and connection with their peers and teachers.
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