2026-2027 Advancement Associate

Job Title: Advancement Associate

Department: Staff

Position:  Exempt, Full-Time

Effective: February 10, 2026

Saint Patrick Catholic School is currently seeking an Advancement Associate to nurture and support the Director of Advancement and the administrative staff for the 2026-2027 Academic School Year. 

Overview

Founded in 2005, Saint Patrick Catholic School (Norfolk, Virginia) is an independent Catholic school with an enrollment of approximately 419 students in grades pre-kindergarten through eight. Boasting a vibrant and accomplished team of educators, the school encourages students to develop a growth mindset while creating an educational framework focused on reinforcing six "pillars" of education that support the total formation of each student. Saint Patrick Catholic School is a Glasser Quality School. 

Mission Statement

Saint Patrick Catholic School educates and nurtures the whole child - mind, body, and spirit to be a Christ-centered, compassionate, and courageous servant leader.

Faculty Expectations

• Model faith and service to the community


• Uphold the school’s vision of being authentically Catholic and warmly ecumenical


• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to establish servant leadership opportunities


• Promote a culture of respect for all members of the community


• Exhibit professionalism, positive relationships, and appropriate communication with all members of the community 

Responsibilities

• Work with the Alumni Coordinator on the Annual Fund, Giving Thanks Programs, and Annual Breakfast


• Manage all donor tracking and send out informational packages
  


• Process and maintain records of all gifts and pledge transactions


• Prepares receipts and acknowledgement letters for gifts received


• Assists in creating e-newsletters and all printed materials used for development and marketing


• Aids in the planning and implementation of all fundraising events and Evenings at Saint Patrick


• Responsible for ordering the Wolfhound Spirit Store merchandise and preparing all orders for pick-up


• Puts together the welcome packages to the new faculty and staff upon hire for HR


• Coordinates with parent volunteers for planned Hound Down Days


• Attends after-school events and assists with the concession stand when needed. 
  


• Attend regular faculty and department meetings and contribute to teamwork and positive morale 


• Participate in faith formation experiences


• Perform other duties as directed by the school administration

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, possess strong interpersonal skills
  


• Must be computer savvy and know Google Suite and Microsoft Office


• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods


• Must be able to lift at least 30 pounds, climb stairs, bend, crouch, crawl, stoop, and run


• Authorized to work in the United States
  

Education and Experience

• College Degree preferred


• Great opportunity for someone looking to get into the Marketing or Advertising field


• Administrative/Office experience a plus! 

Benefits

• Competitive salaries based on experience


• Retirement Plan with company match


• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans


• Disability and Life Insurance Plans


• Legal Resource and Accident Plans 


• Retirement Plan with up to a 5% match
  

Saint Patrick Catholic School is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or genetic information.