Mission Advancement Coordinator

Saint Joseph Catholic School is seeking a dynamic and creative Mission Advancement Coordinator to work full-time, starting as soon as possible. The Mission Advancement Coordinator leads and manages the school’s development efforts in support of the mission of providing a strong Catholic education. This role is responsible for cultivating relationships with donors, alumni, parents, parish members, and community partners while developing and implementing fundraising initiatives that sustain and grow the school.

Fundraising & Development:

• Develop and implement an annual fundraising strategy aligned with the school’s mission and financial goals.
• Lead all fundraising initiatives including annual giving, major gifts, special campaigns, and donor appeals.
• Create and monitor a development plan with one-, three-, and five- year goals and objectives.
• Provide regular reporting that clearly tracks progress against annual and multi-year goals and benchmarks including reports and analytical summaries regarding ordinary income, gifts, pledges, campaigns, grants and other fundraising efforts.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors and prospective donors.
• Build meaningful relationships with parents, alumni, parishioners, and community supporters.
• Utilize Little Green Light and Parish Soft software to track and report on all aspects of constituent and donation management, event and fundraising campaigns, and online giving strategies. 

Donor Relations & Stewardship:

• Maintain a strong donor stewardship program including recognition, communication, and impact reporting.
• Manage donor database and gift tracking.
• Coordinate donor meetings, appreciation events, and recognition programs.
• Research grant opportunities; write and submit grant proposals as directed and approved by the Principal and Pastor.

Events & Campaigns: 

• Develop, organize, budget, oversee and support fundraising events such as galas, auctions, golf outings, or community events, including promotional materials, gift solicitations, media strategy, volunteer assistance and other event details.
• Coordinate annual giving campaigns and special fundraising initiatives.
• Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies to promote Saint Joseph Catholic School and enhance brand awareness.

Community Engagement:  

• Strengthen relationships between the school, parish, alumni, and broader community.
• Promote the school’s mission and impact through strategic communication and outreach.
• Meet personally with prospective donors and supporters on a continual basis to establish and strengthen a relationship with them.
• Maintain a strong focus on customer service and building rapport with the school community.

Strategic Collaboration:  

• Work with the Principal and leadership team to align development goals with school priorities.
• Collaborate closely with the Principal and Pastor to understand the financial needs of the school both short term and long term.
• Provide regular reports on fundraising progress and donor engagement.
• Collaborate with designated personnel on marketing materials, considering overall branding of Saint Joseph Parish and School. This includes creating and distributing promotional materials across various channels, such as print, digital, and social media.

Administrative Responsibilities: 

• Serve as a backup front office assistant, providing a wide range of services for students, parents, faculty, and staff.
• Conduct school tours for recruitment and enrollment purposes and work closely with the principal and school registrar on enrollment management.
• Attend meetings and special events as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferences and Qualifications:

• Passion for the mission of Catholic education.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Experience in fundraising, development, nonprofit leadership, or sales.
• Excellent communication and storytelling abilities.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to execute initiatives.
• Compliance with Safe Environment requirements.
• Positive references and recommendations.
• Successfully pass a criminal background check.

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and references to Principal Tony Garcia at [email protected]  

Salary Range per hour: $22 - $25

Benefits: Generous benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, retirement plan, employer paid and voluntary life insurance, employer paid STD and LTD; 10 paid sick days per year and 12 vacation days per year.