Job Description

Cathedral Preparatory School, part of Villa Maria Cathedral Preparatory Catholic School System and the Roman Catholic Diocese of Erie, is seeking a dynamic and driven professional who is passionate about relationship-building and growing sustainable annual support for the schools. The director will be the lead advocate for alumni and provide insights and feedback to leadership.

Essential Job Functions

• Plan and execute alumni signature events while striving to engage more alumni in the life of the school.
• Manage the annual fund program to increase the number of annual fund donors and overall annual funds.
• Work with leadership of the Advancement department, school leadership, faculty, students and the Board of Directors to strengthen alumni relations with all three alumni bases, increase participation and engagement.
• Serve as the project lead on alumni events and work closely with all class agents to market and coordinate the events.
• Lead the development and implementation of an alumni association that fosters meaningful connections among alumni, supports lifelong engagement through events, networking opportunities, and alumni-focused initiatives including volunteering, class visits, and mentorship.
• Create and distribute a bi-monthly alumni e-newsletter, while gathering and curating content. Work with the marketing department.
• Identify and recommend alumni for speaking opportunities.
• Work with the Assistant Vice President to define goals, metrics, segmentation, and execution for the annual fund program including strategy development, solicitations, tracking, and reporting.
• Manage the annual fund program and sponsorships for signature events and manage the execution of follow-up sponsorship components.
• Benchmark with peer institutions and communicate industry best practices.
• Track all contact with donors and prospects in Raiser's Edge software.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Education and Professional Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or related field
• Prep or Villa Maria Academy alumni would be ideal
• Three to five years of experience in alumni relations/annual giving or similar fundraising role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• Experience with Blackbaud and Canva software a plus

Abilities Required

• Exceptional professionalism and excellent customer service skills with a "service to others" philosophy
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proven track record as a fundraiser
• Excellent attention to detail and follow-up skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments and tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment

Requirements

• Sit for extended periods of time.
• Move throughout the day including, standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing stairs.
• Lift material weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Work with frequent interruptions, occasional travel, and occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• Tuition discount

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Some weekends or irregular hours
• Work Location: In person

Please forward your letter of interest and resume to:

Geri Haines, Human Resources Manager

Villa Maria Cathedral Preparatory Catholic School System

250 West 10th Street, Erie, PA 16501

Or via email:  geri.haines@cathedralprep.com

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