Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement & Annual Giving

Purpose:

Jesuit education, also known as Ignatian education, is an approach to education inspired by the teachings and principles of St. Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), a Catholic religious order. Jesuit education is known for its emphasis on intellectual rigor, moral and ethical development, and the holistic formation of individuals. Jesuit education is not limited to Catholic students, and our own and many more Jesuit institutions welcome students of various religious backgrounds. The principles of Jesuit education have been influential in the development of a well-rounded, values-based approach to education that extends beyond the classroom and into the broader community.

Prep seeks an Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement & Annual Giving who will work under the general supervision of the Director of Advancement. This position joins an Advancement Office team which manages the school’s fundraising through annual, major, capital, and planned giving programs; alumni and constituent relations; and special events including the SPREE Auction. The position’s primary responsibility is to create and implement programs that increase alumni engagement and philanthropic support of Seattle Prep.

Essential Functions:

1. Develop and execute a comprehensive alumni relations strategy that focuses on the cultivation and engagement of alumni.
2. Collaborate with Director of Advancement in developing a comprehensive alumni engagement strategy that advances alumni support and connection to Prep through innovative programming, thoughtful fundraising events and ongoing communication.
3. Maintain a portfolio of mid to major gift prospects, soliciting gifts for the annual fund, endowments, planned gifts, and campaigns as appropriate.
4. Develop and execute strategies to grow and steward class endowments, including donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
5. Establish meaningful relationships with alumni and the greater Prep community, consistently connecting with alumni and constituents through sincere conversations, meetings, and correspondence.
6. Develop an alumni mentorship program for current students and alumni to foster meaningful relationships.
7. Create and manage the Alumni Relations budget.
8. Ensure accurate and complete alumni records in Raiser’s Edge database, collaborating with the Assistant Director of Advancement Operation.
9. Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Advancement Events for all alumni events including: Homecoming, Senior Legacy Day, Alumni Legacy events, Reunion Weekend, Panther Golf Classic, Fr. Sullivan Alumni Run, Golden Panther Mass and Reception, Hall of Fame.
10. Lead and manage the Alumni Association Board and serve as staff resource to support alumni engagement efforts.
11. Plan, execute and manage annual Alumni Day of Giving.
12. Manage day-to-day correspondence with alumni, fielding requests, and keeping abreast of alumni updates via phone, email, website and social media.
13. Collaborate with the Communications team to coordinate alumni messaging and promote engagement through e-newsletters, social media, invitations, website updates and other communication platforms.
14. Provide content to the Communications team for alumni-related articles for the school magazine, Panther Tracks.
15. Manage individual class events, off-site class events, and other events outside of Seattle.
16. Grow and maintain professional competency in the field of Advancement and alumni relations work through professional reading, joining professional and attending professional development courses.
17. Participate in additional team meetings and activities as needed.
18. Consistently and reliably attend all contracted responsibilities in-person.
19. Consistently and reliably foster a spirit of collaboration by showing initiative, willingness to help others and commitment to team goals.

Minimum qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree and three years of related experience in development, fundraising, or alumni relations; or a combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.
• All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to Prep’s mission and values, especially as it relates to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Supportive of the mission of a Catholic, Jesuit high school and formation of the whole person.
• Event planning work experience.
• Ability to balance competing priorities in complex situations and manage tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Motivated, detail-oriented and customer-centered.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends during events.
• All employees must complete a criminal history background check and safe environment training upon hire and every 3 years.

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary Range: $81,000 - $90,000 annually. Salary is determined based on skills and qualifications.

Our excellent benefits package includes an allowance of $19,800 annually that may be applied to benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance and flexible spending account. Employees who do not elect insurance may choose to receive the benefits allowance as supplemental pay. Our 403b program includes up to a 7.5% employer contribution when employee match considerations are met. Generous time off, sick leave, and a school sponsored medical leave program.

Application Process:

Please submit a resume and cover letter online:

Seattle Preparatory School does not discriminate in its employment decisions or practices on the basis of gender, age, race, color, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation or any disability which can be reasonably accommodated in the administration of its educational policies and school administered programs.