Position Description: 

The Director of Advancement leads all philanthropic activity at Bethlehem Catholic, reporting to the principal. The posted position describes this as a multi-faceted development role encompassing major gifts, EITC and government scholarship programs, annual giving,  planned giving, event planning, and grants, with ability to manage an office with a full-time advancement officer and part-time data staff. 

Qualifications:

Education: 

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred in nonprofit management, philanthropy, business administration, or a related field.
• CFRE designation is strongly preferred. 

Experience: 

• Minimum five years of progressively responsible fundraising experience, including direct major gift solicitation. 
• Demonstrated experience closing gifts of $10,000 or more at the individual donor level.
• Prior experience in a Catholic, independent school, or faith-based advancement strongly preferred.
• Experience with Pennsylvania EITC or comparable state scholarship tax credit programs is a significant advantage.
• Demonstrated experience with grant writing and foundation relations.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Proficiency with donor database systems (DonorPerfect, Raiser's Edge, Bloomerang, or equivalent) required.
  
  

 Additional Information: 

• Strong commitment to Catholic values and Catholic education.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Successful track record of raising major gifts.
• A high degree of credibility, integrity, and self-confidence is essential.
• Computer skills, including database and website experience.
• Valid PA driver's license.

General:

This position offers a competitive salary, health insurance, retirement benefits, tuition remission for dependents, and a robust professional development program with individual coaching and support.

How to Apply: 

Interested applicants must submit a resume, official college transcripts, Pastor's letter of recommendation, 3 letters of reference, and all required clearances to be submitted to:

Dr. Dean M. Donaher, KHS at [email protected]