Rockville, Maryland
Posted: 15-May-25
Location: Bedford, New York
Type: Full Time
Salary: $125,000-$150,000
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Rippowam Cisqua School seeks an experienced fundraising professional for the position of Director of Development. The Director of Development serves as a member of the Senior Administrative team, is an ex-officio member of the Board of Trustees, and reports directly to the Head of School.
The Director of Development is responsible for the strategic planning and implementation of all fundraising activities at the school. The Director of Development works closely with the Head of School and the Advancement Committee of the Board of Trustees to promote the economic sustainability of the school through various fundraising instruments, including the Annual Fund, bi-annual Auction, and capital campaigns. The Director of Development also supervises the Associate Director of Advancement and the Director of Advancement Operations.
The Director of Development will work in partnership with the Head of School and the Capital Campaign Committee to establish the next stage for capital fundraising at RCS, which may include a campaign for the school’s endowment.
The ideal candidate for the position will:
- Be deeply committed to the education of children in a mission-driven setting and appreciate the uniqueness and value of an independent school education
- Promote a culture of philanthropy at the school
- In partnership with the Head of School, the Chief Financial Officer, and the Advancement Committee of the Board of Trustees, establish an annual budget goal for the Annual Fund and for any other fundraising activities, including capital campaigns.
- Utilize fundraising databases to manage donor data, and track engagement to enhance the advancement strategy. Leverage data analytics to develop and track key performance indicators to evaluate fundraising performance and develop strategic development initiatives. Familiarity with the Blackbaud database system is a plus.
- Implement digital fundraising tools and platforms to enhance outreach and community engagement
- Have experience managing fundraising consultants
- Immerse themself in the life of the School and cultivate relationships with donors across the giving spectrum
- In partnership with the entire Advancement Office, coordinate all major social events for parents, alumni, and other groups
- Increase alumni engagement and evaluate existing alumni programming for efficacy
- Serve as a primary point of contact for external relations with other local civic groups and work to promote greater interconnectedness between institutions
- Be and organized and highly motivated individual with exceptional attention to detail, a commitment to teamwork, and strong communication skills
Rippowam Cisqua School aspires to meet candidates from a wide range of backgrounds. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree or higher, a minimum of three years of fundraising experience at an independent school (including in major gifts and/or capital campaigns), and possess a deep understanding of the culture, expectations, and nuances of independent school fundraising. This is a full-time, exempt position with compensation ranging between $125,000 - $150,000, commensurate with experience. A healthy array of benefits, including tuition remission, are available for all full-time employees.
Instructions to Apply
Please email a cover letter indicating specific interest in Rippowam Cisqua School and the Director of Development position, a current resume, and a list of three to five references (no contact will be made without candidate approval).
Candidates should send the requested documents (in PDF form) to devsearch@rcsny.org. All candidate applications will be reviewed and kept confidential until the search committee elects to interview candidates on campus. All contact with the School regarding this search should be done through the email address above. Questions should be emailed and should indicate “Candidate Question” in the subject line. Please do not contact the School via phone.
Rippowam Cisqua School has a longstanding policy of providing Equal Opportunities for all persons in employment. All qualified applicants for employment will be recruited, hired, and assigned on the basis of merit, without regard to race, religious beliefs, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law. The employment policies and practices of the school ensure that all qualified employees are treated equally and with no discrimination in compensation, opportunities for advancement (including promotions and transfers), training, and discipline.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@rcsny.org.