Director of Development                        

Don Bosco Technical Institute is a Catholic high school which offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum guided by the Salesian educational system of St. John Bosco. Since 1955, Bosco Tech has uniquely integrated academics and technology for qualified students of all religious, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds, bringing out the best in young learners while creating a welcoming environment that feels like home, school, church and playground for each student. As a learning community, we strive to cultivate graduates who are lifelong learners and critical thinkers, with a deep sense of faith, loving kindness, and civic responsibility.

Director of Development

Bosco Tech is seeking a highly motivated Director of Development who will be working closely with the school’s President and Board of Trustees to advance their philanthropic goals and initiatives.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Develop and execute a strategic, multi-year fundraising plan aligned with the goals of the institution. Oversee annual fund campaigns, endowment growth, capital campaigns, and donor engagement strategies.
• Establish and grow a robust planned giving program, including donor education, targeted outreach, stewardship, and solicitation.
• Coordinate management of all development related events, including but not limited to the following: Leadership Donor Dinner, Bosco Tech Golf Classic, Alumni Regional Receptions, Techmen Reunion Weekend, St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, and Graduation Reception.
• Oversee institutional marketing and communications (internal and external) to ensure consistent messaging to enhance visibility, brand integrity, and philanthropic support.
• Support admissions through strategic storytelling and community engagement.
• Manage departmental budget and reporting, ensuring alignment with institutional goals.
• Lead and develop the advancement team, creating a collaborative and accountable culture. Supervise Director of Foundation Relations, Director of Alumni Engagement, Director of Marketing and Communications, and Development Associate. Collaborate often with Admissions & Tuition Assistance Office, Academics, Technology, Facilities, and Youth Ministry.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• 5+ years of progressive development leadership experience, preferably in an independent school or other nonprofit/education setting.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated success in major gift cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Strong understanding of planned giving vehicles and donor relations best practices.
• Proven strategic planning and project management skills.
• Mission alignment with the Catholic Salesian tradition and the values of Don Bosco Technical Institute.
• All other tasks as assigned.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest along with resume to:

techhr@boscotech.edu

salary range $90,000.00 to $150,000.00 depending on experience and education