Description

Princeton Day School is seeking an Associate Director of Annual Giving who will report to the Director of Development and will be a member of the Advancement Team. The successful candidate will possess a firm understanding of the role education plays in the lives of individuals and society at large and be passionate about cultivating relationships within the PDS community. 

The Associate Director of Annual Giving is responsible for helping reach annual giving fundraising goals through volunteer management, communications and creatively building donor engagement and stewardship strategies alongside the development team. Willingness to support and partner with colleagues across all advancement functions is a must.

For this position, the ideal candidate is expected to:

      Support operations for The PDS Fund through execution of appeals, stewardship, communication, and events.

      Manage parent and alumni annual giving volunteers by providing materials and guidance for their outreach and coordinating volunteer events.

      Manage a portfolio of prospective donors, including leadership prospects. 

      Assist in PDS Fund analysis and help suggest new participation strategies for parents and alumni.

      Play an active role in managing the Advancement Office’s partnership with GiveCampus and other potential fundraising technologies.

      Execution of all Day of Giving elements – email solicitations, volunteer activities, and campus involvement. 

      In partnership with Director of Development and Communications colleagues, assist in the creation of the Annual Report.

      Assist and manage other projects as needed or assigned.

      Be a proactive member of the school community, attending athletic and artistic events, student presentations and other occasions.  

Qualifications and Personal Attributes:  

      Bachelor’s degree required 

      3-5 Years of experience in fundraising is preferred 

      Mission-driven, with an understanding of the role education plays in the lives of individuals and society at large. 

      Track record of professionalism, fundraising success, and both project and volunteer management.

      Detail oriented but mindful of the bigger picture. 

      A collegial team player who appreciates the interdependence of a small, high-performing advancement shop. 

      Committed to learning and growth in a department and school that is committed to measuring outcomes and continuous improvement.

Compensation Range: $80,000-$90,000 a year (this role is eligible for benefits)

This position works 5-days a week in the office located in Princeton, NJ (beautiful setting in our historic Colross building) and must be able to work occasional evenings and weekend events. This position is a great opportunity for the right candidate to join a community that fosters growth. 

At Princeton Day School, offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package is one way we recognize our employee’s contribution to the success of the school and our role in helping our employees and their families be healthy, feel secure and maintain work/life balance.  Full-time and part-time employees who are regularly scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week are eligible for PDS’ competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous 403(b) match, paid time off, and many other valuable benefits.  

Princeton Day School is the region's premier independent day school for students from Pre-K through Grade 12. We aspire to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive community in which all members are seen, challenged, affirmed, respected and valued. Nestled on a picturesque 106-acre campus just two miles from Downtown Princeton and with a history dating back to 1899, PDS provides students with unparalleled opportunities for discovery, exploration and innovation and seeks employees who are passionate about their work and who embrace the importance of lifelong learning.

Qualified candidates should submit the following to be considered: 

      Resume

      Cover Letter

      Three (3) professional references

To apply: Princeton Day School Employment Application