Carson Long Military Academy (“CLMA” or “School”), a college preparatory school with leadership training and a history dating back 175 years, is seeking a full-time Director of Development (“DoD”). CLMA has an enrollment of approximately 150 students (with potential to reach 180 students). Its mission is to inspire young men to strive for academic excellence, build strong character, and reach their highest potential as future responsible citizens and ethical leaders in a global community. It is CLMA’s expectation that the DoD will be a well-qualified professional who embraces this mission and is also a good fit with the School’s culture. The DoD will be subject to quarterly reviews by the School President and will be required to meet specific quarterly performance benchmarks. Those interested in applying for the DoD position are encouraged to visit the CLMA website (www.carsonlong.org) for additional information concerning the School.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports Directly to: School President
Position Summary: Responsible for creating and implementing all aspects of a comprehensive fundraising and marketing plan to accomplish the fundraising goals established by the School President.
Position Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions:
- Create and implement (upon approval) a coherent fundraising marketing plan to accomplish the fundraising goals established by the President.
- Initiate fundraising activities with the goal of securing $500,000 through the end of 2012.
- Devise and manage a program designed to attract the maximum gift support possible (which shall include, without limitation, annual fund solicitation, planned giving, corporate and foundation proposals, and planning for major capital gifts).
- Issue receipts to donors in a timely manner, manage data base(s), and track donor contributions to identify prospects for increased annual giving and planned gifts.
- Assist with school publications.
- Conduct the full range of activities required to prepare, submit, and manage grant proposals and all other grant writing related activities.
- Support the Development Committee of the Board of Trustees, and brief the Board of Trustees on development progress at select Board meetings.
- Work with the School’s parent association and alumni association when needed.
- Supervise the School’s fundraising-related special events.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the School President.
Position Requirements/Qualifications:
- Candidates must have:
- A Bachelor’s degree (graduate degree preferred).
- At least three (3) to five (5) years of successful, proven experience in the area of individual, corporate, and/or foundation fundraising. Candidates must demonstrate knowledge of grant writing, planned giving, and special events. Experience in a private, independent school is a plus.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- A valid driver’s license and passport, must be available for travel, and must be able to prioritize and arrange the School President’s visits and travel.
- Candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to:
- Assume sole and independent responsibility for projects.
- Organize and manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
- Utilize independent judgment and discretion to assess projects, policies, or situations.
- The DoD position is “hands on” and, at least initially, will not benefit from a support staff. To that end, candidates must be comfortable with back-office responsibilities, as well as actual solicitations.
- Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Compensation:
- Base salary is $55,000. However potential candidates with experience exceeding the base requirements will be given further consideration for an increased base salary. Compensation package includes health insurance (for employee and his or her family) and standard CLMA faculty retirement contributions. Housing is not available on campus for this position.
To submit a candidacy or nomination contact:
Bruce A. Hurwitz, Ph.D.
President and CEO
Hurwitz Strategic Staffing
All clients of HSS are equal opportunity employers.
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