Another Source's client, Hillbrook School, is recruiting a Director of Annual Giving to join their team on-site in Los Gatos, CA and San Jose, CA.
About Hillbrook School:
For almost 90 years, Hillbrook School has been a junior kindergarten-8th grade independent school located on 14 acres of oak woodland in Los Gatos, CA – and in the fall of 2023, we opened the doors to the founding class of our high school. Founded in 1935, the school remains deeply connected to its historical roots as a place where children are known, learning is authentic and active, and success is measured one child at a time. Over the years, we have grown and evolved from a small boarding school serving wards of the state to one of the leading independent schools in the Bay Area, and yet our vision remains the same—to inspire children to achieve their dreams and reach beyond themselves to make a difference in the world.
Anticipated Salary:
$90,000 – $110,000 per year, depending on years of experience.
Benefits:
Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
Ample retirement planning with TIAA-CREF
A generous holiday schedule, including over five scheduled weeks off during the year (this is over and above the three weeks of additional personal vacation)
Shortened work days throughout the summer months
Religious holidays following each employee's faith
A strong commitment to engaging and personalized professional development
About the role:
The Director of Annual Giving plays a pivotal role in cultivating relationships with current parents across the JK-12 while strategically advancing fundraising efforts to support the organization's mission and goals. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a dynamic professional to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students, parents, and the South Bay community.
The Director of Annual Giving is expected to actively participate in a collaborative employee culture that is committed to being at the leading edge of JK – 12th grade education. The Director of Annual Giving reports to the Chief Institutional Advancement Officer and is part of a highly collaborative team of advancement and enrollment professionals all tasked with filling and funding the school. This individual works with highly confidential, personalized and proactive processes that hold families from the Admission experience through their tenure as current families and then into a deepening alum experience. Interpersonal skills, networking, attention to detail, and discretion are of utmost importance.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Plan and implement Hillbrook's annual giving program (Annual Fund, Benefit, other fundraising events) in close collaboration with the Chief Institutional Advancement Officer.
Collaborate closely on all fundraising priorities with the Director Capital Campaign and Alum Engagement and the Advancement team.
Partner with the marketing and communication team to publish our Annual Report and develop compelling materials for fundraising appeals.
Coordinate and implement donor cultivation and recognition events, such as the Visionary Circle reception, Friends Circle reception, and Grandparents/Special Friends Day.
Maintain database of prospects and donors for all Hillbrook fundraising campaigns and activities.
Plan and implement targeted fundraising campaigns in coordination with the Advancement team.
Serve as primary liaison and coordinate closely with the Hillbrook Parent's Association.
Other projects, as assigned by the Chief Institutional Advancement Officer.
Qualifications:
Required:
Three or more years of relevant professional experience in fundraising or transferable experience.
Bachelor's degree.
A commitment to anti-racism and demonstrated skill designing equitable and inclusive experiences.
Excellent organizational and project management skills, especially as related to event management and gift processing.
Proficiency in Google Suite and fundraising database software.
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail for guiding gifts through transactions in collaboration with the finance team.
Natural networking instincts to build and nurture relationships with all types of constituent groups.
Ability to work in a collegial, collaborative environment.
Preferred:
Mandarin/Spanish proficiency is a plus.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, & Action:
As noted in our Commitment to Community & Belonging, we strive to reflect the extraordinary diversity of Silicon Valley, believing that educational excellence and equity depend on the creation of a diverse and inclusive community.
The Hillbrook Employee: Who Are You?
Do our Core Values – Be kind. Be curious. Take risks. Be your best. – align with how you show up as a professional? Are you committed to building and bridging inclusive communities? Do you believe learning should be an active and relational process?
Hillbrook School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks candidates from diverse backgrounds. Hillbrook School is committed to fostering and sustaining a learning community and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Another Source works with their clients, on a retained project basis. We are committed to building inclusive candidate pools as we partner with hiring teams. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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