ABOUT THE COMPANY

Samueli Academy is a non-profit 7-12 public charter school in Santa Ana, CA. Its mission is to ignite the passion within all students to reach their greatest potential through a nurturing and innovative learning environment. Samueli Academy offers youth an innovative and student-centered choice for their education. This includes on-site housing for foster youth who need a stable living environment in order for them to excel academically.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Director of Development

Employment Classification: Full-time, Exempt, 12-month

Reports to: Chief Philanthropy Officer

Position Summary: The Director, in collaboration with the Chief Philanthropy Officer and Executive Director, will:

• Plan and spearhead strategic development plans and tasks necessary to reach Samueli Academy’s operational fundraising goal of $880,000 annually.
• Assist Chief Philanthropy Officer with the implementation of endowment growth plan and planned/deferred giving strategies.
• Lead, with integration from key Orangewood Foundation staff, philanthropic initiatives, including major gifts, events, foundational and corporate opportunities to build a sustainable development pipeline.

Major Areas of Responsibility:

• Design and implement a comprehensive, strategic fundraising program with goals and objectives to grow and diversify the donor base and increase individual and institutional (including corporate and foundation) support. Track and provide reports on progress toward these goals. Create and lead volunteer fundraising committees as needed.
• Foster a culture of philanthropy organization-wide: execute all fundraising strategies, plans, events, and activities to meet and exceed fundraising goals in a cost-effective and time-efficient manner.
• Develop strong relationships with Leadership Team, Orangewood Foundation, staff, and key volunteers involved in fundraising efforts. Advise and guide to strengthen and leverage team’s fundraising and solicitation efforts.
• Actively represent Samueli Academy in the community and identify opportunities for networking to attract gifts from top businesses and community leaders.
• Establish and cultivate relationships to secure funds from various development channels.
• Coordinate and execute fundraising and donor cultivation events; develop a calendar of events consistent with annual fundraising goals and strategic plans.
• Work with Orangewood Foundation’s Director of Strategic Partnerships and Grant Writers to establish and maintain grant proposal process for foundations and charitable organizations to secure financial development goals.
• Work with Orangewood Foundation’s Development Operations team to maintain accurate and up-to-date data on current and prospective Samueli Academy donors.

Knowledge, Skill, and Experience Requirements:

• At least five years of experience in Development/Fundraising/Advancement.
• Knowledge directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Knowledge of Raisers Edge
• Demonstrated successful track record cultivating relationship prospective donors.
• Experience writing and implementing fundraising plans/campaigns.
• Excellent oral and written skills.
• Possess a valid California driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance. Position requires DMV clearance.
• Must be able to pass criminal background screening, FBI/DOJ fingerprinting, TB test, and drug test.

Essential Qualities:

• Understanding of and passion for Samueli Academy’s mission, vision, and values.
• Commitment to prioritizing the needs of under-resourced students.
• Committed to creating a loving, supportive, and equitable community of learning.
• Strong relationship builder who enjoys cultivating and soliciting new external partnerships.

Working Environment/Physical Requirements: Physical requirements include standing, sitting, typing, bending, and lifting up to approximately 50 lbs. (i.e., tables, chairs, food, water, etc.)

Modification to work schedule may be made based on need of the Academy.

Samueli Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex. gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other protected group, in accordance with all applicable federal or State laws.

Updated 02/06/2023

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Santa Ana, CA 92706: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Fundraising: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location