brentwood schoolLos Angeles, CA
Director of Advancement Services
$125,000 to $150,000
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Director of Advancement Services
brentwood schoolLos Angeles, CA
3 days ago
$125,000 to $150,000
Fundraising ManagersEducation Administrators, Kindergarten through SecondaryEducation Administrators, All Other
Apply for this role (opens in a new tab)Director of Advancement Services Brentwood School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is looking for an experienced, analytical, and collaborative professional to serve as its Director of Advancement Services. Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Advancement, the Director provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of the systems, data, reporting, and administrative processes that support the School's fundraising and constituent engagement programs. The Director ensures the accuracy, integrity, accessibility, and strategic use of Advancement information. This position oversees constituent database management, gift processing and reconciliation, prospect research and analytics, fundraising reporting, and continuous improvement of Advancement systems and processes. The Director works closely with fundraising staff and the Finance and Technology teams to establish a high-performing, service-oriented function. This is a full-time, exempt position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advancement Services Leadership and Strategy
- Constituent Database Management and Systems
- Gift Processing, Reconciliation, and Financial Accountability
- Fundraising Reporting and Analytics
- Prospect Research and Portfolio Management
- Advancement Operations and Process Improvement
- Team Leadership and Professional Development
- Data Governance, Privacy, and Compliance
- Qualifications and Experience
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in business administration, information systems, nonprofit management, finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in Advancement Services, development operations, database management, or related nonprofit administration. Experience with fundraising CRM systems, preferably Blackbaud Raiser's Edge. Strong knowledge of gift processing, pledge administration, reconciliation, and fundraising reporting. Ability to develop dashboards, analyze data, and improve complex processes. Experience supervising staff and collaborating with Finance, Technology, and senior leadership. Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills; sound judgment and discretion.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in independent schools, higher education, healthcare, or complex nonprofits.
Advanced Raiser's Edge skills, prospect research, wealth screening, and donor analytics.
Knowledge of fundraising accounting, charitable gift administration, systems integration, and automation.
Experience supporting major gifts, campaigns, and leadership giving programs.
Leadership Competencies:
Operational excellence and commitment to accuracy and service.
Strategic thinking and the ability to turn data into fundraising insights.
Analytical leadership, accountability, and practical problem solving.
Collaborative partnership and effective change management.
Professional integrity and responsible stewardship of confidential information.
Measures of Success:
Accurate and timely gift processing and financial reconciliation.
Improved database accuracy, completeness, and reliability.
Consistent delivery of fundraising reports and meaningful dashboards.
Stronger prospect research, portfolio management, and pipeline reporting.
More efficient workflows, effective staff training, and improved service to fundraisers.
Effective supervision and productive partnerships with Finance and Technology.
Other Expectations:
- Engage in professional and personal development with a consistent commitment to growth
- Participate and initiate opportunities that demonstrate one's growth, knowledge, and skills
- While being vaccinated for COVID-19 is not required, it is strongly recommended.
COMPENSATION:
Brentwood School's diverse and talented faculty ranges widely in experience level, from those new to teaching to veterans who are experts in their respective disciplines with 30+ years of experience. Our salary range, of $125,000 to $150,000, includes all levels of experience. Salaries are determined based on years of experience, education, full- or part-time status, and number of months worked per school year. Salary ranges do not include benefits i.e. 403b retirement matching, paid lunch and various other benefits of being a member of the Brentwood School community.
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Manager
Salary
$125,000 to $150,000
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Occupation
Fundraising Managers
Industry
Administration of Education Programs
Posted
3 days ago