Leadership Gifts Officer
 St. Benedict's Prep School | |
 United States, New Jersey, Newark | |
 Dec 17, 2025 | |
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Reporting to the Executive Director of Advancement for Leadership Giving, the Leadership Gifts Officer will qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward prospects and donors capable of supporting the institution with gifts of $25,000 to $100,000+. This individual will manage a portfolio comprised of approximately 150 prospects to deepen their engagement and philanthropic relationship with St. Benedict's. The Leadership Gifts Officer will be a vital member of a growing frontline fundraising team that will strengthen and expand the donor pipeline in support of the School's current comprehensive campaign, which will build the bridge to the future for St. Benedict's. The successful candidate will be a mission-driven, high-achieving fundraiser with exceptional relationship-building skills and strong organizational discipline. They will bring the adaptability, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit needed to thrive within St. Benedict's unique, evolving, and deeply community-centered environment. St. Benedict's Preparatory School is is more than a school; it's a community like no other. For over 156 years, they have stood in the heart of Newark, NJ, guided by the Rule of St. Benedict and the monks' unwavering commitment to stability, service and education. Often called a miracle in education and recognized nationally as a model for revitalizing schools in urban, suburban and rural areas, St. Benedict's has welcomed generations of students, from the children of German and Irish immigrants in the late 19th century to today's vibrant, multi-ethnic student body representing all socioeconomic and faith backgrounds. Their approach is rooted in simple, powerful principles rarely seen in most schools: Students First, Leadership Through Trust, and Ownership Mentality. They put the needs, interests and voices of students at the center of everything they do, they give young people meaningful responsibility and decision-making power, once it's earned, and Gray Bees take ownership of their education, their community and their future. Four core pillars - Community, Student Leadership, Counseling and Experiential Education - have defined and distinguished a St. Benedict's Prep education for nearly 50 years. The pillars are deeply ingrained into the life of the School. They ground them during times of crisis and provide the foundation for students to grow into loving, capable, resilient young people. At St. Benedict's Prep, students are challenged to discover their voice, lead with purpose and thrive in a diverse and supportive environment. It's not just an education, it's a way of life that prepares them to make a difference in Newark and beyond. A bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least eight years of experience in fundraising or a related field is required for this position. St. Benedict's Preparatory School will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to St. Benedict's, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and rsum. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of St. Benedict's Preparatory School and the responsibilities and qualifications specified in the position prospectus. The salary range for this position is $115,000 to $125,000. St. Benedict's Preparatory School offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, long-term disability insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, tuition remission, and generous paid time off. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact BJ Davis atbjdavis@aspenleadershipgroup.com. To apply for this position, visit: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/6329. jeid-9a5b2cdb7f221042b9d49a229657a36a recblid nht97bi02leauamzzjwk2d4jukx08d | |
