<p>Buckeye Valley Local School District:</p> <p>Director of Development and Community Engagement (part-time)</p> <p>Position Summary</p> <p>The Director of Development and Community Engagement is a pivotal leadership role</p> <p>responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and oversight of a</p> <p>comprehensive program designed to build lifelong relationships with alumni, foster a</p> <p>culture of philanthropy, and secure significant financial support for the Buckeye Valley</p> <p>Local School's priorities. This position serves as a key ambassador for our school</p> <p>district, working closely with the Board of Education, Administration, Staff, and volunteer</p> <p>leadership to advance our school's mission and strategic goals.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <p>Strategic Leadership and Management:</p> <ul> <li>Develop and execute a strategic plan for alumni relations an development programs that aligns with and advances district goals. </li><li>Provide vision, leadership, and daily management to the development and alumni relations teams, including hiring, mentoring, and evaluating staff to ensure high performance and professional growth. </li><li>Serve on the Buckeye Valley leadership team, providing input on strategy and management regarding philanthropic priorities and engagement initiatives. </li><li>Manage departmental budgets, ensuring effective allocation of resources and fiscal responsibility. </li></ul> <p>Fundraising and Major Gifts:</p> <ul> <li>Serve as a chief fundraiser, managing a personal portfolio of 75-100 major and principal gift prospects capable of making gifts of $100,000+. </li><li>Develop and implement tailored cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies to secure financial commitments, including annual fund, major gifts, and planned gifts. </li><li>Collaborate with development colleagues across the school district to identify and qualify alumni prospects, ensuring coordinated and strategi donor engagement. </li><li>Track and report on fundraising progress and financial performance. </li></ul> <p>Alumni Engagement and Programming:</p> <ul> <li>Oversee the planning and execution of a diverse calendar of alumni programs and events (e.g., reunions, networking events, regional programs, homecoming) to foster a strong sense of community and loyalty. </li><li>Recruit, train, and motivate a robust volunteer management system, ncluding the Alumni Association Board of Directors and various committees. </li><li>Develop and oversee a multi-channel communication plan (print, email, social media, web) to keep alumni informed and engaged, in collaboration with marketing and communications teams. </li><li>Collaborate with other community entities, such as Township Trustees, and Booster Clubs, to create integrated student-alumni initiatives and enhance career development opportunities. </li></ul> <p>Required Qualifications</p> <p>Education: Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree in a related field is</p> <p>preferred.</p> <p>Experience:</p> <ul> <li>A minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in alumni relations, fundraising, or school district advancement. </li><li>Proven track record of successful major gift solicitations and experience closing gifts at the $100k+ level. </li><li>Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience, including managing professional staff and volunteers. </li><li>Experience in campaign planning and execution is highly desirable. </li></ul> <p>Skills & Competencies:</p> <ul> <li>Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including public speaking and persuasive writing. </li><li>Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. </li><li>Proficiency with CRM systems and data analysis tools (e.g., Raiser's Edge). </li><li>Ability to work collaboratively in a matrixed organization and build consensus among diverse stakeholders. </li><li>Willingness to work evenings/weekends as needed for events and </li><li>meetings. </li></ul>