Annual Fund Officer - Culver Fund

Responsibilities

• Directs annual giving campaigns for multiple classes to support Culver's Annual Fund goal.
• Solicits Annual Fund gifts and coordinates work assignments and communications surrounding group projects with the Development Office, Alumni Office, and International Development.
• Communicates with constituents via email, phone, and written communication, and ensures impeccable stewardship.
• Manages a flexible schedule that includes limited travel, nights, and weekends, and attends and participates in events to build relationships with alumni and key constituents.
• Recruits, trains, and manages class volunteers, monitors progress towards fundraising goals, and maintains frequent contact with volunteers through meetings, correspondence, and telephone.
• Encourages attendance at all Culver events, provides information and assistance to volunteers, and follows up with volunteers to ensure completion of assigned responsibilities.
• Prepares and distributes call lists, collaborates with the Alumni Office on planning reunion weekend programs, and recruits class leadership.
• Develops fundraising goals and strategies to encourage reunion gifts, attendance, and recruitment of new volunteers, and works in partnership with the Alumni Office on all reunion classes.
• Participates in various clubs and activities, coaches athletic teams, performs student supervisory and chaperone duties, and engages in other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree and at least five years of relevant experience are required.
• The candidate must demonstrate professionalism, exceptional accuracy, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to understand and explain the value of various gift types.
• Computer proficiency, self-direction, and excellent organizational and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Grant writing experience and direct experience with Culver's summer or winter programs are highly desired qualifications.

Total Rewards

Culver offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options at affordable rates.
• A free on-site Health Clinic with various generic medications.
• Life Insurance and a 403b retirement account with generous company matching.
• A free on-site Fitness Center, paid holidays, vacation time, and professional development opportunities.
• Free meals in the dining hall, laundry and dry-cleaning services, and discounts at the Campus Store and Uniform Shop.
• A strong Tuition Remission Program and scholarship opportunities for eligible children attending both schools and camps.

Culver Academies is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.