Chief Advancement Officer
Cranbrook Educational Community · Bloomfield Hills, MI · 2 wk ago
On-siteFinance$130/hrFull-time
About the role
The Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) serves as a key member of Cranbrook Educational Community’s senior leadership team, reporting directly to the President. This role oversees philanthropic strategy and performance across multiple entities within Cranbrook, including schools, museums, art institutions, and research centers.
Responsibilities
- Provide visionary, data-informed leadership to grow and diversify philanthropic revenue
- Deepen engagement with donors and constituents
- Strengthen volunteer and board partnerships
- Build and lead a high-performing advancement organization
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- At least ten years of progressive advancement/fundraising leadership experience
Qualifications
- Experience in fundraising and philanthropy
- Strong leadership skills
- Ability to manage a diverse portfolio of relationships
- Knowledge of nonprofit governance and operations
Skills
- Strategic thinking and planning
- Financial management and budgeting
- Grant writing and proposal development
- Donor stewardship and cultivation
- Board and volunteer management
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 403(b) and 401(k) retirement plans
- Tuition reimbursement
- Generous paid time off
Pay
The target base salary for this position is $275,000 with additional incentive compensation.
Schedule
Full-time position.