For over 35 years Boulder Country Day School has been at the forefront of education in the Boulder Valley. The hallmarks of our school - Community, Academic Challenge, and Social Emotional Learning - are the keys to our success and allow us to create an educational experience where children innovate, create, grow and thrive. We believe our children are our future, and, to that end, we offer a broad-based liberal arts education that focuses on developing lifelong learners and responsible global citizens. We seek to provide just the right amount of nurture, structure, and latitude to live up to this challenge.
Ideal candidates for employment at BCD share our beliefs and, above all, love working with children. We look for evidence of these traits in a candidate’s education, work, and volunteer experience. We believe everything we do is curriculum, and, as a result, we consider all BCD employees important members of our community. We look for employees who have intellectual lives outside of their classrooms or work spaces, believe intelligence is teachable and achievable and not inborn, are data driven, and ask great questions both of our school and our students.
MEMBERS OF BCD’S PROFESSIONAL STAFF:
- Find joy in taking risks and failing forward.
- Are passionate about their work; they are optimistic about and love working in a school environment.
- Possess a strong sense of integrity; they embody and promote trust and character in our school and its community.
- Employ innovative practices in their fields; they are curious, creative, and enthusiastic.
- Are eager to collaborate with multiple constituencies, including employees, parents, students, and members of the greater BCD community.
- Have a growth mindset; they are open minded, flexible, and reflective.
- Believe in and are committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community.
- Model balance, are deeply curious, and share their interests within and outside of school.
Boulder Country Day School celebrates, honors, and appreciates all forms of diversity in an environment of inclusivity. Individual differences are highly regarded, nurturing the human dignity of each member of our community. Our intentional work to embrace and understand the value of diversity, equity, inclusivity, and social justice affords the freedom for all members of our school community to flourish as unique, confident, compassionate, and ethical individuals. Boulder Country Day does not discriminate against any employee, student, applicant for employment, or applicant for admission on the basis of age, disability, culture, ethnic origin, nationality, race, color, religion, creed, family, marital status, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, military service, socioeconomic status or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Boulder Country Day School is entering an exciting new chapter in its history—and we’re looking for a visionary fundraising leader to help write it. With a new Head of School at the helm and a strong foundation of community support, this is a rare opportunity to build something extraordinary. As Director of Advancement, you’ll drive strategy, spark innovation, and lead a comprehensive fundraising program that advances its mission and impact. You’ll work with an exceptional team—including a skilled communications team, a dedicated database manager, and a part-time team member focused on administrative support, so you have what it takes to succeed. We’re seeking a hands-on, strategic leader who thrives on collaboration and sees possibilities where others do not. You’ll be a vital member of the Senior Leadership Team, report directly to the Head of School, partner with the Board of Trustees, and connect deeply with the entire school community. This role isn’t about maintaining what’s been done before—it’s about imagining what’s next and making it happen so BCD can be its best.
THIS JOB MAY BE A GREAT FIT FOR YOU IF:
- You have a combination of fundraising expertise and nonprofit leadership. You are mission driven and passionate about education. You are a self starter and looking forward to making an impact.You thrive in a collaborative, values-driven community where innovation isn’t just welcomed
- -it’s expected
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in development or advancement, preferably in a K-12 environment.
- Demonstrated success in planning and executing comprehensive fundraising campaigns, including annual giving, events, and major gifts.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups, including faculty, staff, volunteers, trustees, donors, and other community members.
- Flexibility to work after-hours and occasionally on weekends, especially around key donor events.
- Strong events planning and execution skills.
- Proven track record of personally cultivating and securing five- and six-figure gifts from individual donors.
- Interest in or exposure to non-cash giving vehicles (e.g., stock gifts, donor-advised funds), with a desire to grow in this area.
- Understands the power of donor communications and how storytelling supports donor engagement and retention.
- Experience in retention and recognition programs.
- Intermediate level experience with Raiser’s Edge and Google Suite.
- Passion for education and the mission, vision, and core values of BCD.
- Confidentiality, vision, energy, and a sense of humor.
- Established connections with the greater Boulder community preferred.
- Valid driver’s license and own car required.
Salary Description
$125,000 to $150,000 annually
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