Careers

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• Director of Development - immediate start

  Job Type

  Full-time

   

  Director of Development

  BCD is seeking a skilled and visionary fundraising professional to lead its development efforts. An integral part of the school community, the Director of Development is the champion of BCD’s culture of philanthropy, is a steward of the school and its resources, and a strategic thinker who will fuel and oversee a dynamic fundraising program.
  
  

  The successful candidate will be a hands-on and collaborative leader with proven experience in fundraising operations. Reporting to the Head of School, the Director of Development will be a member of the school’s Senior Leadership Team, will interface with the Board of Trustees, and will engage actively with BCD’s constituencies.
  
  

  This is a full time, exempt, onsite, 12 month position.

   

  RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

  • Work with the Head of the School, the Director of Finance, and the Board’s Development Committee to develop and oversee the annual fundraising goals. Evaluate progress toward these goals, refine as needed, and communicate progress.
  • Develop and execute strategic fundraising plans encompassing individual giving, major gifts, and events, focusing on sustainable revenue growth.
  • Develop and manage all activities related to school fundraising initiatives, including but not limited to the Annual Fund, Gala, and Capital Campaigns, with a focus on both participation and dollars raised.
  • Develop and oversee donor gratitude and recognition programs, including acknowledgment letters, reports, and special events.
  • Develop strategies to deepen alumni and grandparent engagement and increase donor participation rates.
  • Develop the strategy for and prepare briefing materials for administrators and trustees to engage, ask, and steward donors.
  • Manage a portfolio of current and potential donors. 
  • With the Director of Marketing, create solicitation and communication materials that align with BCD’s brand identity
  • As appropriate, solicit corporate or foundation proposals and/or apply for eligible grants
  • Along with the Head of School, share supervision of an executive assistant 
  • Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team implementing BCD’s strategic plan and managing school business, budget, strategy, and operations
  • Other duties as assigned or requested by the Head of School

  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

  Salary and Benefits

  • Annual salary from $100,000-$120,000
  • Generous Paid Time Off including 12 paid holidays, as well as 12 paid vacation days and 8 paid sick days, and breaks during Thanksgiving, winter and spring school breaks
  • Approximately 92% employer paid medical/dental/vision insurance for employees 
  • Annual Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution
  • Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • A generous retirement savings plan with a 5% employer match
  • Tuition reduction up to 50% for students of employees that enroll in BCD

  Requirements

   

  Qualities and Qualifications

  • 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, capital campaigns, 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
  • 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

  $100,000 to $120,000 annually, exempt

  
  Click here to apply.

• Bus Driver (Part-Time) - Field Trips and Sporting Events - application deadline 10/31

  Boulder Country Day School, (a private Preschool through 8th grade located in Boulder) is looking for a part-time school bus driver. Trips are generally scheduled a week or more in advance and our drivers can choose which trips to accept. Driver will operate a school bus seating no more than 72 children and adults and will be needed for field trips and after-school sporting events, averaging 5 trips per month between late August through May.
  
  

  Hours: Trips will be scheduled in advance

  Range of hours for potential trips - 8:30 a.m. to – 7:00 p.m.

  
  

  Pay: $25 - $28 per hour, commensurate with experience

  
  

  Benefits: None

  
  

  Qualifications & Skills:

  • Must possess a valid Colorado Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class B) with  P- Passenger Endorsement and S – School Bus Endorsement; 
  • Must have a clean driving record;
  • Complete a full background check and fingerprint required;
  • Ability to pass drug screenings (pre and post on a random basis as determined by the Department of Transportation (DOT));
  • DOT medical examination required;
  • Must be dependable and punctual;
  • Good with children;
  • Must be 21 or over;
  • Previous/current bus driving experience;
  • Effective communication skills with adults and children.

  If interested in this position and you possess the necessary qualifications, please send a letter of interest, together with qualifications and at least three appropriate references to jobs@bouldercountryday.org.