CARNEY SANDOE & ASSOCIATES has been retained by Sage Hill School located in Newport Coast, CA, to conduct a national search for their next Major Gifts Officer.

Founded in 2000, Sage Hill School is the leading independent high school in Orange County, California. The school, sparked from the vision of a small group of parents, now serves 550 students in grades 9-12 from 50 different cities.

A Sage Hill education is about unlocking each student’s potential. Through a clear and compelling mission, a rigorous college preparatory curriculum, and a state-of-the-art learning environment, Sage Hill ensures that students build a love of knowledge. The school provides ample opportunities for participation in athletics, the arts, service, and leadership. Sage Hill is guided by their core values, also known as the Six Cs: Character, Collaboration, Communication, Creativity, Critical Thinking, and Cross-Cultural Competency.

Sage Hill School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and the California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS).

Major Gifts Officer

The Major Gifts Officer is a key member of the Advancement team that will play an important role in growing philanthropy at Sage Hill School. Sage Hill is laying the groundwork for the next capital campaign, and relationships need to be cultivated with donors at the major gifts level who will play a large role in future campaign success. Sage Hill seeks a proven fundraiser who is not only able to work independently and meet ambitious goals, but also support and work collaboratively with the entire Advancement Team to ensure success on all fronts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the process of identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gift and planned giving prospects to ensure that fundraising goals are met.
• Assist with the development and execution of a solicitation plan, alongside the Director of Advancement, with an emphasis on personal face-to-face visits.
• Initiate and/or strengthen relationships with major gift prospects; create strategies for and solicit donors capable of contributing gifts of $50,000–$500,000.
• Continuously update the prospect management database with relevant information related to donor strategies, contacts, and results.
• Attend key Sage Hill events to interact with donors and prospects as well as keep apprised of timely and relevant School information in order to create solicitation proposals.
• Manage a personal portfolio of 125-150 major gift prospects, which may include current parents, alumni, parents of alumni and grandparents.
• Plan and execute a target of 120+ prospect visits per year.
• Other duties as required by the Director of Advancement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and minimum of three years of major gift fundraising/non-profit experience
• Proven track record of cultivating, soliciting, and securing gifts of $50,000 and above
• Experience working with various constituents at an independent day school preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in working with data to inform decisions and strategic priorities.
• Sound communication, operational and organizational skills that ensure tactical project management.
• Ability to work independently and manage a diverse portfolio of prospects.
• Strong writing, computer and analytical skills.
• Strong, collaborative, energetic individual who works in a high-paced office with humor and grace.
• Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge and moves management is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits:

Sage Hill School offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package commensurate with the level of experience and the national independent school market.

A full position description can be viewed here: https://www.carneysandoe.com/assets/Sage-Hill-MGO-CSA.pdf

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Newport Coast, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Fundraising: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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