Rivendell School seeks an experienced Development Officer to join our community.  At Rivendell, we believe every child and every team member is unique. We take an individualized approach to education which focuses on the progress of each child rather than on the class average.  We are a long-standing, independent, tuition funded elementary and preschool, in Fort Collins, Colorado. 

Our diverse and inclusive environment is a big part of what makes the Rivendell experience so unique and enriching. At Rivendell School, we prioritize creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected. We recognize the importance of embracing diversity and engaging with multiple perspectives. Our focus is on building cultural bridges and empowering our students to develop their heads, hearts, and hands. We believe in co-responsibility, where each member of our community plays a vital role in fostering a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for all. 

Rivendell provides a comprehensive package of total value: 

• Estimated base pay will vary depending on experience / part-time / 12 months per year

• 401k plan and potential employer match 

• 7 PTO days/hours

• Tuition remuneration (tuition and summer camp discounts)

• 20 plus paid holidays

• Medical, vision and dental insurance (effective in your 2nd month of employment)

• Additional compensation for extended care, enrichment camp, summer camp and stipend-based opportunities

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage

• Life Insurance AD&D

• Professional Development annual funding

• HRA and/or HSA employer contribution

About the role: 

The Development Officer (DO) plays a pivotal role in advancing Rivendell's mission through diverse funding streams. The DO is the school's fundraising strategist, a leader in donor cultivation best practices and drives the implementation of all fundraising.  The position raises funds and builds donor relationships that will be used to advance Rivendell's mission and philosophy. The position manages all fundraising and advancement programs including major and planned giving, annual fund, alumni and parent engagement, and donor stewardship.

What you will be doing: 

• Represent and demonstrate Rivendell's core values, mission and philosophy in all aspects of Development and Advancement activities.

• Develop and execute an annual plan to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donor prospects at all giving levels; expanding the school’s fundraising capacity.

• Track results and provide accurate reports on revenue generation and relevant development expenses; communicate to Board as needed.

• Own all aspects of events related to fundraising, donar awareness, parent fundraising, etc.; also attend other school events and meetings as necessary (some outside standard school hours).

• Works with Marketing and Communications team members to create strategic and tailored outreach to the broader Rivendell and Northern Colorado community; may include social media, print and digital materials, event promotions, advancement webpages, etc.

What we are looking for: 

• Ability to lead successful efforts with fundraising, public relations, and alumni relations.

• Ability to lead in a diverse environment, specifically upholding Rivendell values related to Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity.

• Understanding of the independent school landscape and corresponding fundraising climate within the Northern Colorado region.

• Understanding of prospective funding source motivations and barriers to be overcome.

• Demonstrated ability to thrive both in a team environment as well as working autonomously; capable of self-motivation and follow-through.

• Ability to educate all stakeholders (team members, board, parents, community, etc) on the 'why and how' behind philanthropy.

• Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in development, advancement and fundraising initiatives.

• Development, advancement and fundraising experience ideally in a mission driven, independent school environment or a non-profit organization.

• Bachelor degree not required but education preferred in communication, sales, business management or education.

Salary Range: $65,000-$81,000  12 month position 3/4 time. 

St. Mary’s Academy Overview: St. Mary’s Academy, located in Englewood, Colorado is Metro Denver’s premier Catholic, Independent school offering rigorous academics across all divisions. SMA offers a safe, yet innovative program that embraces all student backgrounds, and fosters character and moral development from Preschool through graduation. SMA is a close community where faculty and staff serve as role models for the students with a mission to foster excellence in each child through academic achievement, spiritual development, and service. The qualities of a strong work ethic, desire for personal growth, and commitment to life-long learning that St. Mary’s Academy expects of students are likewise an expectation for faculty and staff.  Each day, too, is an opportunity to live the Loretto School Values of faith, community, justice, and respect. SMA is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff dedicated to their profession and the well-being of the St. Mary’s Academy community. St. Mary's Academy does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, sex, disability, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, sexual orientation, or religion. This policy applies to all areas of student concerns: educational policies, admission policies (historically High School admission is open to women only), scholarship, and grant-in-aid programs, athletic and other school-administered programs as well as employee/personnel concerns. St. Mary's Academy is an equal opportunity employer. 

Job Description: Program leads will provide operational support for all morning and afternoon programs serving our Early Learning, Lower, and Middle Schools. This part-time position requires proper certification, experience working with early childhood and/or school-aged children, as well as an unparalleled ability to successfully work with supervisors, peers, families, and students. Major Duties and Responsibilities: ? Support all Extended Day Programs in providing a safe, nurturing, and fun-filled experience that is aligned with the Academy’s mission. ? Follow all Academy, local, state, and federal guidelines surrounding the safety and well-being of early childhood and school-aged children. ? Follow the directive of the Auxiliary Programs Coordinator and all heads of the Academy. ? Actively engage and supervise all students in all Extended Day Programs from 7:00 am to 9:00 am and/or 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ? Document and report all injuries, incidents, and communications and relay those reports to the Auxiliary Programs Coordinator to archive. ? Ensure proper parent/guardian sign-in/out measures are taken and recorded. ? Consistently provide high levels of customer service in a positive and professional manner to both internal and external members of the community. ? Foster collegiality and positive morale among faculty and staff. ? Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Qualifications/Requirements: Education and qualifications should include the following: ? Age 21 and at least 3 months (460 hours) of satisfactory and verifiable full or part-time employment unrelated to early childhood and school-age children or, ? Age 18 and at least 6 months (910 hours) of satisfactory and verifiable full or part-time employment unrelated to early childhood and school-aged children. ? Must demonstrate an ability to work with early childhood and/or school-aged children. ? Must complete and be cleared in all federal and state background checks prior to employment. ? Must adhere to all Academy, local, state, and federal guidelines surrounding the safety and well-being of early childhood and school-aged children. ? Must complete all mandated training at all times throughout the year under the directive of the Auxiliary Programs Coordinator and/or the attending director(s) of Extended Day Programs. ? Must have the ability to work independently.

Salary/Benefits: The pay range of this position begins at $22.00 per/hour for afternoon shifts and $25.00 per/hour for morning shifts.. This position does not have any benefits at this time. How to Apply: Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and a list of at least three (3) professional references to Michael Kenny, Auxiliary Programs Coordinator at [email protected]. No calls, please

St. Mary’s Academy is accepting applications for the position of High School Varsity Volleyball Head Coach. Candidates should: have a strong philosophy of coaching, have previous coaching and/or playing experience, be well-organized, understand safety, have the ability to drive a 14-passenger activity bus, and be strong communicators with both students and staff. Importantly, candidates should model the Loretto School Values of faith, community, justice, and respect.

St. Mary’s Academy, located in Englewood, Colorado is Metro Denver’s premier Catholic, independent school offering rigorous academics in its co-ed Lower and Middle Schools, and its all-girls High School. We offer a competitive seasonal stipend.

For this part-time seasonal position, practices are held Monday-Friday, from 4-6 p.m.; games are held after school. Candidates are expected to attend an orientation meeting and complete all certifications as required by the athletics department, including but not limited to CPR/First Aid, concussion training, and mental health training. The season spans from August 12 to November 2, not including the post-season.

Salary:
The stipend range for this position is $4,500 to $5,500. 

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should email Phil Gentry, Interim Athletic Director, at [email protected]

St. Mary’s Academy, located in Englewood, Colorado is Metro Denver’s premier Catholic, Independent school offering rigorous academics in its co-ed PreK-Grade 8, and all-girls High School. SMA offers a safe, yet innovative program that embraces all student backgrounds, and fosters character and moral development from Pre-Kindergarten to graduation.

SMA is a close community where faculty and staff serve as role models for the students with a mission to foster excellence in each child through academic achievement, spiritual development and service. The qualities of a strong work ethic, desire for personal growth, and commitment to life-long learning that St. Mary’s Academy expects of students is likewise an expectation for faculty and staff.  Each day, too, is an opportunity to live the Loretto School Values of faith, community, justice, and respect.

SMA is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff dedicated to their profession and the well-being and life of the St. Mary’s Academy community. St. Mary's Academy does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, sex, disability, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, sexual orientation, or religion. This policy applies to all areas of student concerns: educational policies, admission policies (historically high school admission is open to women only), scholarship, and grant-in-aid programs, athletic and other school-administered programs as well as employee/personnel concerns. St. Mary's Academy is an equal-opportunity employer. 

Job Description:

St. Mary’s Academy is seeking an Advancement Database Coordinator. This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt position reporting to the Director of Development. The ideal candidate brings Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge experience and the ability to positively engage with a variety of stakeholders. 

Through regular conversations with the Director of Development and department colleagues, St. Mary’s Academy staff learn and understand their job responsibilities. Staff at St. Mary’s Academy are enthusiastic and energetic, and they find support for new ideas. This enthusiasm is encouraged and applauded at SMA. Additionally, staff members at St. Mary’s Academy are a supportive group. One does not have to look far to find a helping hand.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the planning and execution of the St. Mary's Academy Advancement database, to ensure compliance with IRS tax laws and regulations, accounting best practices, and CASE standards;

• Manage a relational database using Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT of approximately 20,000 records, including the creation and updating of parent, student, alumnae, employee, and donor records;

• Perform timely entry of all gifts and pledges into the database, ensuring speedy and accurate generation of acknowledgment letters;

• Generate tax receipts, pledge reminders, and other scheduled advancement mailings;

• Prepare financial and analytical reports for the Director of Development that provide usable and actionable information for the formation and execution of fundraising strategies;

• Serve as the primary liaison to the Business Office to reconcile funds and prepare for the annual audit;

• Compile and submit annual benchmarking surveys to national independent school organizations;

• Identify database cleanup in Raiser’s Edge NXT and complete them in priority order;

• Design, import, and export data queries for mailing lists, data segmentation, and analytical reports;

• Initiate and manage projects to improve utilization of Raiser's Edge NXT on a daily basis, from the initiation of system updates to mass modifications;

• Assist with community events such as the Annual Gala, Annual Golf Tournament, Back to School Orientations, Fall Festival, Bingo, Grandparents Day, etc. To include mailing invitations and working with staff and volunteer committees, etc.;

• Generate prospect research as needed and assist in managing donor prospect lists in the database;

• Create, manage, and document Advancement database-related processes and procedures into a working Advancement Database Procedures Manual;

• Other tasks as assigned;

• Adhere to and support the mission of St. Mary’s Academy.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Education and qualifications should include the following:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

• Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT database experience 

• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong interpersonal skills when working with colleagues, independent school parents, volunteers, alumnae and other donor constituencies

• Successful background related to detailed planning, handling multiple tasks and priorities, goals achievement, and collaborative team environment

• Utmost discretion with regard to donor personal information

• Must be customer service oriented, a team player, and adhere to and support all aspects of the Mission of St. Mary's Academy

Salary/Benefits:

    The salary range for this full-time, exempt position is $55,000.00 - $65,000.00. St. Mary’s Academy provides excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance, retirement, paid time off, tuition remission, and opportunities for professional development.

How to Apply:

    Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Ann Buttitta, Director of Advancement, at [email protected]. No calls, please.