Associate Director of Development – Donor Relations

About MICDS

MICDS has a rich and distinctive history spanning more than 150 years. A leader in independent education, MICDS is a college-prep, coeducational school for grades JK-12. Our mission is to help students discover their unique talents, preparing them for higher education and a life of purpose and service as engaged citizens in our ever-changing world.

MICDS offers employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits plan, including a generous 403(b) retirement plan where the School contributes 8% of salary with an employee's 3% contribution; medical, dental and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts and long-term care insurance; life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurances; tuition benefit; paid leaves; access to a fitness center; and free lunch.

The Associate Director of Development – Donor Relations partners with the Director of Development to coordinate a comprehensive donor relations and stewardship program that promotes interaction with and recognition of donors at all levels and that contributes to cultivation of future gifts; and partners with the Director of Alumni Relations to promote maximum alumni and volunteer engagement to the School.

• Manage and maintain a comprehensive and systematic program of donor recognition and stewardship.
• Partner with the Director of Development, Director of Annual Giving, and Director of Alumni Relations to execute individualized stewardship strategies that strengthen donor relationships and encourage continued giving.
• Oversee the MICDS International Board of Visitors Program, planning its annual meeting, recruiting new members, and communicating with this board to keep out-of-town alumni engaged.
• Oversee the research, writing, and production of the annual endowment reports.
• Plan and participate in out-of-town School events and activities on an ongoing basis in partnership with the Director of Development and Director of Alumni Relations.
• Plan and execute major gift strategies to identify, qualify, cultivate, and solicit donors for outright gifts, pledges, and planned gifts in support of MICDS funding priorities.
• Develop a strong understanding of the School’s academic and extracurricular programs in order to effectively communicate to donors the impact of their gifts.
• Work with Director of Alumni Relations to support alumni reunion giving program.
• Develop and monitor all relevant budgets associated with the stewardship program.
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the School’s discretion

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University/College
• 3 - 5 years of experience as an active, successful fundraiser
• An affinity for the educational mission of MICDS
• Well-organized and self-directed
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects effectively while maintaining a high standard of quality.
• Team player, willingness to help others and work collaboratively
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, high social and emotional IQ
• Creative thinker with the ability to identify meaningful ways to connect donors’ interests with the School’s priorities.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends at key times of the year

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history and background check.
• This is an on-campus, in-person position. The employee is expected to work from the School's office; remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available.
• Generally, works in standard office conditions and climate.
• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time.
• May work in varied extreme outside weather conditions during special activities and fundraising events.
• Light physical activity. Work may involve occasional assistance of others in the manipulation of heavy objects and some standing or walking for extended periods of time.