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Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with St. Benedict's Preparatory School in the search for a Leadership Gifts Officer.

This is an important moment for St. Benedict's Preparatory School as it advances the silent phase of a comprehensive campaign. Reporting to the Executive Director of Advancement for Leadership Giving, the Leadership Gifts Officer will manage a portfolio of approximately 125–150 donors and prospects, developing and executing strategies to engage individuals capable of making gifts in the $25,000 to $100,000+ range. The successful candidate will focus on building long-term relationships and steadily advancing donors toward deeper philanthropic investment, while maintaining consistent donor engagement, thoughtful strategy, and strong follow-through across a high-volume portfolio. St. Benedict's is seeking a disciplined, relationship-driven, and highly organized Leadership Gifts Officer to serve as a key member of the frontline fundraising team and play an important role in strengthening and expanding its leadership giving pipeline.

St. Benedict's Preparatory School is more than a school; it's a community like no other. For over 156 years, they have stood in the heart of Newark, NJ, guided by the Rule of St. Benedict and the monks' unwavering commitment to stability, service and education. Often called a miracle in education and recognized nationally as a model for revitalizing schools in urban, suburban and rural areas, St. Benedict's has welcomed generations of students, from the children of German and Irish immigrants in the late 19th century to today's vibrant, multi-ethnic student body representing all socioeconomic and faith backgrounds.

Their approach is rooted in simple, powerful principles rarely seen in most schools: Students First, Leadership Through Trust, and Ownership Mentality. They put the needs, interests and voices of students at the center of everything they do, they give young people meaningful responsibility and decision-making power, once it's earned, and Gray Bees take ownership of their education, their community and their future. Four core pillars - Community, Student Leadership, Counseling and Experiential Education - have defined and distinguished a St. Benedict's Prep education for nearly 50 years. The pillars are deeply ingrained into the life of the School. They ground them during times of crisis and provide the foundation for students to grow into loving, capable, resilient young people. At St. Benedict's Prep, students are challenged to discover their voice, lead with purpose and thrive in a diverse and supportive environment. It's not just an education, it's a way of life that prepares them to make a difference in Newark and beyond.

A bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) and 5–8 years of experience in fundraising, with a focus on leadership or major gifts, is preferred. Reliable access to a personal vehicle is required. St. Benedict's Preparatory School will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to St. Benedict's, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of St. Benedict's Preparatory School and the responsibilities and qualifications specified in the position prospectus.

The salary range for this position is $115,000 to $125,000. St. Benedict's Preparatory School offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, long-term disability insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, tuition remission, and generous paid time off.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact BJ Davis at bjdavis@aspenleadershipgroup.com.

To apply for this position, visit: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/6329.





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