Job Posting

Totino-Grace High School | Fridley, MN
Salary Range: $45,000 - $50,000

Totino-Grace High School is seeking a highly organized, donor/alumni-focused, and motivated individual to provide leadership and direction for alumni relations and special events. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic, high-performing team of fundraising professionals in promoting Totino-Grace’s mission. This position has two primary focuses: to increase alumni and donor engagement and to provide leadership to advancements events, which are highlighted by our Winter Place Gala.

General Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and manage alumni reunions, advancement events, and other events throughout the school year.
• Provide leadership to the alumni relations area so as to enhance annual engagement and fundraising efforts.
• Evaluate and refine class reunions and special events to ensure they are effective.
• Create and maintain alumni communications on the TG website, e-newsletters, the Continuum - alumni community events, and class notes.
• Coordinates and trains volunteers who work on events and programs.
• Plan, coordinate, and attend events, meetings, and other activities as requested by the Associate Vice President for Advancement.
• Develop and oversee event timelines and calendars.
• Provide backup support for database gift processing.
• Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the President, supervisor and/or employee for safe and efficient operation of the school or to help fulfill the school’s mission.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in areas such as communications, marketing, business, event planning or management is preferred.
• At least one year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Ability to develop affinity from alumni to attend alumni events.
• Ability to plan, organize, and facilitate a range of special events.
• Ability to recruit, train, and motivate volunteers.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and Google Docs.
• Knowledge and ability to establish budgets for special events.
• Strong qualitative and quantitative analytical and reporting skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, including the ability to anticipate tasks, set priorities, meet deadlines, and function smoothly under strict deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge donor management program preferred.
• Ability to work independently.

Desired Skills:

• Event planning experience in education and/or non-profit field.
• Alumni relations experience in college or high school setting.
• Skills and experience in recruiting and working with volunteers on special events.
• Understanding of Catholic Lasallian mission.

Pertinent Information:

• Full-time position.
• Competitive hourly rate and benefits.
• Flexible schedule in terms of start/end hours.
• Work for an engaging and well-respected organization making a difference in the lives of our students.
• Position will remain posted until filled.

To apply for this position, send a resume, letter of interest, and three references or letters of recommendation to:

David Olson
Associate Vice President for Advancement
Totino-Grace High School
1350 Gardena Avenue NE
Fridley, MN 55432
david.olson@totinograce.org
763-586-6327