Associate Advancement Director - Major Gifts Officer at Oakland School for the Arts
About the Employer
About Oakland School for the Arts Oakland School for the Arts (OSA) is a vibrant creative community rooted in Oakland’s rich cultural landscape. Serving 800 students in grades 6–12, OSA blends rigorous academics with artistic excellence, celebrating the unique voices and talents of each student. Diverse experiences make our teams stronger and help us better serve our equally diverse student population. We encourage all candidates interested in this opportunity, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), as well as candidates from historically underrepresented communities, to apply. All voices and perspectives matter here. Our Mission & Vision At OSA, we believe that education and the arts are powerful tools for transformation. Our mission is to prepare graduates for college and career through innovative arts education, inspiring them to shape the world with their unique voices. Our vision is generations of creative thinkers, authentic leaders, and problem-solvers who bring the essential value of the arts to every community.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Oakland School for the Arts (OSA) is a dynamic, thriving, diverse charter school within the Fox Theater building that serves approximately 800 students in grades 6-12. We are seeking a full time Associate Director of Advancement - Major Gifts Officer to join our outstanding staff. Position Overview: Using advanced fundraising concepts, plans, organizes, and directs complex large-scale fundraising campaigns which include multiple components. Results have a major impact on overall program goals and assignments and are typically at the "major gifts" level including managing portfolios of donors capable of giving gifts of an agreed upon amount. Operate as a senior collaborator and thought-partner with other staff, attend functions, meetings and serve on internal / external committees as a location representative. Position is expected to raise gift dollar amounts as established at each specialization.
Requirements / Qualifications
EdJoin Application. (Resume will not be accepted in lieu of application.) Cover Letter Resume Copy of relevant related credentials Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university An advanced degree or extensive experience in the content area is preferred
Requirements / Qualifications
EdJoin Application. (Resume will not be accepted in lieu of application.) Cover Letter Resume Copy of relevant related credentials Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university An advanced degree or extensive experience in the content area is preferred
Comments and Other Information
Experience working successfully in the Major Gifts advancement space for 5+ years highly desired.
People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
Due to the volume of applications received, not all qualified applicants will be contacted.
Selected candidate will be required to complete and clear a Live Scan, Background/Reference Check, and Tuberculosis Test.
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
OSA does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived age, sex, race, ethnic background, veteran status, ancestry, pregnancy, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical information, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender or religion.
Comments and Other Information
Experience working successfully in the Major Gifts advancement space for 5+ years highly desired.
People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
Due to the volume of applications received, not all qualified applicants will be contacted.
Selected candidate will be required to complete and clear a Live Scan, Background/Reference Check, and Tuberculosis Test.
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
OSA does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived age, sex, race, ethnic background, veteran status, ancestry, pregnancy, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical information, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender or religion.
Application Deadline
9/25/2023 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
7/11/2023
Contact
Steven Borg
510-873-8800
510-873-8800
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Salary Range: 1.0 FTE $85,000 - $100,000 depending on experience & education; competitive benefits
Length of Work Year
2023-24 School Year
Employment Type
Full Time