Philanthropy Officer ~ De La Salle High School ~ Starting July 2026 at De La Salle High School
About the Employer
De La Salle High School, established in 1965 and sponsored by the Brothers of the Christian Schools (De La Salle Christian Brothers), is a Lasallian Catholic college preparatory school for boys providing a rich environment for spiritual, academic, and social growth. Its rigorous program of studies is complemented by an extensive array of co-curricular programs. The school’s atmosphere is one that is moral, caring, and joyful. The school is located in the City of Concord, 25 miles east of San Francisco on a 20 acre campus characterized by beauty and openness.
Job Summary
Job Summary
De La Salle High School seeks a dynamic, mission-driven, relational, and results-oriented Philanthropy Officer to advance the school’s mission of educating young men and transforming lives through the power of philanthropy. Reporting to the Vice President for Advancement, the Philanthropy Officer will build meaningful relationships with alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends whose generosity strengthens the student experience and ensures De La Salle remains accessible and thrives for future Spartans. The Philanthropy Officer is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy focused on identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors capable of making leadership annual gifts and major philanthropic commitments. The Philanthropy Officer will develop and manage a portfolio of approximately 100–150 alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends with the capacity to make five, six, and seven-figure commitments in support of annual operations, tuition assistance, endowment, capital priorities, and other strategic initiatives. This role will also play a significant part in advancing De La Salle’s comprehensive capital campaign—the most ambitious fundraising effort in school history—by helping inspire transformational investment in the future of the school. This is an exceptional opportunity for a high-performing advancement professional to help grow a culture of philanthropy across De La Salle’s most engaged and generous community members.
Requirements / Qualifications
Required ? Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience. ? Minimum 5 years of successful fundraising, sales, business development, or relationship management experience. ? Demonstrated success in closing significant gifts, investments, or revenue opportunities. ? Strong understanding of donor pipeline development and relationship-based fundraising. ? Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. ? High emotional intelligence, professionalism, and executive presence. ? Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. ? Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information. ? Ability to travel locally and work occasional evenings/weekends. ? Passion for De La Salle’s mission. Preferred ? Experience in Catholic schools, independent schools, higher education, healthcare, or nonprofit advancement. ? Experience with campaign fundraising, planned giving, or endowment fundraising. ? Familiarity with donor databases such as Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, or similar CRM systems.
Requirements / Qualifications
Required ? Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience. ? Minimum 5 years of successful fundraising, sales, business development, or relationship management experience. ? Demonstrated success in closing significant gifts, investments, or revenue opportunities. ? Strong understanding of donor pipeline development and relationship-based fundraising. ? Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. ? High emotional intelligence, professionalism, and executive presence. ? Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. ? Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information. ? Ability to travel locally and work occasional evenings/weekends. ? Passion for De La Salle’s mission. Preferred ? Experience in Catholic schools, independent schools, higher education, healthcare, or nonprofit advancement. ? Experience with campaign fundraising, planned giving, or endowment fundraising. ? Familiarity with donor databases such as Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, or similar CRM systems.
Comments and Other Information
SALARY RANGE
$120,000 - $140,000 per year
12 months, full-time, exempt salaried position
BENEFITS
• Health Insurance • Dental insurance • Vision Insurance • 403(b) • 403(b) matching • Employee assistance program • Flexible spending account • Life insurance • Professional development assistance •
Comments and Other Information
SALARY RANGE
$120,000 - $140,000 per year
12 months, full-time, exempt salaried position
BENEFITS
• Health Insurance • Dental insurance • Vision Insurance • 403(b) • 403(b) matching • Employee assistance program • Flexible spending account • Life insurance • Professional development assistance •
Application Deadline
7/16/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/8/2026
Contact
Margaret Silva
925-288-8145
925-288-8145
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
120000 - 140000 Annually
120000 - 140000 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Based on education and experience
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time