Founded in 1952, Stevenson School is a selective coeducational PK-12 boarding and day school with 776 students and 30 buildings on 50 acres of land across two campuses. The 523-student upper division, composed of grades 9-12, is located on the Pebble Beach Campus, where 54% of students reside in six faculty-supervised dormitories; the lower and middle divisions, totaling 253 students in grades PK-8, are located on the Carmel Campus. As a California school enlightened by a global sensibility, Stevenson is premised on a vision of education as the means by which we discover the world and contribute to its transformation. We believe that one’s education is best pursued in the company of others, for others’ benefit as well as one’s own. Our mission includes three aims: to prepare students for success in school and life beyond school, to foster their healthy passion for learning and achievement, and to help them learn how to shape a joyful life. Stevenson offers a values-driven community experience influenced by the distinctive natural beauty, ecological biodiversity, and contemplative culture of California’s Central Coast.

Stevenson School seeks a Director of Major Gifts. Reporting to the Advancement Director, the Director of Major Gifts (DMG) is responsible for the design, development, and implementation of Stevenson School's major gift program. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to energize and guide team members, connect effectively with donors, and meaningfully communicate the mission of The School. This is a full-time, 12-month per year position.

Stevenson is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities Include:

• Management and cultivation of relationships with existing major gift prospects
• Identification of new prospects
• Coordination of the overall major gifts program
• Management of a personal portfolio of 60-80 donors, with a goal of raising $1.5 million annually by securing major gifts at the $50,000 to $1 million level
• Management of the systems and software required to track and cultivate donors and prospects, including our donor database and wealth screening tools
• Support of other advancement staff and school administrators with solicitation efforts (e.g. provide portfolio development support, strategic counsel, and help with donor communications)
• Facilitation of monthly major gifts meetings
• Collaboration with members of the advancement team in support of the management of relationships with major gifts prospects
• Collaboration with the Director of Alumni Relations and Director of Parent Programming to renew and upgrade donors’ commitment to the annual fund
• Participation in other duties as assigned such as support at major events and limited volunteer management

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Four to six years of successful experience in major gift fundraising
• Experience managing a major gift program
• Ability to understand the needs and interests of leadership and major gift donors in order to develop relationships between donors and School
• Successful experience in making cold calls as well as developing cultivation and solicitation strategies
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated record of completing assignments
• Competency with Google applications, Slate and Raiser’s Edge (or similar CRMs)
• Thorough understanding of and commitment to the mission of the school
• Must be willing to travel
• Ability to maintain an exceptional level of confidentiality and professional discretion
• High degree of professionalism
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong work ethic and willingness to be flexible
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work independently with a customer service approach
• Positive disposition and friendly demeanor
• Predisposition towards collaboration and team building
• Commitment to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive school community

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in the education sector, particularly in an independent school
• Familiarity with Slate

Interested candidates are invited to use the link provided to submit a cover letter and resume to

Susan Fahey Khanna, Director of Human Resources

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