Chief Advancement Officer

Job Description

Chief Advancement Officer
St. Augustine Preparatory School
Richland, NJ

St. Augustine Preparatory School (locally referred to as "The Prep") is an independent, all male, Roman Catholic, Augustinian, college preparatory school sponsored by the Province of St. Thomas of Villanova. With an enrollment of 625 students, The Prep serves young men in eighth through twelfth grades from across southern New Jersey. Set amidst 118 acres of serene countryside, St. Augustine Prep's collegiate-style campus provides the space and the spirit for students to grow intellectually, socially, and spiritually. Rooted in Augustinian values and guided by a deep sense of brotherhood, this environment of quiet focus shapes young men of character, faith, and purpose.

Reporting directly to the Head of School and serving as a key member of the leadership team, the Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) serves as a visionary leader responsible for designing, executing, and overseeing a comprehensive institutional advancement strategy for St. Augustine Preparatory School. The CAO will cultivate a culture of philanthropy and gratitude across all constituencies and drive philanthropic growth to meet the school's strategic financial objectives.

Qualified candidates will possess a minimum of 10 years of progressive fundraising or advancement experience, preferably within an independent school landscape or higher education. The successful candidate must have direct experience in annual giving strategy, capital campaigns, and scholarship/endowment fundraising, and proven success cultivating, soliciting, and closing major gifts. The CAO will have strong management and interpersonal skills with the demonstrated ability to work effectively with trustees, faculty, administration, staff, alumni, parents, and volunteers. The ideal candidate will be committed to embracing the mission of St. Augustine Preparatory School and the traditions of an all-boys Catholic secondary school based on the Augustinian charism. Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred. Must have the willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends as required by the advancement calendar.

For a complete position description and additional information about St. Augustine Preparatory School, please visit our website at https://apptrkr.com/7312674.

For inquiries, nominations, and applications, please contact:
Tara Sweeney
Lambert & Associates
tsweeney@lambertassoc.com

About the Employer

St. Augustine Preparatory School (locally referred to as "The Prep") is an independent, all male, Roman Catholic, Augustinian, college preparatory school sponsored by the Province of St. Thomas of Villanova. With an enrollment of 625 students, The Prep serves young men in eighth through twelfth grades from across southern New Jersey. Set amidst 118 acres of serene countryside, St. Augustine Prep's collegiate-style campus provides the space and the spirit for students to grow intellectually, socially, and spiritually. Rooted in Augustinian values and guided by a deep sense of brotherhood, this environment of quiet focus shapes young men of character, faith, and purpose.