St. Benedict’s Preparatory School seeks a disciplined, relationship-driven, and highly organized Leadership Gifts Officer to serve as a key member of the frontline fundraising team and play an important role in strengthening and expanding its leadership giving pipeline. This is an important moment for St. Benedict’s Preparatory School as it advances the silent phase of a comprehensive campaign. In this role, the Leadership Gifts Officer will manage a portfolio of approximately 125–150 donors and prospects, developing and executing strategies to engage individuals capable of making gifts in the $25,000 to $100,000+ range. The successful candidate will focus on building long-term relationships and steadily advancing donors toward deeper philanthropic investment, while maintaining consistent donor engagement, thoughtful strategy, and strong follow-through across a high-volume portfolio.

St. Benedict’s Preparatory School is is more than a school; it’s a community like no other. For over 156 years, they have stood in the heart of Newark, NJ, guided by the Rule of St. Benedict and the monks’ unwavering commitment to stability, service and education. Often called a miracle in education and recognized nationally as a model for revitalizing schools in urban, suburban and rural areas, St. Benedict’s has welcomed generations of students, from the children of German and Irish immigrants in the late 19th century to today’s vibrant, multi-ethnic student body representing all socioeconomic and faith backgrounds. Four core pillars - Community, Student Leadership, Counseling and Experiential Education - have defined and distinguished a St. Benedict’s Prep education for nearly 50 years. The pillars are deeply ingrained into the life of the School. They ground them during times of crisis and provide the foundation for students to grow into loving, capable, resilient young people.

"You are considering joining an institution defined not just by its history, but by its intense, palpable commitment to transformation, resilience, and the power of community. This is not just a job; it is a vocation. As a member of our team, you will be a direct participant in the life-changing process that builds character, instills accountability, and fosters a lifelong sense of belonging and service. If your professional drive is matched by a desire for meaningful impact, you will find no better environment in which to invest your time and talent." — Michael Fazio, Chief Advancement Officer

For more information, including core competencies and qualifications, please refer to the full prospectus.