St. Benedict’s Preparatory School seeks a Leadership Gift Officer who will qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward prospects and donors capable of supporting the institution with gifts of $25,000 to $100,000+. This individual will manage a portfolio comprised of approximately 150 prospects to deepen their engagement and philanthropic relationship with St. Benedict’s. The Leadership Gifts Officer will be a vital member of a growing frontline fundraising team that will strengthen and expand the donor pipeline in support of the School’s current comprehensive campaign, which will build the bridge to the future for St. Benedict’s. The successful candidate will be a mission-driven, high-achieving fundraiser with exceptional relationship-building skills and strong organizational discipline. They will bring the adaptability, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit needed to thrive within St. Benedict’s unique, evolving, and deeply community-centered environment.

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.