About MICDS

MICDS has a rich and distinctive history spanning more than 150 years. A leader in independent education, MICDS is a college-prep, coeducational school for grades JK-12. Our mission is to help students discover their unique talents, preparing them for higher education and a life of purpose and service as engaged citizens in our ever-changing world.

Employee Benefits

MICDS offers employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits plan, including a generous 403(b) retirement plan where the School contributes 8% of salary with an employee’s 3% contribution; medical, dental and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts and long term care insurance; life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurances; tuition benefit; paid leaves; access to a fitness center; and free lunch.

Application Process

For immediate consideration, complete our online application at https://www.micds.org/our-school/career-opportunities/ and upload a copy of your cover letter and resume.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Associate Development Director-Annual Giving, the Annual Giving Associate is responsible for a variety of tasks that directly support the Associate Development Director-Annual Giving, the Database Manager, the Director of Alumni Relations, and the Development Office.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manages daily gift receipt process.
• Manages and executes daily gift acknowledgement process.
• Provides support to the Associate Development Director-Annual Giving:
  • Generates solicitation appeal mail merges, email campaigns, and pledge reminders.
  • Crafts simple and complex queries from development database for a variety of correspondence, reports, and fundraising materials.
  • Assists in crafting correspondence, data representation, and presentation materials for volunteer committees and special activities.
  • Assists with the planning and management of all Annual Giving events including but not limited to volunteer outreach, meetings, and special events.
  • Plans and executes certain components of our annual giving campaign.
  • Manages invoice processing and credit card reconciliation for Annual Giving program.
  • Manages matching gift program.
• Assists the Database Manager with the research and maintenance of constituent records to ensure data accuracy with regards to postal and email addresses, telephone numbers, name changes, and employment information.
• Under the direction of the Director of Alumni Relations, executes certain components of our reunion giving campaign.
• Provides an assortment of administrative support for the Alumni & Development Office.
• Interacts with a diverse group of alumni/ae, parents, guests, and employees in a pleasant, professional manner.
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the School’s discretion.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to 3 years of administrative experience. Bachelor's degree preferred. High level of discretion and interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• Ability to pay continual attention to detail and accuracy in all areas of responsibility.
• Strong proficiency in a variety of computer software applications; specifically, but not limited to Microsoft Office and Google Suite. Strong proficiency and experience working with databases.
• Strong proficiency with mail merges.
• Proven ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and telephone etiquette skills with proven knowledge of how to work effectively and professionally with all levels of internal and external clients.
• Ability to work additional hours when needed, some evening and weekend work may be required.

OTHER INFORMATION

• A criminal history and background check is required and must be successfully completed.
• Generally works in standard office conditions and climate.
• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time.
• May work in varied extreme outside weather conditions during special activities and fundraising events.
• Light physical activity. Work may involve occasionally assisting others in the manipulation of heavy objects and some standing or walking for extended periods of time.