Co-Director of Advancement and Community Engagement, St. Nicholas Gig Harbor
Saint Nicholas Catholic School in Saint Nicholas Catholic School seeks a mission-driven, relational, and organized Co-Director of Advancement and Community Engagement to help strengthen and grow our vibrant Catholic school community. St. Nicholas Catholic School is a Preschool through 8th grade Catholic school residing on the grounds of, and in partnership with, the Saint Nicholas Parish community. Guided by our mission and rooted in the Catholic faith, we are committed to fostering academic excellence, discipleship, and meaningful relationships among our students, families, parishioners, alumni, and supporters.REPORTS TO: School PrincipalCLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt, HourlyWORK SCHEDULE: 20 hours per weekBENEFITS: This position is part time and not benefits eligiblePAY: $19,000-$19,536 based on experience, education, and certificationPosition SummaryThe Co-Director of Advancement and Community Engagement plays a vital role in cultivating a joyful, connected, and generous school community. This individual will help lead fundraising initiatives, donor engagement, hospitality efforts, and community-building events that support both the mission and long-term sustainability of the school. The ideal candidate is energetic, welcoming, highly organized, and passionate about bringing people together in support of Catholic education.Responsibilities IncludeCoordinating and supporting school fundraising initiatives and donor development effortsBuilding relationships with current and prospective donors, families, parishioners, and community supportersPlanning and promoting community-building and appreciation events that foster school spirit and engagementCollaborating with volunteers, parish leadership, PTO, and school administration to execute successful events and campaignsAssisting with event sponsorships, outreach, communications, and hospitality effortsSupporting advancement strategies that strengthen enrollment, community involvement, and philanthropic givingCurrent Advancement & Community Events IncludeFundraising EventsGolf TournamentColor RunAuction SupportCommunity & Hospitality EventsSnowball PartySaint Patrick's Day DinnerCatholic Schools Week Parish BreakfastSchool Hospitality & Appreciation EventsQualificationsCommitment to the mission and values of Catholic educationStrong interpersonal and communication skillsExperience in fundraising, event planning, hospitality, marketing, or community engagement preferredAbility to organize multiple projects and work collaboratively with volunteers and staffCreative, self-motivated, and relationship-oriented mindsetProficiency with digital communication and event coordination tools preferred