Development Manager
Development Manager
Position Announcement
Regis is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Development Manager.
Our Regis Community
Founded in 1991, The Regis School of the Sacred Heart is an independent, Catholic school where boys become scholars and gentlemen in the Sacred Heart tradition. Regis holds membership with the Network of Sacred Heart Schools and is accredited through the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest and the Texas Catholic Conference Education Department.
As a Sacred Heart School, our mission is rooted in the Five Goals of Sacred Heart Education:
- Goal One: A Personal and Active Faith in God
- Goal Two: A Deep Respect for Intellectual Values
- Goal Three: A Social Awareness that Impels to Action
- Goal Four: The Building of Community as a Christian Value
- Goal Five: Personal Growth in an Atmosphere of Wise Freedom
Position Summary
The Development Manager is responsible for managing Regis’s fundraising operations and donor engagement systems. Reporting to the Associate Head of School for Advancement and Enrollment, this results-driven and detail-oriented professional supports the planning, coordination, and execution of fundraising initiatives that advance Regis’s development goals. Working collaboratively within the Advancement team, the Development Manager provides operational and strategic support for fundraising, donor relations, and growth initiatives, including annual giving, major gifts, campaigns, and community engagement. In this role, the Development Manager assists advancement leadership in strengthening relationships with donors and external supporters in support of the school’s mission and long-term financial health. This role plays a critical part in strengthening relationships with donors and ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and effectiveness of all advancement operations.
The Development Manager must demonstrate a strong commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical stewardship of donor information while supporting the mission and values of Regis.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising Operations & Strategy
- Plan, coordinate, and execute annual giving initiatives, major gifts activity, special appeals, and fundraising events.
- Support the Associate Head of School for Advancement and Enrollment in achieving short- and long-term fundraising goals.
- Assist with donor cultivation and solicitation efforts, including preparation of materials and follow-up activities.
- Support Board members, volunteers, and leadership in fundraising initiatives and donor engagement.
Donor Stewardship & Engagement
- Ensure timely and meaningful acknowledgment of all gifts through thank-you letters and annual contribution reports.
- Coordinate stewardship activities that recognize and engage donors at all levels.
- Maintain accurate records of donor interactions, stewardship actions, and giving history.
- Support the creation of donor-facing communications in collaboration with the Communications Office.
Database & Systems Management
- Maintain the School’s Advancement database (Veracross), ensuring accurate tracking of gifts, pledges, donor records, and stewardship activities.
- Oversee data integrity and gift entry processes.
- Generate reports and queries for fundraising campaigns, donor outreach, and leadership reporting.
- Reconcile donor and gift records as needed in collaboration with the Business Office.
Alumni Engagement
- Support alumni engagement efforts
- Foster alumni engagement and strengthen connections with Regis
- Oversee the management and execution of alumni relations program
Development Communications & Events
- Support the planning and execution of development events, including donor receptions, fundraising events, and community gatherings in collaboration with the Director of Community Engagement and Events.
- Manage event-related registration, communications, and post-event follow-up.
- Assist with development communications, including annual report.
Collaboration & Cross-Departmental Support
- Work closely with Admissions, Communications, the Business Office, Early Childhood, Lower School, and Middle School, and the Head of School’s Office to align advancement efforts with institutional priorities.
Qualifications & Competencies
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Experience in fundraising, advancement, or nonprofit development
- Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
- Must be available to support and attend after-hours events, both on and off campus
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Ability to understand, embrace, and effectively communicate the Sacred Heart Mission and the School’s mission in all development and advancement efforts
- Demonstrates genuine interest and enjoyment in getting to know and working with Regis students
- High level of discretion and confidentiality with sensitive information
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, volunteers, and leadership
Preferred:
- Experience with Veracross or similar advancement databases
- Experience in an Independent school, Catholic school, or nonprofit setting
- Knowledge of donor stewardship best practices
- Experience supporting fundraising events and campaigns