A Unique Leadership Opportunity
Army and Navy Academy seeks an accomplished, relationship-driven fundraising professional
to lead and expand a philanthropic program with significant potential. This is an exceptional
opportunity for a strategic, entrepreneurial advancement leader to partner directly with the
President, senior leadership, and Board of Trustees to strengthen donor relationships, expand
major gift opportunities, and help shape the future of a historic independent school.
To learn more about the Academy, the position, and the full scope of responsibilities,
please click here: Director of Development
About Army and Navy Academy
Founded in 1910, Army and Navy Academy is a private college-preparatory boarding and day
school for boys in grades 7–12, located on a historic oceanfront campus in Carlsbad, California.
The Academy develops honorable young men through academic excellence, leadership
development, character formation, and personal responsibility.
The Role
Reporting directly to the President, the Director of Development will serve as a strategic
partner to Academy leadership and the Board of Trustees in advancing the Academy’s
philanthropic priorities.
This individual will focus on cultivating meaningful relationships with alumni, parents,
grandparents, and friends of the Academy; expanding major gift opportunities; strengthening
donor stewardship and communications; and partnering with leadership to build a
sustainable culture of philanthropy.
The successful candidate will be a visible ambassador for the Academy and will help identify
opportunities to connect supporters with the mission and long-term strategic vision of the
school.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a collaborative, relationship-focused advancement professional with a
demonstrated record of success in fundraising, donor relations, advancement leadership
within independent schools, higher education, nonprofit leadership, or comparable
mission-driven organizations.
The successful candidate will bring exceptional relationship-building skills, strategic thinking,
professional presence, and the ability to effectively engage with senior leaders, trustees, and
donors.
Compensation and Benefits
Army and Navy Academy offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and demonstrated
fundraising success.