Associate Director of Annual Giving

St. Norbert College (SNC), a nationally ranked, private, Catholic, liberal arts college, is seeking an Associate Director of Annual Giving. This position leads comprehensive efforts to build and strengthen relationships with alumni, parents, and friends of St. Norbert College, and to secure and renew their financial support. Responsibilities include promoting opportunities to give to the St. Norbert Fund, supporting restricted giving initiatives tied to key institutional priorities, and implementing long-term stewardship strategies that deepen donor engagement and foster lasting connections with the college.

This position is based on campus and requires regular in-person presence.

Specific responsibilities:

• Plan, set goals for, implement, and evaluate comprehensive annual giving and donor relations programs to advance institutional fundraising objectives and effectively engage, recognize, and retain donors.

• Partner with Advancement Services to develop, analyze, and distribute statistical reports on the St. Norbert Fund, other annual giving programs, and donor relations solicitations and communications, using data to guide current and future strategies.

• Collaborate with Advancement colleagues and campus partners to design and execute projects and solicitations that support annual fundraising and donor relations goals.

• Prepare and manage the annual budget and oversee related administrative processes, including management controls, policies, and procedures.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Commitment to a mission-driven environment that is aligned with Catholic, Norbertine, and liberal arts values.

• 3-5 years of experience identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding annual and/or major gifts.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess issues thoroughly and systematically.

• Demonstrated professionalism in interacting with coworkers and customers, including effective conflict resolution and customer service.

• Ability to multitask, prioritize, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively.

• Proven leadership skills, including aligning team objectives, motivating others, and fostering collaboration across teams.

• Strategic thinker who can anticipate challenges and opportunities and stay aligned with changing conditions.

• Commitment to continuous learning, self-improvement, and setting a positive example for others.

• Ability to build support for team and organizational goals and maintain productive partnerships.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Apps (Workday is a plus), with the ability to learn new systems quickly.

• Exercises sound judgment, tact, and discretion, especially when handling confidential information.

The College may consider any equivalent amount of credentials, licensures, training, or experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Benefits package:

The College offers an outstanding benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plan; paid time-off, and tuition waiver. For more information, please visit: https://snc.edu/human-resources.

Application instructions:

Applications received by January 14, 2026, will be given full consideration. However, applications will continue to be accepted until the position has been filled. Please submit a cover letter and resume with your application.

St. Norbert College (SNC), a Catholic, Norbertine, and Liberal Arts College, provides an educational environment that fosters intellectual, spiritual, and personal development.  As the only Norbertine institution of higher learning in the world, our roots, traditions, and commitments create a unique and enriching educational experience for our students.  

At SNC, our commitment to communio – the Norbertine ideal of a community united as one – is grounded in the principles of dignity, truth, and justice. Consistent with these principles, St. Norbert is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.  

We seek those who will embrace our mission and commitment to building a vibrant, diverse, and spiritually engaged community (https://snc.edu/mission).