Advancement Associate

The Childrens Center for Communication

WHERE COMMUNICATION COMES FIRST Since 1876

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Make a Lasting Impact

At The Childrens Center for Communication/Beverly School for the Deaf (CCCBSD) we provide transformative personcentered education and services for deaf and/or disabled individuals in a languagerich inclusive setting. We envision a world where Deaf and disabled individuals their families and communities thrive with dignity purpose and joy.

We are seeking a detailoriented collaborative Advancement Associate to support fundraising communications and donor engagement efforts. This position reports to the Director of Advancement and plays a vital role in advancing CCCBSDs mission by supporting all facets of the Advancement office from donor data to events to community outreach.

Your Impact

As Advancement Associate you will serve as a key support partner to the Director of Advancement and Communications Coordinator. You will coordinate communications ensure data integrity support campaigns and events and contribute to the growth of CCCBSDs donor and alumni engagement efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and manage donor database (Bloomerang) including data entry gift acknowledgments and reporting
Support implementation of CCCBSDs annual development plan including mailings appeals and reports
Assist with planning materials preparation and logistics for fundraising events (e.g. Spring Soire Lone Gull)
Track and reconcile event gifts prepare postevent reports and maintain accurate records
Collaborate on the Annual Appeal Annual Report and other key outreach efforts
Support alumni and board engagement activities
Assist with internal and external communications including website and social media updates
Conduct preliminary grant research under the guidance of the Director of Advancement
Participate in departmentwide planning and strategic initiatives
Attend internal and external events and represent CCCBSD in a professional valuesaligned manner
Support visitors and events on campus as needed

What Were Looking For

Associates degree required; Bachelors degree preferred
Minimum of 12 years of experience in fundraising donor relations or nonprofit communications
Experience with donor databases (e.g. Bloomerang or similar)
Strong organizational and writing skills with high attention to detail
Commitment to inclusive accessible communication (spoken written signed or AAC)
Ability to manage multiple tasks meet deadlines and work both independently and collaboratively
Positive flexible attitude and willingness to grow professionally
ASL proficiency or willingness to take ASL classes (offered at CCCBSD)
Experience with individuals with disabilities and/or knowledge of private school/nonprofit environments preferred
Comfort working occasional evenings or weekends for events

Why Join CCCBSD

Live Our Values. Love Your Work.

As a Certified Kindness Workplace we believe that the workplace should be more than a place to achieve professional goals it should be a space where compassion respect and empathy thrive. This culture of care creates a positive supportive environment for students families and colleagues.

Our work is grounded in CCCBSDs core values: Humanity Belonging Inclusivity Collaboration Integrity and Excellence.

Your Total Rewards at CCCBSD Include:

Competitive salary and step scale placement
Comprehensive medical and wellness benefits
Generous time off and worklife harmony
Tuition reimbursement and inservice training
Retirement matching 5
Preschool discounts and free ASL classes
Employee referral and longevity bonuses

We hope youll find a professional home here where your work matters your values align and your days are filled with purpose.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This role is based onsite and may involve lifting up to 40 lbs. for event preparation and engaging with the public during campus activities. Work may include occasional weekend or evening events and offsite venues.

Participation in emergency preparedness drills including fire drills lockdowns and evacuation procedures is required. CCCBSD provides reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility and success in the role.

Background Check Requirement

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all required background checks including Massachusetts CORI and SAFIS fingerprinting in accordance with state regulations.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through the SchoolSpring system.

If youre new to the platform or would like to express your interest more directly feel free to also email your materials or questions to Karen Hopkins Ed.D. Executive Director at .

Not sure if you meet every qualification We encourage you to apply we value potential lived experience and a shared commitment to our mission.

CCCBSD is an equal opportunity employer.
We strongly encourage applications from individuals with multilingual backgrounds lived experience and/or ties to the communities we serve. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process please contact us. We are committed to ensuring accessibility for all candidates.