Careers

Reports To: Director of Development

Description last revised: 6/7/21

GENERAL SUMMARY
The Director of Parent Giving, reporting directly to the Director of Development, will oversee all aspects of parent giving at Thayer Academy. They will work with parent volunteers to build parent engagement, raise Annual Fund support as well as capital and restricted money from current parents, past parents as well as grandparents. The Director will oversee both the Senior and Middle School Legacy programs as well as coordinate volunteers for parent giving initiatives for each class. Working closely with the Director of Development and the Campaign Director, the Director of Parent Giving will ensure that we are maximizing parent giving and will identify, cultivate, solicit and steward a portfolio of individuals capable of making gifts of $5,000 and above to support the mission of Thayer Academy. This person will create strategies for existing supporters, as well as new prospects to move them along the continuum of giving to achieve annual financial goals.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Director of Parent Giving will develop strategies to best engage current parents, former parents and grandparents to maximize giving potential from each of these major constituencies.
• Working closely with parent volunteers, manages class-giving program for each class of parents with students currently enrolled at Thayer, with a goal of building stronger participation (82%) and higher Annual Fund giving ($1.2M) in FY22. from parents.
• Develop a portfolio of prospects with a goal of carrying 150 prospects annually.
• Cultivate, solicit and steward prospects for General’s Council level Annual Fund gifts of $1,877 and above and Campaign gifts of $10,000 and above. With a goal of closing $500,000 in gifts for FY22.
• Partnering with the Major Gifts Officer, will plan and execute Thayer’s Annual Founders Day: A Day of Giving – our annual community wide giving day.
• Strategize with faculty, senior leadership and fellow development staff on the appropriate engagement of prospects.
• Participate in TAPA meetings, as well as Campaign Steering Committee meetings.
• Strategize ways to engage key prospects, particularly those with the capacity to make gifts of $10,000 or more.
• Plan and participate in cultivation and stewardship events, including possible travel events and General’s Council events.
• Launch a grandparent giving program with engagement strategies including a revamping of our annual Grandparents Day as well as potential events in Florida and Cape Cod.
• Steward donor relationships so that donors feel highly appreciated by Thayer Academy.
• Prioritize work to have primary focus on face-to-face meetings and solicitations with current and prospective donors.
• Research new parents each year to identify potential donors.
• Coordinate with development staff to develop best strategies for growing the pipeline of major gift prospects.
• Identify organizational needs, innovations and other funding opportunities that would appeal to appropriate donors.
• Responsible for data integrity in Raiser’s Edge donor files including updating all personal information, keeping actions and proposals up to date and ensuring all notable information is recorded.
• Work with the gift processing team to ensure integrity of donor files, records, tracking, pledge reminders and communication.
• Attend and assist with all Development Special Events (occasionally on weekends or evenings).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 3-5 years of a proven track record in major gifts fundraising relationship building for a non-profit.
• Proven ability to identify, cultivate and solicit major gifts ($10,000 and above).
• Work earnestly in a team environment, and possess the ability to give and receive feedback.
• Demonstrated ability to use good judgment to handle confidential information sensitively.
• Natural ability to establish rapport with donors and the parent/grandparent community.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of The Raiser’s Edge software, Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, preferred.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Superb written and oral communication skills are essential.
• The ability to communicate to diverse constituencies in an effective and compelling manner.
• The ability to build successful professional relationships with faculty and staff.
• Mature professional judgment.
• Analytical thinking capacity.
• Ability to work independently in a self-directed manner and in collaboration with others.
• Superior follow-through and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational capabilities.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Unflinching integrity seasoned with humor, perspective and curiosity.

The above is intended to describe the general contents and requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or skills of personnel so classified.

To Apply: Please send your cover letter, resume, and three references with phone and email contact information to Melissa Forger, Director of Development, at mforger@thayer.org.

Reports To: Director of Development

Description last revised: 6/7/21

GENERAL SUMMARY
The Director of Special Events and Parent Programming, reporting directly to the Director of Development, is responsible for the planning, strategic execution and management of a wide-ranging calendar of special events and parent programming. Developing a comprehensive calendar of events that will best enhance the overall mission and strategic goals of Thayer, this professional will oversee the execution of all aspects of each event – strategy, scheduling, planning, fundraising (if necessary), working with vendors and internal departments, follow up, etc. Additionally, they will also work closely with the Thayer Academy Parents Association (TAPA) to provide management and support to their efforts to enhance the Thayer experience for parents as well as students.

The Director will provide strategic direction and long-range/short-range planning for all of these areas in the context of enhancing both alumni and parent participation in events, fundraising and creating an overall more cohesive community, while simultaneously supporting the greater development and campaign goals of Thayer Academy.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide oversight to a complete calendar of special events including, but not limited to an auction, Golf Tournament, Reunion, General’s Council Dinner, Homecoming, Valicenti Cup, Last Hurrah, etc.
• Responsible for providing oversight to all aspects of our Development events including closing sponsorships, auction/raffle donations, tickets sales, guest lists, invitations, décor, speaking program, vendors, volunteers, etc.
• Work collaboratively with the Executive Team of TAPA to coordinate meetings, budget and events.
• Collaborate with Thayer’s Headmaster, Upper School and Middle School Directors, Director of Development and Development team to build strong connectivity and community amongst our parent population.
• Produce and review detailed analytics from Raiser’s Edge to inform decisions and develop best practices for Thayer’s overall events and parent programming strategies to maximize fundraising potential as well as build more inclusive community building opportunities through events and parent programming.
• Steward donor relationships through the strategic use of events so that donors feel highly appreciated by Thayer Academy.
• Attend and assist with all Development Special Events (occasionally on weekends or evenings).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 3-5 years of development events experience with a successful track record in closing event sponsorships and planning successful development events.
• Strong managerial and leadership skills necessary, especially where it applies to volunteer management.
• Ability to manage and stay within a budget, make critical decisions about expense priorities and work with community members and vendors to figure out opportunities for in-kind donations.
• Demonstrated analytical and fundraising skills with the ability to recognize opportunities identify critical, high pay-off activities and prioritize them to attain goals.
• Ability to use good judgment to handle confidential information sensitively required.
• Natural ability to establish rapport with donors and volunteers required.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of The Raiser’s Edge software and Microsoft Office Suite preferred.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Superb written and oral communication skills are essential.
• The ability to communicate to diverse constituencies in an effective and compelling manner.
• The ability to build successful professional relationships with faculty and staff.
• Mature professional judgment.
• Analytical thinking capacity.
• Ability to work independently in a self-directed manner and in collaboration with others.
• Superior follow-through and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational capabilities.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Unflinching integrity seasoned with humor, perspective and curiosity.

The above is intended to describe the general contents and requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or skills of personnel so classified.

To Apply: Please send your cover letter, resume, and three references with phone and email contact information to Melissa Forger, Director of Development, at mforger@thayer.org.

Reports To: Director of Facilities
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Overtime Eligible
Status Staff, Full-time, Benefited

SUMMARY
Provides for the management and upkeep of campus landscape, grounds, and fields.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

EXPERIENCE & POSITION OVERVIEW
Under the supervision of the Director of Facilities, the ideal candidate for Head Groundskeeper will have three or more years’ experience as a groundskeeper in a school environment. We need a self-starter, able to plan, schedule, and follow through on all aspects of grounds maintenance, campus-wide. In this position, you will manage campus landscaping and athletic field maintenance, according to the needs of each school event or athletic competition. You will ensure that the grounds are consistently kept in optimum condition.

LICENSES & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• National criminal background check via CORI – Criminal Offender Record Information and FBI fingerprint clearance
• Pesticide application license – in accordance with the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources – MDAR
• Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License

RESPONSIBILITIES FOR OVERALL GROUNDS MAINTENANCE

• Planning, scheduling, and implementation of methods, materials, and equipment used in the care of school grounds, in each season
• Knowledge of timing for preparation of the grounds and playing fields according to the needs of each school event or athletic competition
• Extensive experience in grounds maintenance procedures, including, but not limited to cultivating, fertilizing, watering and spraying of flowers, trees, shrubs, grass, mowing, edging, raking, and weeding
• Snow removal and vigilance in maintaining walkways and parking areas so they are free of snow and ice on a daily basis.
• Operation and maintenance of hand and power tools and equipment used in grounds keeping
• Safe work procedures in the operation of hand tools, power tools, and grounds equipment.
• Routine maintenance of grounds equipment; oil changes, tune-ups
• Adherence to safety best practices and work methods; proper lifting techniques; health and safety regulations
• Adherence to 3-year training cycle as required by MDAR for application of herbicides and other chemicals used in grounds maintenance
• Install, maintain, and trouble-shoot irrigation systems and timers
• Read and understand Material Safety Data Sheets
• Safe and defensive driving practices and methods
• Oral and written communication skills
• The ability to work all hours needed, including being called in for emergencies, which could include overtime.

RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ATHLETIC FIELD

• Extensive experience in procedures for proper care of athletic fields, including layout and lining according to the sport played on each field, in each season: football, cross country, soccer, field hockey, baseball, softball, track & field, lacrosse. The baseball field requires daily attention.
• Fields must always be ready for practice and interscholastic competitions. This requires planning in coordination with the Facilities Director and the Athletics Department.
• All playing fields are consistently in optimum condition, applying your extensive knowledge of layout, lining, and maintenance of both grass and turf fields.

Ability to

• Utilize independent judgment in performing grounds maintenance and activities.
• Mix and apply chemicals to control and eradicate weeds, insects, and other pests (requires MDAR license)
• Observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance and repair
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions/directions
• Work cooperatively with others
• Maintain routine records such as work orders, equipment repairs and maintenance, chemical application, irrigation schedules, and IPM documentation
• Meet schedules and timelines
• Perform heavy physical labor
• Operate a variety of Academy vehicles and equipment.

EDUCATION
Education equivalent to graduation from an accredited high school or General Education Certificate (GED).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment

• Indoor/outdoor environment subject to changing conditions and temperatures exceeding 90 degrees at times
• Regular exposures to fumes, dust, dirt, oil/grease, odors, heights, and loud noises
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work
• Working on ladders and from heights
• Occasional direct contact with the public, students, and other staff
• Working with or around machinery with moving parts

Physical Requirements

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of maintenance and grounds equipment
• Standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Clarity of vision at varying distances to perform custodial and grounds duties
• Verbal, auditory, and written capabilities to effectively communicate in an articulate manner
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling object(s) weighing up to 75 pounds
• Occasional bending, kneeling, and crouching
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally

Hazards

• Working with chemicals, tools, and powered machinery
• Possible contact with blood borne pathogens and /or bodily fluids

To apply: please send resumes to HR@thayer.org.

Reports To: Director of Facilities
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Overtime Eligible
Status Staff, Full-time, Benefited

SUMMARY
Provides for the general maintenance and HVAC oversight of buildings, and physical plant.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Must be able to successfully perform all of the following duties and other duties as may be assigned.  Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Daily check of campus HVAC systems, to ensure proper temperature controls in classrooms and office space.
• Check school building control panel, and electric wiring to identify issues, and ensure that any obvious ones are seen to immediately.
• Inspect HVAC systems for problems or errors, and troubleshoot them in an immediate manner. Liaison with Academy HVAC vendors.
• Check the functionality of safety systems, including alarms, and ensure that they are properly set and reset as required.
• Perform minor fixes, including broken locks, and damages to walls or windows.
• Install necessary appliances and equipment, specifically in kitchens and cafeterias.
• Ascertain that any need for building repairs is communicated to the Director of Facilities.
• Installs, repairs, and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and other plumbing equipment, and opens clogged drains, using appropriate tools;
• Maintains a clean and safe work area;
• Observes and promotes safe work practices and procedures at all times;
• Follows local, state, and OSHA regulations;
• Uses and wears safety and/or protective equipment, as appropriate;
• Adheres to proper cleaning methods, storage, and proper care of equipment and supplies;
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;
• Reports all accidents and/or potential hazards to the Director of Facilities immediately, or as soon as reasonably possible;
• Attends in-service training to develop and improve knowledge and skills of building service work;
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities
• The ability to work all hours needed, including being called in for emergencies, which could include overtime.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Must be able to speak, read and write fluently in English and effectively communicate with other maintenance personnel and campus staff, faculty and visitors. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education equivalent to graduation from an accredited high school or General Education Certificate (GED).

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Current certifications in HVAC and basic electrical desired.  A valid Massachusetts driver’s license is required.  A background check is required and must be successfully completed before employment can be offered or started.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Because of the nature of the job, school maintenance workers may spend their entire working day outdoors in all types of weather. Workers should be comfortable with bending, stooping, kneeling and carrying large loads as part of their duties. Frequent walking, standing, lifting, up to approximately 50 pounds, and occasional lifting of equipment weighing up to approximately 75 pounds may be required. Work is typically performed walking or standing. The environment also exposes the employee to potentially hazardous substances. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for diagnosing and repairing maintenance and mechanical problems; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise and hazards.

To apply: please send resumes to HR@thayer.org.

Reports To: Director of Facilities
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Overtime Eligible
Status Staff, Full-time, Benefited

JOB SUMMARY
Perform carpenter maintenance in all Academy buildings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Must be able to successfully perform all of the following duties and other duties as may be assigned. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Construct and repair structural woodwork and equipment in an establishment working from blueprints and/or oral instruction.
2. Build, repair, and install counters, cabinets, benches, partitions, floors, doors, building framework and trim.
3. Hang sheet rock.
4. Install glass in windows and doors; hang doors. Replace damaged ceiling tile and floor tile.
5. Perform minor roof repairs such as repairing flashing. Perform masonry repairs and do concrete work.
6. Follows standard safety precautions; adheres to operator’s instructions when using power tools; wears recommended protective equipment such as goggles, hearing protectors, and/or work gloves. 
7. Performs other related duties as assigned.

RELATION TO OTHER JOBS
May be asked to install window shades, venetian blinds, curtain rods, and wall fans. Perform work to assist plumber, electricians, etc. Assist in preparation for graduation and other Academy related functions as directed by supervisor. Assist in snow removal and general care for the campus.

MACHINES AND TOOLS
Power saws, Drills, Carpentry, Hand Tools, Radial Arm Saw, Grinders, Table Saw, Sanders, Jointers

WORKING CONDITIONS
Hot, dry, dusty, noisy
Hazardous machinery.
Some overtime required.

REQUIREMENTS

1. Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions
2. Utilize Maintenance Direct, the Academy Work Order System
3. Must be familiar with the terminology of the trade: plywood grade marks, grades of lumber, etc.
4. Have skill in both cabinetry and structural carpentry.
5. Ability to be a team player and work well with others

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Home improvement contractor’s license or a construction supervisors license required AND,
2. Completion of vocational or apprenticeship program in carpentry/building trades; OR
3. Three years of experience in carpentry under the supervision of a skilled carpenter; OR
4. A satisfactory combination of experience required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Prolonged periods standing, bending, stooping, and reaching.
2. Must have a full range of physical motion as required to properly operate manual and electric power tools.
3. Must have balance necessary to traverse and work on scaffolding and roofs.
4. Will work in a variety of environments and weather with exposure to dust, fumes, and chemicals in both indoor and outdoor construction and carpentry. 
5. Must be able to regularly lift and carry 50 pounds and 100 pounds occasionally. 

To apply: please send resumes to HR@thayer.org.