DIOCESE OF ALLENTOWN
Secretariat for Evangelization, Education and Formation
Position Description
The mission of the Diocese of Allentown is: "A Roman Catholic family of faith, centered in the Holy Eucharist, faithful to the Church's teachings, bringing the Light of Christ to each other and to our community."
The Diocese of Allentown is an excellent place to work and to build a career. It offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including health insurance for all full-time employees and days off for standard holidays and Holy Days.
Job Title: Program Manager - Scholarships
Reporting Functions: Reports to the Director of School Development
Job Function: The Program Manager of Scholarships is responsible for oversight, growth, and administration of the Diocesan school scholarship program to increase enrollment and promote fiscal health for our Diocesan schools. The position requires annual planning and proactive research to identify sources of funding within the EITC/OSTC programs, and changes to PA state legislation. The Program Manager interfaces with outside organization, individual donors and businesses, pastors, principals, school advancement directors, along with the Executive Director of Stewardship and Development and the Eastern PA Scholarship Foundation.
Scope of School Support : The Elementary Schools, High Schools, and Special Learning Centers in 5 counties: Lehigh, Berks, Northampton, Carbon, and Schuylkill.
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Working with the Director of School Development to develop an annual plan of strategies and tactics to drive the overall growth of scholarship funds available for Diocesan schools.

• Coordinate with the Superintendent from the Office of Education, Director of School Development, Marketing and Enrollment, and Finance.

• Provide administration, development, and execution support for the Diocesan Scholarship Organization - Eastern Pennsylvania Scholarship Foundation (EPSF).

• Coordinate with the schools and the diocese to strategically solicit donors for the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program and the Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit Program.

• Make presentations to schools and board members to educate them on the Tax Credit programs.

• Execute the scholarship application process.

• Administer all donations received by the EPSF, making certain that all state requirements are satisfied, acknowledgement letters are sent, and all funds are tracked.

• Promote EPSF initiatives in the community, parishes, and schools.

• Manage the meetings of the EPSF Trust Advisors by providing meeting schedules, working with the chairperson and the Director of School Development and Scholarships on the agendas and completing meeting minutes.

• Develop, administer and distribute scholarship funding outside the Tax Credit Program, as required.

• Preserve ongoing relationships by initiating and responding to individual donors, corporations and businesses, EPSF, and community organizations when renewing or securing new scholarship gifts.

• Develop, administer and distribute endowed funds for Catholic school scholarships.

• Proactively seek new scholarship funding opportunities.

• Responsible for event coordination and administration of the scholarship work processes.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of School Development.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.

• 2-4 years relevant experience, preferably in fundraising.

Other Requirements:

• Due to the nature and mission of the Catholic Church, all employees are bound to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Church in regard to matters of faith and morals, including maintaining a lifestyle that is in conformity with the teachings of the Catholic Church.

• Strong Catholic identity and commitment to the mission of the Church.

• Must be passionate about Catholic education with a desire to help our schools succeed.

• Exceptional communication, organization, teamwork and analytical skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office - Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.

• Understanding of basic accounting concepts.

• Relationship-building and influencing skills.

• A high degree of integrity, confidentiality, strong work ethic, and a willingness to quickly and continuously gain knowledge of the mission of the Diocese of Allentown and its affiliates.

• Valid Driver's License.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.
Salary range: $50,000- 60, 000; based on experience.
Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone. Use of hands to operate standard office equipment; with occasional reaching and lifting up to 10 pounds.
Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Normal work hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30-4:30. Will be required to meet with constituencies outside and in excess of normal work hours. May be required to travel within the 5 counties: Northampton, Berks, Carbon, Schuylkill, and Lehigh County (normally not overnight).
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume via iSolved Hire or to the following:
Amy Impellizzeri
Email:
OR
Diocese of Allentown Office of Human Resources
Attn: Program Manager- Education
P.O. Box F
Allentown, PA 18105-1538
FAX: 610-439-7693
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