New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$117k–$146k/yr
Company Description Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, C…
Skills: Major Gift Fundraising, Portfolio Management, Donor Cultivation, Donor Stewardship, Philanthropic Investment
Syracuse, New York, United States · Hybrid
Overview At Community Financial System, Inc. (CFSI), we are dedicated to providing our customers with friendly, personalized, high-quality financial services and products. Our retail division, Community Bank, N.A., opera…
Skills: Technical Support, Customer Service, Office Automation Products, Remote Endpoint Management Tools, Communication Skills
Syracuse, New York, United States · Hybrid
Overview At Community Financial System, Inc. (CFSI), we are dedicated to providing our customers with friendly, personalized, high-quality financial services and products. Our retail division, Community Bank, N.A., opera…
Skills: Project Management, People Management, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Portfolio Management
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$230k–$243k/yr
Job Description The Department of Social Services (DSS) is comprised of the administrative units of the New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA) and the Department of Homeless Services (DHS). HRA is dedicated t…
Skills: Financial Management, Budget Administration, Performance Management, Strategic Planning, Policy Interpretation
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$82k–$94k/yr
Job Description APPLICANTS MUST BE PERMANENT IN THE ASSOCIATE STAFF ANALYST CIVIL SERVICE TITLE OR BE PERMANENT IN A COMPARABLE TITLE ELIGIBLE FOR 6.1.9 TITLE CHANGE The Department of Homeless Services (DHS) is one of th…
Skills: Budget Administration, Financial Analysis, Data Analysis, Quantitative Research, Fiscal Management
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$60k–$69k/yr
Job Description The New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS) is recruiting for one (1) Full-Time Associate Retirement Benefits Examiner, Level 2 in the Disability Retirement Administration unit within the Disa…
Skills: Case Management, Quality Control, Document Management, Adobe Acrobat, Medical Report Analysis
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$55k–$63k/yr
Job Description The New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS) is recruiting for one (1) Full-Time Associate Retirement Benefits Examiner, Level 1 in the Disability Retirement Administration unit within the Disa…
Skills: Records Management, Case File Preparation, Adobe Acrobat PDF, Medical Report Analysis, Zoom Facilitation
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$75k–$202k/yr
Job Description ***Only those applicants with permanent civil service status as Administrative Engineer are eligible to apply for this JVN. If you do not have permanent civil service status as a Administrative Engineer, …
Skills: Engineering Audit, Contract Compliance, Financial Review, Staff Supervision, Regulatory Compliance
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$68k–$223k/yr
Job Description Civil Service Title- Administrative Business Promotion Coordinator (Non-Managerial) The New York City (the “City”) Department of Transportation Division of Bridges (the “Division”) seeks to hire a seasone…
Skills: Government Procurement, Contract Management, Budgeting, FMS3, PASSPort
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$79k–$114k/yr
Job Description Civil Service Title- Estimator (General Construction) 2 This position is assigned to the Division of Bridges (the “Division”) Project Delivery Group and reports to the Division of Bridges Chief Scheduler.…
Skills: Project Scheduling, Critical Path Method, Oracle Primavera P6/P3, Schedule Delay Analysis, Time Impact Analysis
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$70k–$117k/yr
Job Description Civil Service Title- Procurement Analyst 3 * IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE, OR BE REACHABLE ON THE OPEN-COMPETITIVE LIST. The New York City…
Skills: Government Procurement, Contract Management, Budgeting, FMS3, PASSPort
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$70k–$105k/yr
Job Description Civil Service Title- Associate Contract Specialist * IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE, OR BE REACHABLE ON THE OPEN-COMPETITIVE LIST. The New Y…
Skills: Government Procurement, Contract Management, FMS3, PASSPort, Budgeting
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$98k–$125k/yr
Job Description *** To be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Administrative Staff Analyst-NM, or be reachable on the open competitive civil service list for Exam No. 9058. …
Skills: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, City Budget Processes
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$87k–$125k/yr
Job Description ***To be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Administrative Manager or be reachable on open competitive civil service list for exam #1195. *** The Division o…
Skills: Grant Management, Budgeting, Financial Planning, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$76k–$110k/yr
Job Description FOR CITY EMPLOYEES PERMANENT IN THIS TITLE The Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) leverages technology to drive opportunity, improve public safety, and help government run better across New York Ci…
Skills: Procurement Management, Contract Administration, Vendor Responsibility Determination, Solicitation Development, Staff Supervision
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$125k–$150k/yr
Job Description About the Agency: The New York City Department of Housing Preservation (HPD) promotes quality and affordability in the city's housing, and diversity and strength in the city’s neighborhoods because every …
Skills: Leadership, Financial Modeling, Financial Statement Analysis, Real Estate Development, Affordable Housing Finance
New Hyde Park, New York, United States · On-site
$86k–$138k/yr
As Real Estate Appraiser Associate in the Valuation Services Group, you support multifamily and commercial appraisal assignments under the guidance of a certified general real estate appraiser. You will build local marke…
Skills: Real Estate Appraisal, Market Data Analysis, Due Diligence, Property Inspection, Report Writing
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$150k–$175k/yr
About Man Group Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients via our Systematic, Discretionary and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and a…
Skills: Relationship Management, Investment Consulting, Sales Strategy, Asset Inflows, Financial Presentations
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$150k–$175k/yr
About Man Group Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients via our Systematic, Discretionary and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and a…
Skills: Institutional Sales, Relationship Management, Business Development, Financial Presentations, Account Prioritization
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$100k–$110k/yr
About Man Group Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients via our Systematic, Discretionary and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and a…
Skills: Financial Statement Analysis, Discounted Cash Flow Modeling, Debt Pricing, Credit Rating Processes, Data Aggregation
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The Director of Major Gifts manages a portfolio of high-capacity donors to secure transformational philanthropic investments. This includes designing individualized engagement strategies and collaborating with leadership to align donor interests with organizational priorities.
Requires a bachelor's degree and over 10 years of professional experience in frontline fundraising with a proven track record of closing six- and seven-figure gifts. Proficiency in Salesforce and experience managing high-net-worth relationships are essential.
Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!
As Director, Major Gifts, you will build and manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors and prospects, leading the full lifecycle of major gift fundraising, from identifying and cultivating new relationships to securing transformational philanthropic investments and stewarding long-term partnerships. You will develop individualized engagement strategies, partner closely with school and Home Office leaders, and connect donors to Uncommon Schools' mission through meaningful opportunities to invest in student success. Your work will play a critical role in expanding philanthropic support and advancing our organizational priorities.
Not sure you meet every qualification? We encourage you to apply—we’re excited to learn what you bring.
Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.
Compensation:
The full compensation range for this role is $116,800–$146,000. Typically, new hires who fully meet all qualifications listed in the job description will start at $124,100. Starting compensation below this reflects candidates with less experience or qualifications. Offers near the top end of the range are reserved for candidates who significantly exceed the qualifications, bringing extensive experience and specialized expertise beyond what is listed.
Compensation determinations consider relevant professional experience and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Additionally, because we value internal growth and tenure, current staff members are not subject to salary caps within this range.
Work Environment:
Uncommon is an in-person organization, with a commitment of at least three days each week at our Central Office in downtown Manhattan (100 Church Street).
Benefit Highlights:
*A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.
At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.
As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email .
✅Uncompromising commitment to excellence ✅Unwavering drive for improvement ✅Unstoppable team working together for kids!
We believe a college degree should be within reach for every young person in this nation. We start and manage outstanding urban public charter schools that close the opportunity gap and prepare students from economically disadvantaged communities to graduate from college.
Offices: 100 Church St, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10007, US
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