Berkeley Preparatory School - a school free of government interference located in beautiful Tampa, Florida. Founded in 1960, Berkeley Preparatory School is an independent, co-educational, Episcopal college preparatory school with a current enrollment of 1,460 students in grades Pre-K through 12. Notably, the school operates completely free of interference from state and local governments. Employees at Berkeley are amongst the most well-compensated in the industry and are supported assiduously in tangible and intangible ways. In fact, Berkeley was named a “2026 Top Workplace” by the Tampa Bay Times. At Berkeley, we seek to educate the whole child by nurturing students’ intellectual, emotional, spiritual, and physical development so they may attain their highest potential. We are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse learning community that develops the character of and a strong sense of social responsibility in each student. Berkeley is located on a beautiful and well-equipped 86-acre campus, consisting of 29 state-of-the-art buildings. Our proud mascot is the Buccaneer. Graduates are passionate, well-rounded individuals who have learned the core values of discipline, diligence and integrity while mastering a rigorous, engaging curriculum and enjoying a myriad of co-curricular opportunities. The tax advantages of living in Florida are significant, and the Tampa Bay region offers an incomparable lifestyle replete with sunshine, year-round outdoor activity, and rich culture. Safe and easy to navigate, Tampa Bay is a wonderful place to make a life. Advancement Administrative Assistant: The Advancement Assistant is an integral member of Berkeley Preparatory School’s Office of Institutional Advancement, which oversees fundraising, volunteer engagement, family and alumni relations, and Advancement communications. Serving as a primary point of contact for donors, volunteers, alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and school leadership, the Advancement Assistant plays a vital role in advancing the School’s philanthropic and engagement goals. This position provides comprehensive administrative, operational, and programmatic support for fundraising and constituent engagement initiatives. Responsibilities include coordinating events and volunteer activities, managing donor stewardship and recognition processes, assisting with gift acknowledgements and communications, maintaining constituent records, and supporting the execution of annual and long-term advancement strategies. The Advancement Assistant provides direct support to key engagement programs, including the Berkeley Alumni Association, Berkeley Parents’ Association, and the Berkeley Fund annual giving program, helping to foster a culture of philanthropy and lifelong connection to Berkeley Preparatory School. Essential Responsibilities Office Administration and Operations Manage the daily operations of the Office of Institutional Advancement and provide administrative support to the Director of Institutional Advancement and the Advancement team. Responsibilities include:
Advancement Services and Database Support Provide administrative and operational support for Advancement Services and donor database management. Responsibilities include:
Event Management and Advancement Programs Coordinate administrative and logistical support for Advancement-sponsored events and school-wide engagement activities. Responsibilities include:
Volunteer and Berkeley Blazers Support Provide administrative and organizational support for volunteer programs and the Berkeley Blazers organization. Responsibilities include:
Donor Relations and Stewardship Support Support donor engagement, stewardship, and cultivation activities under the direction of Advancement leadership. Responsibilities include:
Annual Giving Reporting and Financial Tracking Provide reporting and administrative support for fundraising, events, and volunteer engagement activities. Responsibilities include:
Compensation and BenefitsThe appointment will begin as soon as possible, and is a full-time, salary, non-exempt position with full benefits. The compensation package will be very competitive nationally and commensurate with experience, degree attainment, and the national independent school and college markets. All inquiries and nominations are kept confidential. Berkeley Preparatory School does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or national or ancestral origin in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other School-administered programs, or in the administration of its hiring and employment practices. The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. |