Benchmarks for every role we recruit across education & nonprofit. All ranges represent base salary — total compensation including benefits, bonuses, and incentives is typically higher.
All ranges represent base salary in USD. Real-time market analysis is included with every retained search consultation.
| Role | Specialization | Salary Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major Gifts Officer | Nonprofit Fundraising & Development | $70,000 – $130,000 | Track record of six- and seven-figure gift closings and campaign leadership expe… |
| Grant Writer / Grants Manager | Nonprofit Fundraising & Development | $52,000 – $85,000 | Federal grant management experience and multi-programme portfolio management com… |
| Development Director | Nonprofit Fundraising & Development | $85,000 – $150,000 | Campaign leadership, endowment management, and demonstrated programme growth dri… |
| Academic Advisor | Higher Education Administration | $42,000 – $68,000 | Advisors with first-generation student programme experience and demonstrated ret… |
| Admissions Counselor | Higher Education Administration | $40,000 – $60,000 | Graduate admissions and specialised programme recruitment experience command the… |
| School Principal / Assistant Principal | K-12 Education | $75,000 – $130,000 | School size, district, and state all drive significant variation. Urban and turn… |
| Special Education Coordinator | K-12 Education | $65,000 – $105,000 | District-level coordination experience and multi-programme compliance management… |
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