Director I

Alumni Relations & Development

DSC Foundation 

How would you like to work for a dynamic, innovative and growing State College? Daytona State has trained the future leaders of Volusia and Flagler Counties and beyond for more than 65 years. Our graduates serve in the critical fields of healthcare, emergency services, business, education, hospitality, engineering, cybersecurity, digital media and more. We want you to be part of our team!

We offer competitive salaries, excellent health, dental and life insurance plans, and the opportunity to participate in the Florida Retirement System. Employees also enjoy a wide range of other incentives such as professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, free use of our aquatic and fitness centers, discounts on cultural events, generous leave policies and more.

We’re honored to be included in Orlando Business Journal's “Best Employers in Volusia County” rankings.

You belong here!

Required Qualifications:This position requires a bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of related experience in fundraising, scholarships, or donor relations.

Preferred Qualifications: A Master’s degree and experience with donor base management software is preferred. Community college experience is also preferred.

Key Responsibilities: This is not a comprehensive list of responsibilities.

• Provide leadership to develop and maintain an alumni organization in support of the College, including fundraising initiatives, programs of interest, events for the College community. Developing the organization will require organizing, enlisting, and maintaining an active advisory council of not more than 50 members representing various Colleges, Schools, Programs and organizations within Daytona State College.
• Create and implement fundraising strategies, including clear goals, objectives, timelines, and evaluation metrics for alumni growth in giving to the College and participation. Organizes the College’s Employee Giving Program, maintaining active participatory roles in College Constituency Groups as a way of encouraging giving back to the College.
• Assist in building and growing giving programs, together with the leadership team of the Foundation, including identification, cultivation and solicitation of major donors and corporations. Requires documentation of rating and screening procedures for prospects with highest giving potential.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Excellent organizational skills, interpersonal and customer service skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Ability to develop and meet goals is required
• Experience with developing and managing budgets is required
• Knowledge of computers, peripherals, and software programs such as Microsoft Suite and donor database management software, such as Raiser's Edge
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and be flexible to meet the demands of the College
• Take direction as well as work effectively and professionally on their own

For consideration, applicants must submit an online application at www.DaytonaState.edu/hr. Applicants may also upload their cover letter, resume and transcripts of all degrees and coursework. Application must include the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. If formal education occurred at an international institution, a copy of the degree evaluation must be uploaded and submitted with the online application. Candidates will not be considered if copies of transcripts (and / or third-party evaluations) are not furnished by the position closing date. Any candidate hired must supply official transcripts within 30 days of employment.

Criminal background checks are required. 

For more information, please contact us at 386.506.4505 or visit our website at http://www.DaytonaState.edu. 

Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process. To request accommodations, contact 386.506.4505. 

Daytona State College prohibits discrimination and provides equal access, equal educational opportunity, and equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and veteran status. For more details, read our policy at this site https://www.daytonastate.edu/equity/index.html or contact Human Resources at 386-506-4505 or 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd. Building 100, Room 303 Daytona Beach.

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