JOB
The Executive Director plays a crucial role in enhancing the community college’s profile, fostering relationships, and securing resources to support the college’s mission. This position involves strategic planning, fundraising, community engagement, and public relations. The Executive Director fosters awareness, understanding, and support for the college through strategic and targeted programs, events, and campaigns. The position reports directly to the College President with support and guidance from the Foundation Board of Directors.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Fundraising and DevelopmentDesign, oversee, and implement ongoing fundraising and giving opportunities.Cultivate relations with donors and work with them to innovate and customize criteria specific to their scholarships, major gifts, grants, and sponsorships while in harmony with the values and missions of the College and Foundation.Develop, implement, and support specific giving opportunities through the Annual Gifts, Planned Giving, and Capital Gifts Programs.Plan and coordinate donor recognition events, receptions, and other activities.Community Engagement, Public Relations and MarketingMonitor the image of the College as portrayed through publications, graphic standards, promotions, and external communications.Lead and oversee the creation and design of marketing materials, articles, newsletters, and advertising campaigns that will raise the profile of the College and Foundation, attract students and donors, and increase awareness of giving opportunities.Represent the College and Foundation through select civic engagement opportunities.Coordinate the Faculty Chair selection committee, the Chair presentation and reception; and oversees the funding for this award.Develop the nomination packet for the college’s candidate for the annual Excellence in Teaching Award sponsored by the State Board of Community Colleges.Coordinate with other departments on the release of emergency notification information as needed.Strategic Planning and ReportingContribute to the college’s strategic planning process by providing insights on advancement-related goals.Work collaboratively and strategically with internal and external stakeholders to plan, develop, and maintain a college-wide marketing and advertising campaign.Prepare regular reports on fundraising, engagements, and public relations efforts.Evaluate the effectiveness of advancement initiatives and adjust as needed.Prepare Foundation Board meeting agendas and support materials.Recommend updates to relevant College and Foundation policies and procedures.Stay current on trends, training, fundraising ideas, and prospective funding sources.Work directly with the college president on special projects and branding efforts.StewardshipRecognize donors, ensuring they feel appreciated and connected to the college.Maintain accurate records of donor interactions and contributions.Implement stewardship practices that encourage long-term philanthropic support.Develop and adhere to an annual Foundation operating budget.Manage Foundation assets as a member of the Foundation’s Investment Committee.ManagementManage operations of the Foundation and IA office, including staff.Prepare for the annual audit, tax filings and all 501(c)(3) compliance obligations.Ensure that files are securely stored to maintain privacy and confidentiality.Support timely communications with the Foundation, College, and donors.Serve as a standing member of the President’s Cabinet and College Council; and as a member of other college committees as assigned.Complete special projects assigned by the college president and other related duties incidental to the work described herein.DISCLAIMERThe above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as assigned by administration and supervision.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PREFERRED Master's Degree in Business, Marketing, Psychology, Communications, or related field from an accredited institution.Successful experience in educational fundraising and securing major gifts and sponsorships.