Temporary Assistant Director, State Center Community College Foundation

State Center Community College District•Fresno, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction of the Executive Director and Foundation Board, oversees the planning and implementation of programs and initiatives intended to develop monetary and in-kind support to the State Center College Foundation; plans, implements and evaluates office functions, alumni engagement and annual giving; plans and manages Foundation marketing and outreach; and performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, and three years of increasingly responsible experience in fund development that includes a proven and demonstrable track record of successful major gift solicitation; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Knowledge of principles and practices of fund development including campaign development, major donor cultivation techniques and planned giving.
Knowledge of professional ethical standards and practices as identified and agreed to by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) or similar body.
Knowledge of principles, practices and methods of campaign budget development and management and donor tracking and monitoring.
Knowledge of principles, methods and practices applicable to the design and implementation of public relations, community outreach and foundation marketing programs.
Knowledge of federal, state, corporate, private and non-profit funding sources to meet high-priority college funding needs.
Knowledge of research, statistical and forecasting methods used in donor analysis and management.
Knowledge of practices and techniques of sound business communication; correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Knowledge of capabilities of common and specialized donor management computer applications.
Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations and District rules and policies related to foundations and gift receipts.
Knowledge of applicable sections of the California Education Code.
Knowledge of uses and operations of scanners, phone systems, computers, standard business software, and database and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to plan and implement the activities of a complex fund development program and educational foundation.
Ability to analyze and structure financial gifts and make sound recommendations on complex funding issues.
Ability to work collaboratively with District leadership to cultivate, solicit and maintain a robust donor base.
Ability to manage and coordinate the work of volunteers and Foundation Board members.
Ability to develop fundraising materials and social media messaging.
Ability to represent the District effectively in public settings and one-on-one with volunteers, donors and potential donors.
Ability to interpret, explain and apply complex guidelines, policies and procedures applicable to assigned responsibilities with consistency and a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and recommend or adopt effective courses of action in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Ability to compose clear, concise and comprehensive analyses, correspondence, reports, studies, presentations and other written materials.
Ability to effectively engage and support historically minoritized groups by addressing issues of equity and improving culturally responsive service-oriented practices.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of District and Foundation files and records.
Ability to understand, interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to operate a computer and use standard business software.
Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex and confidential donor situations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.

Nice To Haves

Certain assignments may require a California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Districts vehicle insurance program.

Responsibilities

Plans, designs and implements fundraising and donor development programs for the college including the Annual Fund and alumni giving campaigns, event fundraising, endowed scholarships, planned giving and capital campaigns to support major needs of the college, scholarship programs for students and faculty mini-grants.
Plans, develops and implements friends, prospects and donor development events and activities; develops campaign plans, budgets, goals and objectives incorporating community volunteers and college staff into campaigns as needed; monitors campaign progress and develops campaign reports; maintains campaign financial reports.
Oversees the planning, development and implementation of fundraising and recognition events including soliciting major donations, event sponsors and underwriters and identifying/recruiting honorees and speakers; oversees event logistics including developing programs and presentations, contacting vendors for facilities and food orders, supplies and audio-visual equipment; provides staff support to volunteer committees.
Assists in identifying, cultivating and soliciting corporations, local businesses and major prospects; establishes and maintains long-term partnerships; develops strategies for cultivating participation from new and existing donors and moving them into major gift and planned giving programs.
Plans and facilitates meetings with community leaders, business owners, CEOs of local companies and the Chancellor, College Presidents and other District leadership.
Coordinates the Chancellor's Circle and other auxiliary group activities; manages membership campaigns; coordinates networking events; manages solicitation and recognition activities.
Establishes, maintains and updates the donor management system, online donation system and donor tracking and recognition systems; develops reports and analyzes donor trends; oversees the development and adherence to District policies regarding gift acceptance and other matters related to the Foundation.
Assists the Executive Director with Foundation Board and Committee recruitment, development and retention; participates in the development of Board agendas, reports and materials; may staff Board meetings in the absence of the Executive Director.
Oversees the development and implementation of the Foundation's internal and external marketing and public relation activities and materials; develops and maintains internal and external communications designed to keep District employees, donors and the public informed of college events and accomplishments and Foundation activities; oversees social media platforms.
Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity-minded practices within the District.
Provides day-to-day leadership and works with staff to ensure a high-performance, service-oriented work environment that supports achievement of the Foundation's mission, objectives and values; promotes workplace diversity, inclusion, cultural competency and a positive work environment.
Performs related duties as assigned.