FT Executive Director College Foundation

Cochise College • Downtown Center - District Wide, AZ

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Executive Director College Foundation is responsible for advancing philanthropic giving through the Cochise College Foundation and the planning and execution of a fundraising strategy that promotes a positive and persistent public image of the college and foundation. Cochise College serves the residents of Cochise County from two campuses and four centers throughout Southern Arizona with panoramic views of five different mountain ranges. The college has been recognized nationally for its cost, return on investment, and high success rate; providing over 90 general and technical education programs leading to a variety of workforce certificates and associate degrees. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field from an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting body of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education
• Five years of fundraising or non-profit management related experience, including two years’ leadership/management experience
• Knowledge of methods, techniques, and procedures used in the planning, development, marketing, and delivery of a major fundraising and resource development program in higher education
• Knowledge of leadership techniques, strategic planning, resource allocation, staffing, and supervision
• Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures
• Knowledge of current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications, donor database management, and board document software
• Knowledge of communication principles, media, and marketing techniques
• Knowledge of publishing processes, procedures and techniques
• Knowledge of public relations principles, practices and techniques
• Skill in public speaking and ability to develop and deliver presentations.
• Skill in all facets of public relations activities.
• Skill in planning, organizing and coordinating activities and events.
• Skill in information research.
• Skill in presenting ideas and concepts orally and in writing.
• Skill in analyzing complex problems, identifying solutions and demonstrating critical thinking
• Skill in the ability to prioritize projects and coordinate multiple requests, and adhere to deadlines
• Skill preparing, monitoring and administering budgets
• Skill in effective supervisory practices and techniques
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner
• Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students and the public

Nice To Haves

• master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and manages fundraising strategies and campaigns through collaboration with college staff, the foundation board of directors, and financial and legal professionals; establishes and cultivates alumni and donor relationships and outreach; manages the foundation audit process; and coordinates Foundation scholarship funding, promotion, applications and awards
• Cultivates and manages stewardship of gifts, inspiring loyalty and commitment of stakeholders; raising public awareness through creative, cost-conscious, effective and future focused communications support and fundraising
• Coordinates and executes special events that foster a positive image among college stakeholders; assists with outreach activities as directed by administration
• Personally solicits funds via face-to-face solicitations, implementing special events, annual campaigns, and any other appropriate fund-raising programs as deemed appropriate
• Identifies major prospects and assures appropriate cultivation of planned gift donors in partnership with the college
• Identifies the college's audience and determines issues relevant to the institution; monitors public opinion regarding these issues; represents the college and the college foundation at public events
• Responds to requests from college departments for alumni outreach, fundraising, and communications strategies; develops and oversees the department’s budgets
• Evaluates the success of the Foundation on an annual basis and provides recommendation to improve effectiveness of all development efforts
• Performs other related duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive