Regional Development Officer

Colorado Mountain College•Edwards, CO

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the assigned Campus Vice President(s) and the Foundation Director of Development in a shared role, the Regional Development Officer (RDO) serves as the lead fundraiser in the assigned geographic area on behalf of the Colorado Mountain College Foundation and the College. The RDO will identify, research, cultivate, solicit, and steward individuals, businesses, and grant-making organizations to secure annual fund, programmatic and capital campaign and/or planned gifts. This position works in direct and daily partnership with the assigned Campus Vice President(s) and receives fundraising coordination and tracking via the direct supervision of the Director of Development, with the Foundation CEO providing strategic guidance. Coordination of donor events in the region is also required. The RDO will effectively communicate the vision, mission, and funding needs of the College. This position will work in tandem with CMC and CMC Foundation leadership in identifying and securing appointments with community members; inclusive of assisting and working with CMC Foundation Board members (and assigned County Trustee(s) when appropriate) as an identifier, connector, and college ambassador with local prospects and community members. The RDO will plan and attend events in conjunction with the assigned campus(es) for the purpose of the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors and the community. This position may also be asked to represent the campus(es) in the business community such as with the Rotary and Chamber; and partner with the Campus VP(s) on working with other non-profit and government entities. Ability to close major (4-6+ figure) gifts and establish/have collaborative relationships and coordinate with external community partners is essential. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, flexible, high-energy, and a creative problem-solver with a strong ability to work independently.

Requirements

Education and experience sufficient for the rigors of the position. Examples may include a bachelor’s degree and three years related experience, or equivalent education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill and abilities to perform the functions of the position.
Minimum of three years sales, fundraising, and/or community/event organizational experience required.
Demonstrated success as a fundraiser (4-6+ figure gifts) with proven experience in developing strategies for donor identification, retention, and growth.
Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences.
Excellent verbal and written skills.
Knowledge of office systems: MS-Office preferred and fundraising database systems (e.g., Donor Perfect, Raiser’s Edge).
A team player committed to developing and working within a collaborative environment and to ensuring the highest customer service orientation.
Position requires frequent travel within the assigned region, CMC district and occasional travel outside of the college footprint. The amount will vary depending upon size and geography of region.
Ability to build and sustain helpful working relationships in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient; maintaining a high level of professionalism, integrity/ethics and confidentiality is critical to this role.
Highly organized and detail-oriented; has initiative and follow-thru to execute projects from initial stage through completion.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize efficiently, be flexible and work on multiple projects simultaneously, both as an individual and as part of the team.
Strong administrative, written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.
This position requires the employee to be a resident of the State of Colorado or obtain residency within 30 days of hire and perform all work duties within the state.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Successful completion of a background check including motor vehicles records report will be required.
Incumbents in this position will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned.
Will require travel within the College district/service area, altered work schedules with evenings and/or weekend hours.

Nice To Haves

Proven direct fundraising experience for donor acquisition and events requests preferred.
Experience with Capital or Major Gift Campaigns is highly desired.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop relationships and conduct in-person meetings with individuals, businesses, community members and grant-making organizations in assigned region(primarily)to secure donations and community support for Colorado Mountain College, inclusive of management of a personal portfolio of 50-70 active prospects/donors (pro-rated for part-time positions) to cultivate, solicit, steward gifts of 4-6 figures, on average to ensure adequate/high levels of engagement and stewardship.
Work in close and regular partnership (via phone, online or in person) with the Foundation CEO, Director of Development and Foundation team members for the strategic identification, cultivation, engagement and tracking of prospects/donors.
Work collaboratively and closely with staff discuss needs of the campus; provide summary of emerging needs and opportunities to Foundation.
Coordinate and manage events designed to cultivate, solicit and/or steward donors and alumni in the assigned region.
Engage faculty and departments in identifying and connecting with “lost”
Identify ways to work with current students to develop activities that will ensure student involvement with the Alumni Association after graduation.
Represent the College and Foundation at events and activities to enhance the prominence and positive profile of the College in the community.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Pet insurance
retirement contribution
tuition reimbursement
annual & sick time
mental health resources
healthy lifestyle benefits
affordable transitional housing may be available to the successful candidate based on eligibility and availability
relocation if applicable