Essential Functions and Qualifications

Essential Functions

• Plan, manage, and implement fundraising strategies for annual fundraising efforts, major gifts, planned gifts, specific projects and/or philanthropic programs
• Coordinate and make philanthropic asks of current and potential supporters of the College
• Coordinate publications, direct mail promotions, and other materials needed for fundraising activities
• Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote a comprehensive gift program
• Work with College leadership to identify funding strategies for specific projects and fundraising techniques
• Work with Foundation Board of Directors, ambassador groups, and volunteers on fundraising efforts
• Develop selected donor cultivation, acknowledgement, and stewardship strategies aimed at existing and prospective donors
• Work with Foundation staff in the maintenance of donor and prospect records and mailing lists for programs related to fundraising strategies and campaigns
• Compile, analyze, and report statistical and financial data
• Work with Foundation staff as part of a comprehensive donor stewardship system, including prospect research, event participation, and maintaining database information
• Participate on College committees and processes as requested
• Represent the College in partnership collaboratives in community, governmental, and professional organizations as appropriate and/or as assigned
• Interpret and apply rules, regulations, and College policies
• Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required; Master's degree preferred

Experience:

• Minimum of five years of successful fundraising experience
• Demonstrated background in meeting or exceeding fundraising goals and objectives with a track record of closing gifts
• Direct experience and success in face-to-face gift solicitation from individuals and corporations
• Strong track record with prospect research, outreach, and donor stewardship
• Experience managing donor gift programs, clubs, or recognition groups
• Experience developing donor cultivation and stewardship events

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Broad knowledge of the principles of fundraising – able to participate in all aspects of the gift cycle; general knowledge of tax laws that impact charitable giving
• Ability to understand the needs and interests of donors in order to develop relationships between them and the college
• Working knowledge of direct mail, email, social media, and other techniques and strategies of giving campaigns
• Understanding of nonprofit business practices and procedures
• Familiar with current technologies and use of social media in a fundraising environment
• Stellar interpersonal skills with a focus on initiating, building, and nurturing relationships with prospects and donors
• Interest in all aspects of higher education and a desire to promote the College’s fundraising priorities
• Understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of community college student
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a good sense of humor
• Excellent MS Office skills and knowledge of donor database systems; experience with Raiser’s Edge a plus
• Tactful, diplomatic, and uses discretion with confidential information
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• High level of energy, enthusiasm, and an entrepreneurial spirit
• A self-confident team member who readily takes initiative and is resourceful in identifying and seizing opportunities
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends when necessary