Foundation Development Officer
Job Description
Position Title
Foundation Development OfficerSpecial Instructions to Applicants
Our Vision for Social Justice
The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions.
Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These complex principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet we are steadfast in our diligence to forge ahead to advance this vital mission.
Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds, students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, and students from first-generation families.
The idea of promoting social mobility through education is unconditionally and uncompromisingly embraced by community colleges. This is an exciting role, and it comes with a heavy responsibility. Simply put, we need to create environments where our students achieve greater academic success, so much so that we close our persistent equity/opportunity gaps.
If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply.
Recruitment Type:
Open (Internal and External applicants)Location
Contra Costa CollegePosting Number
0002093# of Openings
1Range
M3Salary
YEARLY: $113,664, step 1 - $138,480, step 5 (see special instruction for initial step placement)Position Status
PermanentOvertime Status
Exempt (not eligible)Position
Full-TimeIf temporary, employment duration:
N/A# of Hours Scheduled Per Week
40Work Schedule By Day and Work Hours
8:30am to 5:00pm
(some evenings and weekends required)
Shift Differential %
N/A# of Months
12Non-work Periods:
N/AEEO Job Category
Executive/Administrative/ManagerialEmployee Group
Manager - ClassifiedDepartment
C1001-President's OfficePosition Definition
Distinguishing Characteristics
Examples of Duties/Essential Functions
- Establishes and manages a portfolio of 150 donors and prospective donors, including college Alumni and designs successful cultivation and solicitation strategies.
- Participates in fundraising, planning & goal setting, and leads on its execution.
- Conducts essential meetings with prospects and donors on a continual basis.
- Identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards high-level annual fund and major donors.
- Develops and implements strategies to attract high-level annual fund donors.
- Prepares and presents reports to college and District administration.
- Participates in stewardship and cultivation activities that foster relationships with current donors and donor prospects.
- Works with foundation board members and the Executive Foundation Director to assist in meeting fundraising responsibilities.
- Develops strong working relationships with college presidents, deans, department chairs, and faculty and provides counsel and coordination of their development efforts.
- Accompanies District and college administrators, faculty, and/or volunteers on cultivation and solicitation calls.
- Supervises, trains and evaluates staff and conducts or participates in their selection.
- Coordinates prospect management.
- Develops and implements an effective program for recognition, involvement and stewardship of major gift donors.
Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience
Experience: Three (3) years of experience in major gift fundraising or high-end annual giving. Higher education experience is highly desirable.
Minimum Qualification-Knowledge Of
· The methods of, and best practices for, developing and maintaining effective relationships with donors, preferably in a higher education setting.
· Federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations related to Foundations and gift receipts.
· Capabilities of common and specialized donor management computer applications.
· Organization and management of records.
Minimum Qualification-Skill To
Minimum Qualification-Ability To
· Determine how best to develop and maintain effective relationships with donors and determine how and when a prospective donor can be successfully solicited for a gift.
· Relate well to and understand the needs and interests of donors in order to develop or strengthen relationships between them and the colleges.
· Participate in all aspects of the gift cycle.
· Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
· Translate sometimes complex work of the colleges and programmatic work for donor audiences.
· Work under pressure of established timelines and deadlines.
· Travel locally and work evening and weekend hours, as needed.
· Train and supervise personnel.
· Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, politics, philosophy, disability and religious background of all students, faculty and staff.
Desirable Qualifications
- Demonstrated Ability to Solicit Funds: Includes experience through the full fundraising process.
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and persuasively.
- Team Collaboration: Proven experience in fostering a collaborative work environment, and effectively managing and nurturing interpersonal relationships.
- Experience serving West Contra Costa County or similar community.
Job Open Date:
11/14/2024Job Close Date:
01/17/2025Open Until Filled
NoForeign Degree and Credit Statement:
Employee Benefits:
Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System). Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System). Police Service employers are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System.
Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans. Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options.
Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually (which can vary based on length of winter break).
Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan, longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.
Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and/or authorize payment to the union. If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply: Local 1 has a one-time initiation fee of $45.00 and monthly contribution of 1% of gross pay +$1. United Faculty has an agency fee of .55% of gross pay plus $2.50. (All confidential, supervisory and management positions are exempt from union membership)
For further information regarding benefits eligibility and details please refer to the following documents available on the 4CD website:
Classified Employees Local 1 Contract (Article 20-Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/hr/localonecontract/2019-2022%20Local%201%20Contract.pdf
Managers/Supervisors/Confidential Personnel Manual (Section 8-Insurance Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/gb/policies-procedures/manuals/MSC_08.pdf
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