Executive Director of the Modesto Junior College Foundation - President's Office - Modesto Junior

Executive Director of the Modesto Junior College Foundation - President's Office - Modesto Junior College

Under administrative direction of the Modesto Junior College President, the Executive Director serves as the chief fundraising officer for Modesto Junior College and the Modesto Junior College Foundation. The Executive Director provides leadership, both directly and through supervision of Foundation staff, for the planning and implementation of a comprehensive development program. The Executive Director sets ambitious, clear, and achievable goals, and inspires the staff, as well as the Board of Directors to meet and exceed expectations. The Executive Director is responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donor prospects (individuals, Foundations, and corporations), gift funds, scholarships, and donor records at all levels of giving. The Executive Director of the Modesto Junior College Foundation will place special emphasis on the cultivation and solicitation of major gift donors and grant-makers capable of giving $10,000 and above. The Executive Director also collaborates with the Foundation Board of Directors and the MJC President to advance fundraising and community partnership initiatives consistent with the Foundation's mission.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The Education/Experience, Knowledge and Ability requirements are representative of essential duties. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Education and Experience: Education: Bachelor's degree in business, education, public administration, public relations, development management, or related field. Bachelor's degree in an unrelated field coupled with at least five years in development and community relations may be accepted if it is addressed in the applicant's cover letter. Experience: Minimum of three years of recent, successful development experience. Preferred Qualifications: Masters or Doctorate in business, education, public administration, public relations, development management, or related fields. Senior level development experience in a college or university setting. Preference is for the Executive Director to have a thorough understanding of best practices in fundraising, with demonstrated success with annual fund, major gifts, alumni relations, estate and planned gifts, corporate and/or Foundation fundraising.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities to: Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Work effectively with persons of diverse backgrounds and experience. Exhibit leadership in management and planning; train, supervise, and evaluate staff, work cooperatively with others. Exhibits proficiency and accuracy with Microsoft Office Suite, database-related software applications, and other office equipment required. Familiar with college services and programs. Familiar with current issues involving college advancement and fundraising programs, activities, and events. Principles in the principles and practices of business management and strategic planning and development processes. Knowledgeable about state and federal laws, codes, and regulations affecting fundraising and development programs. Proficient in Foundation operations including legal, financial, government regulations, and board development. Proficient in principles and techniques of grant management, fiscal accountability and budgeting. Proficient in principles of management practice and leadership including effective human resource management. Proficient in principles of revenue and expenditure management within an approved annual budget. Knowledgeable in District organization and the applicable policies and procedures related thereto.