Job Description

Salary
$11,297.75 - $13,731.83 Monthly

Location
Chula Vista Campus - Chula Vista, CA

Job Type
Classified Administrator

Job Number
00042

Division
Superintendent/President

Department
Advancement & Community Engmt

Opening Date
08/15/2024

FLSA
Exempt

Funding Type
Auxiliary

Initial Screening Deadline
09/13/2024

Work Schedule (Approx.)
Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Start Date
As soon as the successful candidate is identified and following the subsequent governing board approval.

 

Incumbents in District positions are expected to exhibit an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and employees, including those with physical or learning disabilities, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

 

Description
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under the direction and supervision of the designated Administrator, the Director, Foundation manages the development and implementation of a comprehensive fund development program that includes an annual giving campaign, corporate and community solicitation program, scholarships, special events, alumni association, public and private grant program, and planned giving program. The Director of Foundation fosters cooperative working relationships among District divisions, departments, external funder groups and with intergovernmental and regulatory agencies and various public and private groups.

 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Is a committed, dynamic administrative leader who embraces cultural competence, inclusive participation, and sets a management standard of leadership ensuring accurate and timely processes and procedures in support of student success and achievement. This leader is committed to transparency, accountability, and effective communication.

Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to: a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, public relations, communications, or a related field; AND four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional public personnel or related experience.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
A Master’s degree in a related field is desirable.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE
Valid California driver’s license and a safe driving record.

Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC.(ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with online application.

Knowledge of:

• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, budget development, program development, implementation, and evaluation. 
• Principles, and practices of budget preparation and administration.
• Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs. 
• Principles and techniques of fundraising and grant management for non-profit institutions. 
• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review, and evaluation, and the training of staff in work methods and procedures. 
• Contemporary issues of inclusion, social justice, diversity, access, and equity as related to higher education. 
• Methods and techniques for the development of presentations, business correspondence, research and reporting, and information distribution. 
• Principles and practices of event planning. 
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively interacting with students, staff, faculty, representatives of outside organizations, and members of the public, including individuals of diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, physical ability, and sexual orientation. 

Ability to:

• Provide administrative leadership and direction for the Foundation and District development.
• Provide leadership and work collaboratively and productively with all stakeholders, including faculty, students, administrators, support staff, unions, and the community. 
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate the work of staff and volunteers; train staff and volunteers in work methods and procedures. 
• Develop and implement tested methods of attracting donors and grant opportunities. 
• Manage major events. 
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials. 
• Gather and analyze data, evaluate alternatives, and make sound recommendations. 
• Effectively manage priorities in complex and diverse operational units. 
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. 
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax. 
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, ethics, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines. 
• Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, physical ability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. 
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 

 

JOB DESCRIPTION: Director, Foundation (Download PDF reader)
Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Identifies, cultivates, and solicits donors and grant opportunities from among community members, businesses, and foundations; coordinates strategies for the solicitation of giving from internal audiences including Foundation board members, Governing Board members, alumni, retirees, and current faculty and staff; conducts ongoing cultivation of prospective donors and stewardship of current donors by maintaining a visible presence with personal visits and correspondence as well as through more generalized communication including District publications.
2. Directs the formulation of Foundation mission, strategic planning, goals, objectives, actions, timelines, and responsibilities, in alignment with the District; supports the strategic goals and mission of the District and advances a positive image and enhanced reputation of the District to the community.
3. In consultation with the Superintendent\President and the Foundation Board, develop and implement a comprehensive institutional development plan for the District and Foundation that includes, but is not limited to, alumni relations, corporate and foundation giving, grants, donor recognition and overall community awareness and giving program.
4. Manages and participates in the development and administration of the annual Foundation budget; forecasts additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring of and approves expenditures; directs and implements adjustments, as necessary.
5. Coordinates leadership for capital or endowment projects by determining viable fundraising plans, identifying appropriate donors and grant funding opportunities, determining, and implementing solicitation strategies, and assisting with dedication or public activities related to completed projects.
6. Represent the college and the Foundation at District and community events; acts as a Foundation liaison with community organizations and with city entities; represent the District and Foundation at regional, state, and national meetings and conferences as appropriate.
7. Provides administrative support to the Foundation in all related activities and collaborates with the Chair of the Foundation Board to carry out the objectives and activities of the Foundation.
8. Manages and adheres to policies and procedures relating to gift and grant solicitation and acceptance; monitors investment policy; determines asset allocation; researches investments; supervises investments; tracks and distributes endowment funds in concert with the Foundation Board of Directors.
9. Leads coordination and implementation of special events, annual campaigns, and alumni/retiree activities; develop and implement marketing strategies to promote engagement and support.
10. Performs related duties as assigned.

Supplemental Information
SALARY SCHEDULE: SCCDAA - Administrators (Download PDF reader)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This is a non-telecommuting position.

All District employees must participate in the COVID-19 Vaccination Program, which requires them to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved medical or religious exemption.

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with frequent interruptions and distractions; extended periods of time viewing computer monitor; possible exposure to dissatisfied individuals; travel to different locations to attend meetings or perform other assigned District functions. 

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. 

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction. 

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

 

Application Process:

A confirmation email will be sent once your application packet has been successfully submitted.

It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all application materials are received by the review deadline date. A separate, complete application packet is required for each position for which you are applying for. All materials included in your application packet become District property, will not be returned, will not be copied, and will be considered for this opening only.

A screening committee will evaluate applicants, taking into account the breadth and depth of relevant education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview.

 

INTERVIEW TRAVEL COSTS MUST BE BORNE BY THE APPLICANT.

If additional positions become available in this classification, applications received in response to this posting may be considered for those additional positions for up to 90 days after final board approval.

Candidates selected for employment with Southwestern Community College District must be fingerprinted by an electronic fingerprinting service (i.e. LiveScan) within 10 days of employment; provide clearance of tuberculosis (dated within the past 4 years and renewed every four years as a condition of continued employment) within 60 days of employment; provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Successful candidate selected may be assigned to any of the campus sites (Chula Vista, Crown Cove, National City, Otay Mesa, and/or San Ysidro).

 

American with Disabilities (ADA):

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to candidates with verified disabilities. Accommodation requests should be made as soon as practical by calling Human Resources at (619) 482-6395.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

As an Equal Opportunity Employer and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Southwestern Community College District will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

The Southwestern Community College District shall not discriminate against any person in employment or in any program affiliated with the District on the basis of age, ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.


Notice of Availability of the Annual Security Report:

Southwestern Community College District is committed to assisting all members of the community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report is available on the SWCPD website.

If you would like to receive a hard copy of the Annual Security Report, which contains this information, you can stop by the College Police Department or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (619) 482-6390.


Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Plan (DAAPP):

More information about the DAAPP, including the Biennial report and additional resources can be found in the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program website.

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