Executive Director of Institutional Advancement

$72,756 - $90,945/Yr

Bay de Noc Community College - Escanaba, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Escanaba, MI

Educational Services

About the position

The Executive Director of Institutional Advancement at Bay de Noc Community College is a leadership role focused on developing and managing comprehensive fundraising strategies. This position is essential for overseeing foundation records, ensuring the stewardship of foundation assets, and building relationships with alumni, donors, and stakeholders to enhance financial support for the college.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies.
• Oversee meticulous management of foundation records and reporting.
• Steward foundation assets responsibly.
• Foster relationships with alumni, donors, and stakeholders.
• Enhance the college's financial support network.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in fundraising or management of funds.
• Minimum of three years of supervisory experience.
• Advanced knowledge of legal requirements of fundraising and trust administration.
• Experience in financial or budget management.
• Proficiency with electronic research, marketing, database management, and reporting methods.
• Demonstrated significant community involvement and volunteerism.
• Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive environment.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and organizational ability.
• Ability to function autonomously and collaboratively.
• Willingness to work irregular hours and travel extensively.
• Valid unrestricted driver's license.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in business or related field.
• Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in institutional advancement, fundraising, or development.
• Experience in a senior leadership role, including strategic planning and team management.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing donor cultivation and stewardship strategies.
• Experience managing significant budgets, including fiscal planning and resource allocation.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
• Health savings accounts
• 12% employer contribution to Michigan Public School Employees Retirement Systems or TIAA 401(a)
• TIAA 403(b)
• Generous sick and vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Modified summer schedule
• YMCA membership
• Wellness Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development support