Chief Executive Officer, Educational Foundation (Reg FT)

Community College of Allegheny County; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Four-day Summer Week

403(b) match

State Pension

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

FSAs

EAP

Tuition Waivers

Tuition Reimbursement

PSLF Eligibility

Professional Development

Employee Parking

Job summary

CCAC Educational Foundation seeks a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead fundraising and operations for CCAC's nonprofit foundation. You will report to and collaborate with the college leadership, drive strategic philanthropy, and guide a team in alumni and donor engagement.

The role emphasizes governance, grant-making oversight, and ethical fundraising practices, with a focus on expanding private support for CCAC initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; CFRE preferred.
• Proven fundraising track record and donor relationship experience.
• Experience with major campaigns and endowment management.
• Knowledge of gift instruments, estate planning, and related tax laws.
• Experience with computerized donor databases and recordkeeping systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management of the CCAC Educational Foundation.
• Lead fundraising from private and philanthropic sources including annual giving, major gifts, and campaigns.
• Develop relationships with volunteers, donors, foundations, and alumni to support CCAC initiatives.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Campaign management

Gift planning

Nonprofit accounting

Education

Master's degree

CFRE preferred

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Chief Executive Officer, Educational Foundation (Reg FT)

Position Title:

Chief Executive Officer, Educational Foundation (Reg FT)

Employment Type:

Regular Full-Time

Department:

CCAC Educational Foundation

Campus:

Office of College Services

Salary:

Commensurate with experience

Remote Work Option:

Hybrid (May be subject to change)

Additional Information:

This position will remain open until filled. To ensure consideration for an interview, please submit your completed application, cover letter, and resume by October 12, 2026. The College cannot guarantee that application materials received after this date will be considered or reviewed.

Work Hours:

Standard College hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm; Additional hours, including evening and weekend hours, may be needed to meet the needs of the College.

General Summary:

Responsible for the overall leadership and management of the CCAC Educational Foundation. The Foundation is a Pennsylvania non-profit corporation formed exclusively for educational and charitable purposes to benefit and support the Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) As the Foundation's chief executive officer, the CEO is responsible for the leadership and performance of a comprehensive program for fundraising from private and philanthropic sources that includes annual giving, alumni relationships, corporate and foundation relations, major and planned giving, and campaigns to support a variety of CCAC initiatives. The CEO interacts with a diverse set of individuals, including CCAC's president and executive officers, Foundation Board members, CCAC's board of trustees, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and members of the community.

Requirements:

A master's degree in an appropriate field conducive to fundraising and a minimum of 8 years of experience. CFRE is preferred.

Competencies:

• Proven successful track record of identifying potential donors and raising significant funds, cultivating donor relationships, soliciting gifts, and overseeing the endowment for the distribution of funds for scholarships and other purposes.
• Proven success in managing major, comprehensive campaigns.
• Understanding various gift instruments, estate planning, trust administration, gift planning strategies, and related tax laws.
• Experience with computerized recordkeeping systems.
• Experience in leading initiatives and board of community leaders, planning and setting strategic direction for fundraising initiatives, and complying with governmental and IRS regulations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Accounting and budget management processes in a non-profit environment.
• Must possess solid judgment and well-developed organizational skills.
• Must possess the leadership abilities necessary to guide the college, Foundation board, and volunteers in building and expanding private philanthropy.
• Must adhere to the highest ethical standards and best practices of philanthropy and fundraising.

Duties:

1. Serves as chief administrative officer of the foundation and manages the operations in accordance with federal and state regulations, CCAC and Foundation policies and by-laws, and other applicable regulations.
2. Supervises and leads Foundation staff in identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and securing private funds for the college.
3. Provides leadership and vision for the development of a comprehensive fundraising program. This includes direct oversight of all annual, major, planned giving, and campaign prospects.
4. Develops and maintains dynamic relationships with volunteers, donors, foundations, businesses and corporations, faculty, staff, and alumni.
5. Ensures that gifts and grants are administered to honor the donor's intent and adhere to investment policies, scholarship criteria, and foundation bylaws.
6. Oversees the Foundation's scholarship program process and budget, the establishment of new funds, and the internal process of promoting, granting, and communicating with students and donors regarding awards.
7. Directs the fundraising from alumni in support of the activities of the college.
8. Assists the Foundation Board in recruiting and training new members.
9. Prepares agendas and reports for quarterly Foundation Board meetings and keeps the board informed of related programs and activities throughout the year.
10. Works with members of the Foundation's finance committee in managing the Foundation's endowment and other financial investments; overseeing the Foundation's audit and tax filings.
11. Oversees the donor and financial management systems to ensure accurate accounting and acknowledgement of gifts, as well as effective tracking of prospects, donors, and volunteer participants.
12. Performs other duties as required or as assigned.

Job Open Date:

9/28/2026

Benefits:

At CCAC, we take pride in offering an exceptional benefits package designed to support our employees' personal and professional well-being:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to an excellent health plan with a very low out-of-pocket expense network option.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy a range of time-off benefits that are tailored to your position, along with a four-day workweek in the summer for an ideal work-life balance. These benefits vary and may include vacation, personal, sick, and holiday pay, as well as options like collegial coverage for faculty.
• Retirement Planning: Options include a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 10% employer match or a state-defined benefit pension.
• Financial Peace of Mind: Employer-paid benefits include group life insurance, short/long-term disability, and access to flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• Wellness Support: Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available for confidential support, with resources to address personal and professional challenges.
• Educational Support: Take advantage of tuition waivers, tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, and a variety of professional development opportunities to grow your career.
• Exclusive Employee Perks & Rewards: Save on theme parks, sporting events, electronics, and more!
• Additional Advantages: Free employee parking to make your commute easier.

Job Category:

Executives

Job Slot:

5315

Clearances:

Current criminal record/child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position and to be employed at the College. The three clearances are Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check, and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal Background Check. The College has provided instructions on how to obtain these clearances, which are available here.

Transcripts:

Official educational transcripts will be required if offered a position.