Senior Manager, Development & Engagement

Seminole State College of Florida; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Seminole State College of Florida is seeking a Director of Development to secure major gifts and lead the Foundation's resource development program, partnering with the College to raise funds and foster financial and philanthropic support from donors, alumni, and friends.

The role oversees alumni relations, boards, events, and campaigns, directs budgets, and collaborates with the Marketing team to communicate impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Four years of fundraising, marketing, alumni relations, or related field.
• Experience with email and fundraising software applications.

Responsibilities

• Secures major gifts in collaboration with division leadership.
• Supports Foundation Board committees and events.
• Identifies funding priorities and new donor relationships.
• Develops strategic funding priorities and broad-based campaigns.
• Oversees Seminole State Alumni Association, recruitment, management, and stewardship of the Alumni Leadership Team.
• Leads stewardship efforts and sponsorships for Foundation events.
• Plans, budgets, and executes fundraising programs and leadership giving.
• Directs planning, execution, communication, and evaluation of special events.
• Collaborates with Foundation staff and College Marketing to prepare fundraising communications and events.
• Manages assigned budgets and analyzes fundraising progress.
• Maintains databases of prospects and alumni.
• Represents the Foundation and College at community events.

Skills

Fundraising

Communication

Relationship building

Leadership

Planning & budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Salesforce

Donor Perfect

Constant Contact

Microsoft Office

Job description

DESCRIPTION

The Director of Development secures major gifts, and assists in the operation, direction, and implementation of the resource development program to raise funds for the Foundation on behalf of the College and to execute programs to encourage financial and philanthropic support to the College. Promotes, coordinates, and enhances programs, secures philanthropic support, and strengthens relationships with donors, board members, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends of the College.

Responsibilities

DESCRIPTION

The Director of Development secures major gifts, and assists in the operation, direction, and implementation of the resource development program to raise funds for the Foundation on behalf of the College and to execute programs to encourage financial and philanthropic support to the College. Promotes, coordinates, and enhances programs, secures philanthropic support, and strengthens relationships with donors, board members, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends of the College.

Essential Functions

• Secures major gifts in collaboration with division leadership.
• Assists leadership to support the Foundation Board of Directors Development Committee and Events Committee.
• Identifies funding priorities, funding sources, innovative fundraising methods, and new relationships, such as prospective donors.
• Develops strategic funding priorities and implement broad-based funding campaigns in collaboration with College faculty and staff.
• Develops opportunities for external partners to become more involved with and knowledgeable about the College community.
• Supervises staff, including coaching, mentoring, training, development, and performance evaluation.
• Oversees and provides direction for the Seminole State Alumni Association, including recruitment, management, and stewardship of the Alumni Leadership Team, associated committees, related website, and communication strategies.
• Leads stewardship efforts of current sponsors and secures sponsorships for Foundation events, such as Dream Gala, Dream Cup, Alumni Legacy Awards, and Celebration of Giving.
• Develops, plans, budgets, and executes fundraising programs, including leadership giving through the Presidents’ Club and other Foundation events.
• Directs the planning, execution, communication, and evaluation of special events.
• Collaborates with Foundation staff and the College’s Marketing and Strategic Communications team in the development, oversight, and preparation of fundraising communications and events.
• Plans, administers, and analyzes assigned budget(s) by compiling reports to measure progress in developing and expanding fundraising efforts.
• Manages and maintains databases of prospects and alumni.
• Represents the Foundation and College at community events.
• Performs other duties as may be required or assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution.
• Four (4) years of experience in fundraising, marketing, alumni relations, or related field.
• Experience with email and fundraising software applications.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution in nonprofit management or fundraising.
• Five years of experience in the Florida State College System in alumni relations, fundraising or related area.
• Experience in higher education.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of specialized methods of fundraising.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including telephone and public relations skills.
• Demonstrates a professional, courteous demeanor.
• Ability to treat confidential information and situations with sensitivity and discretion.
• Strong presentation, influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to successfully develop and manage internal and external relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to lead and motivate others to achieve objectives.
• Ability to create new and innovative solutions, working independently or within a team environment.
• Working knowledge of Mac and PC Operating Systems, with excellent Microsoft Office skills including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint, and email and fundraising software applications such as Constant Contact, Salesforce, and Donor Perfect.
• Strong facilitation, coordination, planning, and organizational skills.
• Committed to working in a multicultural environment and with diverse groups.

WORK ENVIRONMENT And SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

• Works flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Travels between campuses and to other local destinations.
• Works in an office environment.

This description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow any job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisors.

The College anticipates that the position incumbent must be available throughout the workday and, on some occasions, after regular work hours. Therefore, as a condition of employment, the incumbent is expected to carry a personal cell phone and is required to provide their current cell phone number to the Office of Human Resources and to their immediate supervisor.

This position is not eligible for Veteran’s Preference.

Pay Benefits And Work Schedule

Are you ready to grow your career in a diverse learning environment and make an impact in changing the lives of our students? Seminole State College of Florida has a great opportunity to join our growing team of diverse faculty and staff!

We value the experience and expertise our employees bring to Seminole State College. Salary placement within the established pay range is based on education, relevant experience, and qualifications that align with or exceed the position requirements. View the College’s salary schedule .

In Addition, The College Offers An Attractive Including

• Flexible work options with a 37.5 hour work week and generous paid time off (holidays, annual and sick leave, and College Breaks)
• A variety of paid health and life insurance coverages
• Wellness incentives and free gym membership at the Raider Fitness Center
• FRS retirement and other options
• Professional Development and Paid Tuition
• Free on campus parking

Conditions of Employment

Finalists and individuals recommended for employment at Seminole State College must reside in the State of Florida by the time of hire and may be subject to background investigations and fingerprinting in compliance with Florida Statute 1001.64; and Seminole State College Policy 1.020; 2.020. Criminal background checks and fingerprinting will be conducted for all new employees, and for rehired employees who have had a break in service for one year or more. The Office of Human Resources will determine which background checks shall be conducted for each position, based upon its review of job descriptions and the responsibilities of the position. These include, but are not limited to, positions that have access to money, master keys, security-sensitive areas and confidential information; positions that have the capability to create, delete, and alter records; and positions that are responsible for the care and instruction of children. The College will conduct various types of background checks which may include, but are not limited to: criminal background, credit check, driver's license check, previous employment and references.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Seminole State College is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, gender, veterans’ or military status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, or any other factor protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in its programs, activities, and employment.