Director of Advancement Operations & Data Stewardship

Towson; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 80,214 - 100,267; Full time

Job summary

Parkland College Foundation is seeking a Director for Advancement Operations in Champaign, IL. This on-campus, full-time role supports fundraising infrastructure, donor stewardship, and financial processes within a 12-month administrative framework.

The position reports to the AVP/ED and collaborates with campus partners and auditors. Responsibilities include leading systems and workflows, managing donor data, finances, scholarships, and compliance.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of relevant experience in advancement operations, nonprofit administration, finance, or related field.
• Experience with financial processes, fund administration, or similar operational work.
• Experience with CRM systems and reporting.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Office 365, including Teams and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Lead advancement operations including systems, processes, and workflow management.
• Oversee advancement services, financial processes, scholarship administration, and donor data systems.
• Supervise staff supporting advancement operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Manage and analyze financial processes including endowments, receivables, payables, and reconciliations.
• Prepare financial reports and analysis for leadership and board use.

Job description

Parkland College Foundation is seeking a Director for Advancement Operations in Champaign, IL. This on-campus, full-time role supports fundraising infrastructure, donor stewardship, and financial processes within a 12-month administrative framework.

The position reports to the AVP/ED and collaborates with campus partners and auditors. Responsibilities include leading systems and workflows, managing donor data, finances, scholarships, and compliance.