"Chief Advancement Officer and Executive Director of the Foundation"

Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Tompkins Cortland Community College in the search for a Chief Advancement Officer and Executive Director of the Foundation.

Reporting to the President, the Chief Advancement Officer/Executive Director will lead development, alumni relations, and the Tompkins Cortland Community Foundation, acting as the liaison between the Foundation, the college community, donors, and the public on all matters related to philanthropy. The Chief Advancement Officer/Executive Director will collaborate to provide long-range strategic planning, leadership, and day-to-day administration of the Foundation, serving as the College’s principal fundraiser, and will be responsible for fostering positive relationships with constituents of the college and external community to secure philanthropic support for college priorities. As a collaborative member of the President’s staff, the Chief Advancement Officer/Executive Director will participate in strategic discussions, formulate policy recommendations related to the position’s area of responsibility, support planning and advocacy with philanthropic and foundation funders, and fully engage in the college’s annual budget, planning, and evaluation processes.

At Tompkins Cortland Community College (TC3), they equip students with the education and skills needed for today’s job market, whether for transfer to four-year institutions or direct to careers. Their high-quality, affordable programs are designed to provide practical, real-world experience that leads to success. TC3 offers degrees, microcredentials, and single courses in more than 40 fields of study, including healthcare, business, education, and technology. As a partner in developing the workforce that will power the economic prosperity of their region, their career-oriented focus will help students advance in their current career or explore a new one. Plus, as part of the State University of New York (SUNY), their graduates transfer to some of the best four-year institutions in the country. In their region, Cornell University, Binghamton University, Ithaca College, and SUNY Cortland annually rank among their top transfer partners.

When students step on campus, they will feel their passionate commitment to providing the support students need to succeed. They were pioneers in having a food pantry on campus, and their Panther Pantry is still a model for other colleges and universities. They were the first SUNY community college with a dedicated lounge and meeting space for students in recovery and those impacted by addiction. The Recovery Program is an integral part of their comprehensive approach to wellness, which also includes extensive mental health services available for their students. Everything they do is part of their commitment to their students and their future. It's a commitment they take very seriously, and it extends beyond the classroom to include extra-curricular opportunities that help their students grow and the community prosper. At TC3, they help their students make a difference, in their community and in their world.

A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least five years of experience is required for this position. The Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) certification is preferred. Tompkins Cortland Community College will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to TC3, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of Tompkins Cortland Community College and the responsibilities and qualifications specified in the position prospectus.

The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $120,000. Tompkins Cortland Community College offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, an Employee Assistance Program, tuition waiver, and generous vacation days, paid time off, and paid holidays.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Eric Rosario at ericrosario@aspenleadershipgroup.com.

To apply for this position, visit: https://apptrkr.com/6721586.