Job Description

In addition to the salary, this position qualifies for the choice of one of the Districts excellent Health Benefits and Welfare plans, which the premium cost is 100% paid by the District for the employee and their eligible dependents, and one health plan costing an estimated $60,000 for the District for fiscal year 2025-2026. We offer two medical plans (Anthem Blue Cross [PPO] and Kaiser Permanente (HMO]); dental (Delta Dental PPO); vision (VSP Choice); life insurance for the employee (The Hartford); life insurance for eligible dependents (The Hartford); a long term disability/income protection plan (The Hartford); and an employee assistance plan (Anthem EAP).

In addition, the District contributes an additional 26.81% of the employees salary towards an eligible employees pension (CalPERS).

Employees may also elect to participate in optional plans including purchasing additional life insurance for themselves and their eligible dependent(s); enroll in a medical, transportation, and/or dependent care Flexible Spending Account(s) (with the $4 monthly administrative fee paid by the District); and set pre-taxed dollars aside to supplement their pension in a 403b (tax shelter annuity) and/or a 457 (deferred compensation) plan(s).

Managers, Supervisor and Confidential employees earn 22 days per year of vacation and up to 12 sick leave days. There are currently 20 paid holidays.

Position Description

Position Summary

The Foundation Development Officer, Supervisor reports to the Executive Director, District Foundation at the District Office. The work schedule is 12 months per year; 40 hours per week; Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. This is a full time, 12 months per year, classified supervisor position.

Position Purpose

Under general direction of the Executive Director, District Foundation or an assigned administrator, the Foundation Development Officer provides fundraising expertise for the development related activities of the Foundation for the benefit of the students in San Jose Evergreen Community College District. The position identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards donations; works with volunteers and committees; leads and conducts special events; manages key fundraising campaigns and philanthropic efforts; assists with legacy and planned giving; and leads scholarship and other fundraising for San Jose City College and Evergreen Valley College funding priorities and district initiatives. The position leads and implements marketing and promotional strategies.

Nature and Scope

The Foundation Development Officer is responsible for planning, implementing and supervising the activities and operations of fundraising related projects, working with internal stakeholders, the business community, external agencies and the general public to meet development objectives. The position also provides the direct and indirect supervision of full and part time staff as well as external contractors and community volunteers.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with Foundation, District and college leadership to develop strategies and implement tactics that will successfully increase philanthropic support from key constituencies including individual donors, foundations, and corporations.
• Establish annual financial goals and other outcomes for fundraising campaigns for assigned programs including college specific fundraising programs, college priorities, and district initiatives.
• Develop and implement fundraising campaigns. Identify key prospects, conceptualize, prioritize and plan initiatives to cultivate prospective donors.
• Maintain active schedule of meetings, calls, visits and other solicitations to meet annual goals and financial targets.
• Develop strategies for and manage key fundraising campaigns and philanthropic efforts, and innovation projects to enhance and grow scholarship and other student financial support.
• Develop and strengthen partnerships with campus and off-campus community members and groups, including local businesses, community-based organizations, and others.
• Lead grant efforts by identifying viable sources, writing and submitting grants and managing reports required by the grantor.
• Ensure compliance with applicable grants, including state and federal guidelines and audit requirements; ensure project timelines are met.
• Provide staffing support and facilitation for event committees and councils; collaborate on efforts to move individuals into the ranks of major givers.
• Develop proposals, materials, solicitation correspondence, invitations and other fundraising materials.
• Lead the production of branding and marketing materials for all Foundation related business. Oversee digital newsletters, marketing and social media channels and communications.
• Lead Advancement operations including preparing reports and information for donor records or databases; and make recommendations as appropriate.
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff, specific contract employees and office volunteers; provide training, advice and supervision for staff to ensure that staff remain aware of and familiar with the District and Foundation policies and procedures.
• Work with campus employees and volunteers to create activities that will lead to increased funding support for the colleges.
• Stay current on local and regional fundraising trends as well as federal and state tax laws and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Employment Standards

Knowledge of:

• Fundraising techniques and philosophies for non-profit organizations.
• Annual giving and direct solicitation methods and procedures.
• Donor database software.
• Budget preparation and control.
• Funding and budget methods as well as regulations regarding the use of funds.
• Interpersonal communication skills using tact, active listening and courtesy.
• Pertinent federal and state laws, codes and regulations.
• Financial planning, tax and charitable gift laws, in-kind donations and planned giving.
• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.

Skills and Abilities to:

• Demonstrate initiative to raise funds at a level that meets or exceeds annual goals.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with faculty and staff, students, community members and donors.
• Work effectively with prospects, donors, faculty, and staff from diverse, multi-cultural backgrounds and promote the District values of opportunity, equity and social justice.
• Present a positive image of the District and its colleges in the community.
• Recruit, train, supervise, motivate and evaluate employees.
• Motivate volunteers at all levels of the organization.
• Plan and organize work to meet schedules and timelines.
• Work independently with little direction.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution.
• Three years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising and development in non-profit setting, and with two years of supervisory experience.

Districts Diversity: Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of groups historically underrepresented, and groups who may have experienced discrimination. Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major duties outlined in the job description and in the duties listed in the Districts hiring policy; or demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to do so.

Desired Qualifications

• Fundraising experience in a higher education environment.
• Grant writing experience in educational or non-profit organizations.
• Experience interacting with volunteer organizations.

Foreign Degree

For positions that require a degree or coursework: Degree(s) must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education. All degrees and credits earned outside of the United States must have a U.S. evaluation (course by course) of the transcripts and must be submitted with the application. Degrees earned outside of the U.S. without a U.S. credential evaluation attached, will not be considered.

Working Environment

Physical and Mental Standards

• Mobility: frequent walking and sitting for long periods; occasional kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, and standing; occasional reaching above and below desk level.
• Dexterity frequent fine manipulation sufficient to operate a computer keyboard; frequent grasping to handle individual papers, write and take notes, and feel individual objects.
• Lifting/Carrying: frequent lifting/carrying of papers, files, equipment, and material weighing up to 10 pounds; occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Visual Requirements: frequent use of vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens and do close-up work.
• Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and speaking in person and on the telephone.
• Emotional/Psychological Factors: frequent contact with others including extensive public contact; frequent deadlines and time-limited assignments.

Working Conditions

• Typical office environment.
• Travel to visit external community sites and donors.

About San Jose/Evergreen Community College District

The District is represented by dedicated and talented employees who are passionate about providing our student population with the best educational experience possible. The District recognizes that cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding; provides positive roles models for all students, and creates an inclusive and supportive educational and work environment for its employees, students, and the community it serves. As of Spring 2024, with enrollment of approximately 15,655 students per semester, and an extremely diverse student population (Hispanic/Latino 45.20%, Black/African-American 3.45%, Asian/Pacific Islander 31.70%, American Indian/Native American 0.36%, White/Caucasian 12.76%) attaining educational goals reflecting 56% – Transfer to a 4-Year College/ University, the Districts emphasis on student success makes it a recognized educational leader in the State. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve as colleagues to an existing diverse group of managers, supervisors and confidential staff consisting of 34.2% Hispanic/Latino, 26.0% Asian/Pacific Islander, 6.8% Black/African American, 17.8% White/Caucasian, 1.4% American Indian/Native American and as well as encouraging applications from all qualified, outstanding applicants.

Important Information

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

San José-Evergreen Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, transgender, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, and physical or mental disability consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

Contact

Employment Services, Human Resources, SJECCD, 40 S. Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113, Phone: (408) 270-6414, Email: hremploymentservices@sjeccd.edu, Employment Website: https://sjeccd.peopleadmin.com, District Website: www.sjeccd.edu

Application Procedures

Interested applicants MUST SUBMIT ONLINE ALL of the following materials by the First Review Date/Closing Date as listed on the job announcement. Applications received after the First Review Date will only be forwarded to the hiring committee at their request. 1. A completed online San José-Evergreen Community College District APPLICATION. 2. A COVER LETTER (Stating how you feel you meet the qualifications as outline in the job announcement). 3. A current RESUME/CURRICULUM VITAE. 4. TRANSCRIPT – (If Required) If a degree is listed as a requirement, transcripts (Not Diplomas) MUST INCLUDE confer or award date of stated degree. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted; however if the position is offered, official transcripts will be required prior to employment. If the transcripts or degrees are from outside of the United States, an official certification of equivalency to U.S. degrees by a certified U.S. credential review service (course by course of the transcripts) MUST also be submitted.