"Manager, Foundation Advancement"

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Foundation's executive director, manages and coordinates CEI Foundation communication, marketing, events, and the CEI Alumni Network. Works closely with Foundation management, the Foundation Board of Directors, and other campus administrators to create and adhere to a marketing plan to increase awareness, goodwill, and donations for the Foundation. Performs miscellaneous administrative support activities.

What We Offer

At the College of Eastern Idaho, we're dedicated to providing open access to affordable, high-quality education that meets the needs of our students, regional employers, and the community. To support our dedicated faculty and staff, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying employees:

• Affordable Health Plans: With three medical plan options, you can select healthcare coverage that best meets your needs. See rates here.
• Supporting Work-Life Balance: Earn sick leave with no accrual limit starting day one. Staff accrue vacation leave starting at 15 days a year with a tiered system (Faculty excluded from vacation leave).
• Retirement Savings: Faculty and exempt staff are enrolled in the Fidelity401 (a)plan. Non-exempt or vested employees are enrolled in the PERSI base plan. View contribution rates here.
• Life Insurance: no-cost coverage for you and your dependents with the option to add more.
• Educational Savings: Significant tuition fee discounts for qualifying employees and their dependents.
• Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy local discounts on cell plans, movie tickets, gyms, and more.

We value your contributions and are committed to your well-being and success. Visit our Benefits Guide for more information: Benefits Guide

Typical Job Functions

• Plans, promotes, and manages a broad spectrum of on and off campus events, including the Great Race for Education, to raise funds and awareness for the Foundation
• Manages CEI Foundation’s alumni outreach effort, including the Alumni Committee, communication and marketing, and alumni events. Maintains a comprehensive and accurate alumni database and nurtures stronger alumni involvement with the College
• Creates and edits the Foundation’s annual Giving Magazine and works with designers to produce a visually appealing and persuasive product
• Oversees the Foundation’s website and social media including the creation, design, and posting of information as required
• Leads the management and coordination of volunteers for Foundation activities and events including communicating responsibilities and assignments and supervision
• Works collaboratively with the Foundation’s executive director, and CEI’s marketing director toward consistent and coordinated outreach efforts. Maximizes campus and community communication and coordination. Works to develop effective social media, print marketing materials, and campaigns for prospects, donors, alumni, and the community
• Is committed to attending civic events within the region with the intent of developing positive relationships and awareness for the Foundation
• Attends and participates on committees as requested
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, from a regionally accredited college or university, with major course work in marketing, communications, public relations, advertising, business or public administration, education, or related field, and/or
• Four years of increasingly responsible experience involving fundraising, community networking, marketing activities, managing budgets, effectively supervising employees, with demonstrated success in event planning, and raising external resources from multiple channels
• A strong track record of marketing and social media success in a business or non-profit setting
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated success making public presentations
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to build relationships
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Interpersonal skills, including tact, patience and diplomacy
• Incumbent must reside in the State of Idaho (Currently CEI doesn’t sponsor H-1B Visas)

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Bilingual (Spanish)
• Understanding of search engine optimization (SEO) and its uses
• Experience in principles of design for web and print

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Employees mainly work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. The exception being for events that the candidate will attend and/or plan. This may involve working outdoors for Foundation events which will have varying temperatures.

Background Investigations

Employment at College of Eastern Idaho will be contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation and may require a credit and/or motor vehicle background investigation depending on the position. Please refer to Policy 225: Background Checks

EOE/ADA

Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability. In addition, preference may be given to qualified veterans under state and federal laws and regulations.

Link to Annual Security Report for CEI

https://www.cei.edu/students-right-know