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The Foundation Operations & Engagement Manager is a hands-on, mission-driven professional responsible for coordinating the administrative, technology, communications, and operational functions of the Peru State College Foundation. This position plays a critical role in supporting fundraising, donor stewardship, scholarship administration, board relations, constituent engagement, and the effective use of tools that advance the Foundation's mission. Key Responsibilities Operations & Administration Manage daily office operations, records management, office technology, equipment, and administrative systems. Maintain and improve operational procedures and recommend efficiencies to strengthen Foundation operations. Assist in maintaining Foundation policies, records of retention, and compliance with organizational procedures. Financial Management Process of gifts, deposits, accounts payable, and other financial transactions. Maintain and update accurate donor and financial records. Scholarship & Fund Administration Coordinate scholarship and grant administration, including application cycles, award notifications, and fund tracking. Maintain scholarship agreements and assist with reporting to donors and campus partners. Ensure the accuracy of scholarship and endowed fund records. Board, Donor & Event Support Coordinate Board of Directors and committee meetings, including scheduling, agendas, meeting materials, minutes, and follow-up. Assist with donor stewardship activities, recognition programs, Foundation events, and special projects. Respond professionally to inquiries from donors, alumni, students, and campus constituents. Communications & Social Media Assist in developing and maintaining the Foundation's communications calendar. Create, schedule, and publish content for Foundation social media platforms that highlight scholarships, donor impact, fundraising campaigns, alumni achievements, and Foundation events. Assist with website updates, email communications, digital newsletters, photography, and promotional materials. Coordinate with Peru State College Marketing and Communications to ensure consistent branding and messaging. Monitor social media engagement and recommend opportunities to increase alumni and donor interaction. Fundraising Management Serve as the Foundation's primary administrator and liaison for donor engagement technologies, CRM platforms, and fundraising automation tools. Review performance metrics, engagement data, and ROI reports from fundraising technology platforms and provide recommendations to the Executive Director. Assist in identifying donor segments, portfolio strategies, and data quality initiatives that support AI-assisted fundraising efforts. Support implementation, training, and ongoing management of technology platforms designed to improve fundraising effectiveness, donor retention, and operational efficiency. Evaluate fundraising, stewardship, communications, and Foundation operations. Technology & Database Management Maintain the Foundation's donor database and constituent records. Generate reports to support fundraising, donor stewardship, scholarship administration, and Board decision-making. Required Qualifications Experience Three to five years of progressively responsible experience in nonprofit administration, higher education, business operations, foundation management, or related field. Education Bachelor's degree in business administration, Nonprofit Management, Accounting, Communications, Marketing, or related field or 3-5 years of equivalent work experience. Preferred Qualifications Technical Skills Proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Teams, Excel, Power BI, and Copilot tools.

• Experience with donor CRM systems such as Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT or similar advancement databases.
• Familiarity with fundraising automation platforms, donor engagement technologies, and communication tools.
• Ability to analyze constituent data, engagement metrics, and fundraising performance reports.
• Proficiency with social media platforms, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn, also the ability to use social platforms such as Canva, Indesign and WeVideo.

Professional Skills Excellent organizational and project management abilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to maintain confidentiality with donor, financial, and personnel information. Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently and collaboratively. Commitment to outstanding customer service and the mission of the Peru State College Foundation. Must be willing to work some evenings and some weekends for Foundation events. Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $55,000-$70,000 , commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• The Peru State College Foundation offers a competitive benefits package, including retirement, health insurance, paid leave, and professional development opportunities.
• Posting will be open until filled Contact Jon Firmature hiring manager at jfirmature@peru.

edu

Pay:

$55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Peru, NE 68421