Chief Advancement Officer / Foundation Director

Department:

Office of the

President Position Number:

299855

Position Class:

BPSR Salary Range:

$70,000 - $89,000

FLSA Status:

Exempt, Administrative Reports To:

College President Supervises:

Not specified

Location:

Rangely, with travel to Craig Campus expected About Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC): Colorado Northwestern Community College is dedicated to fostering educational excellence and advancing student success. As a small, rural community college nestled in Northwest Colorado, CNCC serves its students with exceptional programs while contributing to the surrounding community's economic development. We offer a range of unique programs and degrees, including Aviation Technology, Nursing, Dental Hygiene, and more.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a full-time Chief Advancement Officer/Foundation Director. This leadership position will focus on directing, organizing, and managing the Foundation and Advancement Department to support the college's mission and vision. The ideal candidate will be motivated to facilitate donor development, generate fundraising efforts, and expand the college's financial and capital resources. Collaboration with the College President, Foundation Board, CCCS System Leadership, and the President's Executive Cabinet will be essential.

Essential Job Functions:

Provide leadership and vision for the Foundation and Advancement Department, developing a strategic plan that guides staff and board actions. Serve as the lead fundraiser, identifying, cultivating, and soliciting donors while positioning the College President and leadership to build donor relationships. Organize fundraising operations, including volunteer engagement, events, and donor relations while staying updated on fundraising innovations. Develop strategies to secure gifts from various sources, enhance relationships with major donors, and raise public awareness of the foundation's mission and college programs. Create a donor database and manage administration to ensure effective development practices, adhering to established guidelines and donor intent. Conduct community outreach on behalf of the College, participating actively in local organizations and events. Support the alumni association by working with alumni to build a leadership structure and facilitating meetings.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; advanced degree preferred. Proven experience in fundraising, donor relations, and non-profit development. Strong leadership skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our students and the community at CNCC!

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

All interested and qualified applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation, along with a completed Colorado Northwestern Community College application for exempt employment to the Department of Human Resources. CNCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. After filling out your application, please save it as a PDF and email it along with cover letter and letters of recommendation to cncc_hr_pr@cncc.edu