MnSCU Administrative 5- Executive Director of Foundations

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Working Title:

MnSCU Administrative 5-

Executive Director of Foundations Institution:

Anoka-Ramsey Community College Classification Title:

MnSCU Administrator 6 Bargaining Unit /

Union:

220:

Minnesota State Administrator's Plan City:

Coon Rapids FLSA:

Job Exempt Full Time /

Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified -

Unlimited Academic Salary Range:

Job Description The Foundation Executive Director will provide the leadership, direction, and coordination for a comprehensive "friend-raising" and fundraising program that supports the mission of the college and the Foundations. The Executive Director must build a multifaceted program that includes strategies for donor research, prospecting, and cultivation, and fundraising through individual and corporate gifts, major gifts, planned giving and scholarship campaigns. The Executive Director will motivate, guide, and coordinate the efforts of the Foundation Boards and appropriate college staff to advance the goals of the colleges and the Foundations. The Executive Director will also oversee alumni relations and scholarship programs. This position involves significant discretion and substantial involvement in the development, interpretation and implementation of both institution and program policy.

Salary Range:

$89,275-$142,953 annually Minimum Qualifications Minimum three (3) years of leadership in advancement, development, and marketing activities with the intent of fund raising. Communication skills, including the ability to write clearly and speak persuasively to diverse audiences, convey complex ideas, and inspire support for an organization's mission or goals. Demonstrated experience in donor/prospect cultivation and solicitation processes. Demonstrated interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively with a wide range of constituents including board members, donors, donor prospects, legislators, financial professionals, faculty, staff, and administrative leadership. Demonstrated management experience with proven record of successful fundraising programs. Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with constituents in a diverse multicultural and multiracial community Preferred Qualification Leadership experience in higher education or non-profit organizations. Experience in budget development and management. Previous supervisory experience. Knowledge of campaign management, annual giving programs, corporate and foundation relations, alumni affairs, and media and/or communications Other Requirements Please complete the online application form at JR0000004941 and upload these documents by the posting deadline. This position is posted through May 27, 2026. The posting will be removed from the website on June 16, 2026 at 12:01 am central time. Resume Cover Letter Within your application material, please address how you meet all minimum qualifications and any preferred qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications may not be accepted. Internal Applicants All current Minnesota State institution employees will need to log into Workday to apply for the position via the Jobs Hub. The Jobs Hub can be found under the Menu, in the upper left-hand corner of Workday, under the Apps, and then Jobs Hub. Employees may also search for "Browse Jobs - Employees" in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions.

NOTICE:

In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business, whether using a rental or state vehicle, shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check. The safety of all is of vital concern. The Clery Act Campus Crime & Security Report is available to perspective employees at ARCC at http://www.anokaramsey.edu/about-us/safety-security/. The campus Title IX Coordinator is Mike Opoku and can be contacted at mike.opoku@anokaramsey.edu or (763) 433-1272. It is our commitment to ensure the selection process for this position is accessible to all candidates. Please contact the Anoka-Ramsey Human Resources Office, (763) 433-1160, to obtain these materials in an alternative media and/or to request a reasonable accommodation during the selection process. Anoka-Ramsey Community College is an equal opportunity institution and employer Work Shift (Hours / Days of work) Monday - Friday (8:00 am - 4:30 pm) Telework (Yes/No) No About Anoka-Ramsey Community College (ARCC) is an open-door, comprehensive higher education institution committed to excellence in teaching and learning. ARCC has campuses in both Cambridge and Coon Rapids, Minnesota. The aligned institutions of Anoka-Ramsey Community College and Anoka Technical College (ATC) are members of Minnesota State. With over 100 degree, certificate, and transfer programs across three campuses, ARCC and ATC have served the citizens of the Twin Cities and East Central Minnesota since 1965. Annually, the two colleges (three campuses) serve more than 16,000 learners of all ages and ethnicities as they pursue associate degrees that transfer as the first two years of a bachelor's degree, or technical and certificate programs that lead immediately to rewarding careers. We are committed to responding to the educational needs of our changing communities and to providing opportunities for enhancing knowledge, skills, and values in a supportive learning environment. We recognize and assert the value of inclusion as an ethical imperative and as a necessity for academic rigor, student success, and lifelong learning. Our goal is to strive for inclusive excellence in our commitment to preparing all students and employees for success. Our commitment to inclusive excellence seeks to extend beyond academic offerings to meet diverse student interests as well as regional and economic needs. Our college prides itself in our support for students' holistic needs. We have many students who are first-generation students, students with disabilities, veteran students, post-traditional students, and students who identify as LGBTQIA. The student population at ARCC is composed of