Hartnell College Foundation - Associate Director of Philanthropy Exempt Position Are you a relationship-driven fundraising professional who wants to see your work translate directly into scholarships, opportunity, and life-changing outcomes for students? Hartnell College Foundation — one of the top five community college foundations in California and among the top 25 in the nation — is seeking an Associate Director of Philanthropy to help lead the next chapter of philanthropic support for Hartnell College. Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy, the Associate Director of Philanthropy will play a lead role in donor engagement, special events, fundraising, and alumni relations, bringing sound judgment and independent initiative to every stage of the gift cycle. Full responsibilities are outlined below. Organization Overview The Hartnell College Foundation was incorporated in December 1979. During the early years, the Foundation focused its efforts primarily on scholarships. In recent years, the Foundation has grown to include comprehensive fundraising for scholarships, capital improvements, academic and student support programs, and endowments. The Foundation also serves as the backbone institution for the Bright Futures Education Partnership for Monterey County, administers a

K-12 STEAM

program reaching more than 10,000 youth per year, and is the managing partner of One Main Street. The Foundation currently manages over $57.6 million in assets. The Foundation's mission is to cultivate resources to champion student success. Our vision is to inspire philanthropy and partnerships that transform the lives of our students and strengthen our communities. A broad base of community support provides the infrastructure to continue worthwhile programs. The Foundation's impact on student success and its ability to attract community support have been widely recognized. The Foundation provides competitive benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K) retirement plan, life insurance, professional development, and vacation and sick leave. Position Summary Under the general direction of the Director of Philanthropy, the Associate Director of Philanthropy provides expertise and hands-on execution across the Foundation's fundraising activities — including donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship; foundation and corporate relations, including grant writing; special events; annual appeals; the scholarship program; and alumni engagement. The role calls for sound, independent judgment and the initiative to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced philanthropy office. Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Partner with the Director of Philanthropy on strategic planning for the Foundation's Philanthropy Division.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to grow philanthropic support from individual donors, alumni, foundations, and corporations.
• Work with the philanthropy team to execute successful fundraising campaigns and secure major gifts in support of student success.
• Provide staffing support and facilitation for alumni and other program-specific events, working with committees, councils, staff, and volunteers to develop and implement strategies that increase philanthropic support.
• Develop and execute an alumni engagement strategy in partnership with alumni and faculty, maintaining communications that build long-term relationships.
• Implement the Foundation's scholarship program, including donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship, event planning, and coordination with the Hartnell College Office of Financial Aid.
• Execute the Foundation's Annual Giving Program and support foundation and corporate relations, including grant writing.
• Support advancement operations at all levels, including maintaining accurate donor records and database information. Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
• Demonstrated record of success in generating significant commitments from corporations, foundations, and individuals
• Knowledge of identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies and techniques
• Demonstrated ability in grant proposal writing
• Experience in planning and managing special events and fundraising activities
• Demonstrated ability to write well and communicate effectively
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to take primary responsibility for a diverse number of projects and complete them in a timely manner with limited supervision
• Familiarity with advancement operations, including database and standard policies
• Knowledge of Raiser's Edge is a plus
• Ability to perform duties with attention to detail and accuracy
• Maintain a positive, productive attitude at all times
• Exercise good judgment, discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Maintain a high level of poise and professionalism in all circumstances
• Strong computer skills and experience with Google Workspace Other
• Must be able to meet routine office physical demands including climbing stairs, carrying up to 20-pound objects, and possessing the dexterity and vision to operate office computers and equipment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and provide proof of auto insurance.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, and open to travel opportunities
• Primarily based on-site at the Hartnell College campus in Salinas, California. Education and Experience
• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years of increasingly responsible development and project management experience
• Master's degree preferred
• Additional years of experience may be substituted for academic degrees

Salary Range:

$98,000 - $130,000 annually

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a resume and cover letter to Lennin Ramos, Hartnell College Foundation at lramos@hartnellcollegefoundation.org. Priority review begins August 19 at 5:00 PM. Qualified applicants will be contacted for interviews. Hartnell College Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Please share this search announcement with your colleagues and network.

Pay:

$98,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person