Director of Advancement

Director of Advancement Cascadia College - 4.4 Bothell, WA Job Details Temporary | Full-time $106,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dependent care reimbursement Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Work from home Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description Director of Advancement Job ID:

15541

Location:

Cascadia College Full/Part Time:

Full Time Regular/Temporary:

Regular About Us Cascadia College is seeking highly motivated individuals who are interested in being part of a small yet dynamic community, with a faculty and staff that are dedicated to meeting the needs of our intersectional, diverse students. Cascadia College is committed to creating and supporting an equitable and inclusive faculty, staff, and student population centered on dismantling systemic oppression and historic marginalization. Individual differences are celebrated in a community of learners focused on social justice, diversity, equity and inclusion.

Application Instructions Vacancy Announcement Director of Advancement Priority Consideration Deadline:

Open Until Filled

ATTENTION CANDIDATES!

In order to submit a complete application and receive full consideration by the Search Committee, please include the following attachments with your online application: Equity Statement (expected length 800 - 1,000 words) to include each of the following elements: A description of a time when you recognized an equity issue. What was the issue? What did you do to make a difference? What did you learn about equity through this experience? A detailed description of how you are seeking to learn more about equity related issues including but not limited to race, gender, LGBTQ+, disability (ableism), age (ageism), socioeconomic class, and body diversity. An explanation of how you will contribute to equity at Cascadia (i.e. closing the achievement gap and raising the retention rates amongst historically marginalized students), as well as actively work against the institutionalized norms of oppression against historically marginalized people. Cover Letter (not to exceed 1,000 words) that specifically addresses how your qualifications and experiences meet or exceed the minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications, and the characteristics of the position. Resume Position Overview Under the general direction of the Associate Vice President of Advancement , the Director of Advancement leads strategic communications, marketing, and fundraising efforts that support student success and institutional growth at Cascadia College. This role is part of the Advancement department, which includes Marketing & Communications and the Cascadia College Foundation. The Director oversees enrollment marketing campaigns, brand and marketing initiatives, event planning, and donor engagement. They develop and manage fundraising campaigns and cultivate donor relationships. The Director also collaborates across campus to support departments to elevate programs, services, and ultimately grow enrollment. As a Director of Advancement , it is expected that the following qualities will be demonstrated daily: a high degree of understanding and empathy for all students, faculty, staff and visitors, as well as the ability to encourage the inclusion of all voices in decision-making, promoting equity in all areas, and actively working against institutionalized norms of oppression against historically marginalized people.

Employee Type:

Full Time Exempt, Permanent Initial Salary:

$106,000

Supervising Position:

Associate Vice President of Advancement Essential Duties Under the strategic vision of the Associate Vice President of Advancement, the Director will execute the following priorities: Fundraising & donor development: Cultivate and steward donor relationships Design and execute annual giving campaigns Identify and solicit major gifts Manage donor communications, acknowledgments, and impact reporting Maintain and oversee donor and constituent databases ensuring data accuracy and generating reports for fundraising, marketing, and strategic decision-making Event management: Oversee all event details including vendor coordination, logistics, promotion, and post-event evaluation

Marketing:

Create and manage content for Foundation newsletters, email campaigns, and social media Analyze engagement metrics and adjust tactics accordingly Enrollment campaigns: Collaborate with MarCom and outreach teams to develop targeted recruitment campaigns Manage messaging and materials that support student recruitment, retention, and program awareness Working collaboratively with departments across campus: Partner with faculty, staff, and leadership to align communications and initiatives Support cross-departmental projects and ensure consistent messaging across the institution Website support: Support the management of our website to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and alignment with brand standards and collaborate with stakeholders to improve user experience and functionality Alumni relations: Create strategies to engage with graduates of Cascadia College Performs other related duties of a similar nature or level as assigned.

Education & Experience Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in marketing, public relations, nonprofit management, or a related field Demonstrated 3-5 years experience in marketing, communications, or fundraising leadership Demonstrated commitment to and interest in diversity, equity and inclusion and the ability to support a multicultural workplace and educational environment Demonstrated commitment to and interest in diversity, equity and inclusion and the ability to support a multicultural workplace and educational environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters degree 3-5 Years experience developing and managing fundraising campaigns, cultivating donor relationships, and a demonstrated record of personally soliciting and closing major gifts 3-5 Years experience working in a within higher education, preferably within the Washington Community and Technical Colleges (CTC)Experience planning and executing large events Experience supervising and developing professional staff Experience managing and growing social media and digital communications platforms Ability to successfully communicate (written and orally) in a language in addition to

English Knowledge of:

Management principles Supervisory principles Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations Strong competency in CRM software platforms and/or donor database management Microsoft Office programs including Outlook Mail, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Event management principles Program development and administration principles and practices Project management principles Skill in: Managing staff and establishing clear lines of communication with direct reports Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with direct reports, coworkers, supervisor and the general public Demonstrating commitment to supporting diversity, equity and inclusion Strong strategic planning skills with the ability to lead integrated marketing and communications initiatives Excellent organizational skills with a keen eye for detail and strong follow-up skills Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and deadlines simultaneously Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including newsletters, campaign messaging, and storytelling Applying and explaining applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and/or procedures Preparing and proofreading a variety of reports and/or documentation All levels of English communication (written and orally); communication in a second language highly desired (recommended for any student/public-facing positions) Ability to: Ability to successfully work with individuals with diverse backgrounds including, but not limited to prior education history, future education goals, English proficiency, race, color, religion, sex and/or gender (including expression), sexual orientation, national origin, age, backgrounds, abilities, and national origin Support and promote diversity, equity and inclusion in the work and educational environment Work independently Learn from other subject matter experts on campus and the greater Community and Technical College system Exercise judgment and discretion as a manager and leader on campus Ability to analyze campaign performance and engagement metrics to inform strategy Support and promote diversity, equity and inclusion in the work and educational environment Ability to work professionally with donors, alumni, and board members Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion Be approachable and model team collaboration as a leader

Physical Work Environment Semi-Sedentary Work:

Involves staying in a stationary position to a significant degree. Jobs are sedentary if moving is required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. The College is currently in hybrid operations, with many assignments completed in an online environment during this time. Full-time employees are expected to be on-campus at least three (3) days per week with the option to work remotely for the remainder of their working days. This position will perform work in a standard office setting, use standard office equipment and physically attend meetings both on and off campus and requires the ability to communicate in person or through appropriate means. Positions in this class typically require operating a computer, communicating, observing, and repetitive motions. This position involves exerting between 10-30 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to transport, put, install, remove, or otherwise move objects, with or without reasonable accommodation. Condition of Employment As an institution that upholds the value of diversity, equity and inclusion of every individual, Cascadia College expects its employees to embody and promote these values. Both current and prospective employees of the College are encouraged to seek deeper understanding in these areas as part of professional growth. Cascadia College maintains a drug-free work and learning environment and prohibits smoking in all college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Benefits Cascadia College offers comprehensive Benefits packages to support you and your family in a variety of ways. All eligible employees, retirees, and their dependents are offered: medical, dental, and vision plan options; life insurance; long-term disability insurance; medical and dependent care reimbursement accounts; leave programs; employee assistance programs; tuition waiver; optional credit union participation; optional home/auto insurance, and retirement planning. To learn more about the benefits offered here, please click on the Employee Benefits tab located on our Jobs at Cascadia webpage or click here: https://www.cascadia.edu/about/jobs/default.aspx Campus Safety In recognition of the Jeanne Clery Act, information on our campus safety can be found at www.uwb.edu/safety. Cascadia Commitment Cascadia College is committed to creating and supporting a diverse faculty, staff and student population. Individual differences are celebrated in a community of learners focused on diversity, equity and inclusion. Cascadia does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion/creed, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, genetic information, marital or honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, and is prohibited from discrimination in such a manner by college policy and state and federal law. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process may make request to the Human Resources Office by calling (425) 352-8880.