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North Central State College · 5 days ago

Executive Director, North Central State College Foundation

Mansfield, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

3+ years exp

North Central State College is seeking a bold, relationship-driven leader to serve as Executive Director of the North Central State College Foundation. This high-impact executive role focuses on leading fundraising efforts and building partnerships to make a measurable difference in students' lives.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Lead and grow all fundraising efforts, including annual giving, major gifts, scholarships, endowments, grants, special programs, and capital initiatives

Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies with clear goals, timelines, and performance metrics

Cultivate and steward strong relationships with donors, alumni, business partners, and community leaders

Oversee alumni engagement and donor outreach programs that build long-term loyalty and impact

Plan and oversee fundraising events, campaigns, and donor communications

Identify and develop new public-private partnership opportunities

Serve as a visible ambassador for the college and foundation community

Partner with and support the Foundation Board of Trustees, including meetings, committees, recruitment, and strategic planning

Foster a culture of philanthropy across the College, engaging faculty and staff in support of Foundation goals

Serve on the President's leadership team as the primary advisor of Foundation and Development initiatives

Lead and develop Foundation staff, setting clear expectations and empowering high performance

Develop and manage the Foundation budget and ensure compliance with all college, state, and federal requirements

Oversee Foundation financial operations, investments, and stewardship processes to ensure transparency, accountability, and growth

Ensure consistent donor recognition, reporting, and stewardship

Qualification

Fundraising strategyDonor relationship managementLeadership experienceCFRE certificationCommunity college experiencePublic relationsTeam managementCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field

Three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience in position with responsibility for coordinating a variety of fundraising efforts (e.g. annual fund campaigns, capital campaigns, etc.)