Texas State Technical College · 6 hours ago
Senior Development Officer
Fort Bend County, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expTexas State Technical College (TSTC) is committed to excellence and integrity in education, and they are seeking a Senior Development Officer to lead fundraising initiatives. The role involves designing strategies for raising funds, managing donor relationships, and collaborating with leadership to enhance donor engagement and support for the college's programs.
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Responsibilities
Demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service, and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students, and members of the community
Develop Fundraising Strategies: Design and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies that align with institutional priorities, drive revenue growth, and expand donor engagement
Manage Major Donor Relationships: Identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with major donors, industry partners, and key stakeholders to secure significant philanthropic contributions
Collaborate with Leadership: Partner with the Director of Development and campus Provost to integrate fundraising initiatives into institutional priorities and maximize leadership engagement in donor cultivation
Communication: Collaborate with Foundation staff and the local campus external relations team to coordinate and increase awareness and campus special events, ensuring they align with organizational goals and maximize revenue
Draft Proposals and Manage In-Kind Donations: Develop compelling proposals, grant applications, and sponsorship requests to secure financial support, while soliciting and managing in-kind donations to meet institutional needs
Monitor and Evaluate Performance: Track, analyze, and report on campus fundraising performance, donor engagement metrics, and campaign effectiveness to inform strategic decision-making and enhance results
Develop Donor Communications: Create and implement targeted donor communication strategies, including personalized outreach, impact reports, and recognition programs, to foster long-term relationships
Stay Informed: Engage with the community at advisory board meetings, industry events, and community engagements to expand networks, enhance visibility, and strengthen external partnerships
Foster Corporate and Foundation Partnerships: Cultivate and maintain relationships with corporate sponsors and foundations to secure funding, workforce training collaborations, and philanthropic investments
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree preferred. Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant professional experience will be considered
4 years required experience in fundraising, sales, or community engagement in identifying and cultivating individual donors, corporations, and foundations
4 years of required experience with personalized communication, stewardship, creating proposals, and engaging with donors through meetings and events
3 years required experience in successfully managing a portfolio including donors, corporations, and foundations
Relationship Building: Proven track record in establishing and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders to advance organizational goals
External Relations: Foster and strengthen relationships with external stakeholders, including community leaders, government officials, business partners, and nonprofit organizations statewide
Sales Goal Oriented: Demonstrates a results-driven approach to sales, setting and exceeding ambitious targets through strategic planning, effective negotiation, and a customer-centric focus
Industry Relations: Develop and implement strategies to enhance engagement and collaboration with Texas Industry
Self-Motivated: Exhibits proactive initiative and a strong work ethic, consistently taking ownership of tasks and working independently
Cross-functional Collaboration: Ability to work independently and collaboratively across organizational levels, including senior management
Effective Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with clarity, influence, and impact across various internal and external stakeholders
Nonprofit Sector: Knowledge of the nonprofit sector, including regulatory requirements, donor needs, and current trends in philanthropy
Fundraising: In-depth understanding of fundraising strategies, including major gifts, planned giving, grants, and special events
Preferred
Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential preferred
4 years preferred experience in fundraising, sales, or community engagement in identifying and cultivating individual donors, corporations, and foundations
4 years preferred experience in successfully managing a portfolio including donors, corporations, and foundations
Company
Texas State Technical College
Texas State Technical College is a two-year technical state college with 10 campuses throughout Texas.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.85MKey Investors
Texas Semiconductor Innovation FundLowe's FoundationOffice of Texas Governor
2026-01-08Grant· $3.5M
2025-07-18Grant
2022-07-07Grant· $0.35M
Leadership Team
Michael Bettersworth
Chief Marketing Officer
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