{"id":19715,"date":"2026-05-27T15:51:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-27T15:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/interim-foundation-executive-director-and-chief-development-officer\/"},"modified":"2026-06-25T11:21:07","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T15:21:07","slug":"interim-foundation-executive-director-and-chief-development-officer","status":"publish","type":"ch_job","link":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/interim-foundation-executive-director-and-chief-development-officer\/","title":{"rendered":"Interim Foundation Executive Director and Chief Development Officer"},"content":{"rendered":"

Interim Foundation Executive Director and Chief Development Officer<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Campus: <\/strong>District Office<\/p>\n

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FLSA Status:<\/strong> Exempt<\/p>\n

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Salary Schedule: <\/strong>20<\/p>\n

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Grade: <\/strong>AC<\/p>\n

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Category: <\/strong>Classified Administrator<\/p>\n

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Bargaining Unit: <\/strong>Non-Represented<\/p>\n

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Hours Per Week:<\/strong> 37.5<\/p>\n

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Mandated Reporter:<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n

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Campus Security Authority:<\/strong> No<\/p>\n

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Duties and Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Duties and Responsibilities are representative and not intended to cover all duties the incumbent performs. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this class.<\/p>\n

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Leadership<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u2022 Reporting to and at the direction of the Chancellor, works in partnership with the Chancellor, Chancellor’s Cabinet, executive management, and board leadership to develop and execute a comprehensive strategic plan to expand philanthropic support and to advance the culture of philanthropy for the District<\/p>\n

\u2022 Develops and directs a comprehensive fundraising program for the colleges, including the cultivation and stewardship of individual donors and a comprehensive strategy for corporate and foundation donors<\/p>\n

\u2022 Provide leadership and work collaboratively with colleges to engage the Presidents, administrators, faculty, and staff in prioritizing their fundraising needs and collaborating in creative fund development strategies<\/p>\n

\u2022 Represent the Foundation in the community, including as a regular presence with community groups and at various public events<\/p>\n

\u2022 Increase the visibility of the Foundation in regional corporate, philanthropic, educational, and governmental communities to support Foundation fundraising goals<\/p>\n

\u2022 Develop and implement a variety of fundraising strategies for soliciting major gifts, planning giving, corporate and foundation donations, and annual fundraising efforts<\/p>\n

\u2022 Ensure cohesion of Foundation publicity with the colleges’ marketing and communications departments<\/p>\n

\u2022 Ensure cohesion of fundraising across the District and three campuses and develop a strategy for coordination of all fundraising for programs at the campuses<\/p>\n

\u2022 Oversee preparation of the Foundation’s Annual Report and all Foundation correspondence<\/p>\n

\u2022 Support, implement, and promote compliance with the District’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan in all aspects of employment and community relations; encourage cultural and ethnic diversity in staffing, programs, and services<\/p>\n

Fiscal Management<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u2022 Provide fiscal management of the Foundation’s assets and disbursements and work to develop strategic funding programs, including the development of unrestricted programs<\/p>\n

\u2022 Ensure major fundraising events are fiscally sound, produce planned revenue after expenses, are profitable, and benchmarked with industry return on investment ratios<\/p>\n

\u2022 Administer the Foundation’s annual budget and works with each College’s administration to coordinate the distribution of scholarship funds and other grants<\/p>\n

\u2022 Budget for fund development activities and maintain financial records for grant and donor tracking<\/p>\n

\u2022 Oversee the preparation and filing of IRS 990 and meet all IRS non-profit reporting requirements and annual audit activities<\/p>\n

\u2022 Ensure that gifts are administered to honor donor intent and adhere to investment policies, scholarship criteria, and Foundation policies<\/p>\n

\u2022 Plan and coordinate bi-monthly Board and committee meetings; coordinate Board of Director’s Investment Advisory Committee activities and serve as liaison to the Foundation’s financial advisors<\/p>\n

Donor Cultivation<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u2022 In consultation with the Chancellor and the campus Presidents, oversee all alumni initiatives including database development, quarterly e-newsletter publication, and Alumni Council recruitment<\/p>\n

\u2022 Provide direction to create and design marketing materials and social media campaigns that will generate awareness of the Foundation, attract donors, and increase awareness of giving opportunities<\/p>\n

\u2022 Attend events at the Colleges as necessary to further the Foundation’s fundraising, collaboration, and visibility goals<\/p>\n

\u2022 Manage the Foundation’s communication with potential donors regarding the District’s history, achievements, goals and needs<\/p>\n

\u2022 Encourage individuals, corporations, and foundations to establish or contribute to special funds through endowments, trusts, and donations or bequests<\/p>\n

Management of Foundation Staff<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u2022 Hire, supervise, direct, and regularly evaluate the performance of the Foundation’s staff in accordance with District policy; serve as a mentor to further develop Foundation staff’s career goals, and holds staff accountable<\/p>\n

\u2022 Develop, implement, and administer policies and procedures for the operation of the Foundation Office consistent with District policy<\/p>\n

\u2022 Oversee Foundation staff in planning and coordinating all Foundation events including, major fundraising events such as the annual Golf Tournament and Chancellor’s Circle donor recognition reception, cultivation events, and other donor-centered activities<\/p>\n

Employment Standards (acquired through education, training, and\/or experience)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Knowledge of:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u2022 Best practices for executive leadership of a nonprofit organization<\/p>\n

\u2022 Strategic planning, resource allocation, staffing, and supervision<\/p>\n

\u2022 Procedures to be used when planning, directing, and coordinating Foundation activities<\/p>\n

\u2022 Awareness of relevant federal, state, and local statutes governing the California Community Colleges and Foundation activities and nonprofit status<\/p>\n

\u2022 Awareness of District policies and procedures and ensures staff compliance<\/p>\n

\u2022 Volunteer recruitment and management techniques and strategies<\/p>\n

\u2022 Budget development and administrative procedures<\/p>\n

\u2022 Principles and practices of higher education organization and structures<\/p>\n

\u2022 Principles of accessing and assessing a local community and its fundraising potential<\/p>\n

\u2022 Principles of management and supervision<\/p>\n

Skills and Abilities:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u2022 Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff<\/p>\n

\u2022 Direct the development of a community college foundation by working with the colleges, Chancellor’s Cabinet, and the Foundation Board in establishing fundraising goals and plans<\/p>\n

\u2022 Recruit, support, and create a highly engaged volunteer Board of Directors<\/p>\n

\u2022 Develop short-term and long-term organizational goals with a Board and executive staff<\/p>\n

\u2022 Manage multiple projects and solicitations simultaneously with highly developed organizational management and attention to detail<\/p>\n

\u2022 Gather and present general, statistical, and technical data<\/p>\n

\u2022 Effectively present and promote the Foundation internally and externally<\/p>\n

\u2022 Function independently and effectively in a complex organization<\/p>\n

\u2022 Ability to make the “ask” of donors and corporate leaders<\/p>\n

\u2022 Establish and maintain positive relationships with donors, corporate representatives, District officials, faculty, staff, students and the public<\/p>\n

\u2022 Motivate and engage others to work constructively and cooperatively to achieve and sustain a student-centered environment; coordinate the work of others<\/p>\n

\u2022 Work a flexible schedule and travel to accommodate the needs of the District, business and industry leaders and related community partners<\/p>\n

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Job Requirements:<\/p>\n

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\u2022 Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, or an equivalent combination of education and experience<\/p>\n

\u2022 Five (5) years of increasing responsibility in fundraising, capital development and\/ or campaigns with major gifts solicitation from individuals, corporations or foundations, including management and supervisory experience<\/p>\n

\u2022 Experience working with community, corporate, government, and educational leaders<\/p>\n

\u2022 Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff<\/p>\n

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Preferred<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u2022 Master’s degree in a relevant field<\/p>\n

\u2022 Possession of a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) or Advanced Certified Fundraising Executive (ACFE) credential<\/p>\n

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Additional Information:<\/p>\n

Safety:<\/strong> to promote a safe working and learning environment employees must report any unsafe working conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incident to their supervisor.<\/p>\n

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\u2022 Position is designated as a Mandated Reporter under the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act<\/p>\n

\u2022 Position is a Responsible Employee under the Equity in Education Act and Title IX<\/p>\n

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Work Demands<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The environmental, physical, and mental demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.<\/p>\n

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Environmental:<\/strong> typical on-site office environment; in-person work expected with potential to participate in the District’s telework program, as available.<\/p>\n

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\u2022 Frequent hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and online<\/p>\n

\u2022 Comprehend speech at normal levels<\/p>\n

\u2022 Upper limb dexterity to operate computers and peripheral equipment<\/p>\n

\u2022 Vision sufficient for daily and frequent use of computers, databases, and written materials<\/p>\n

\u2022 Sitting for extended periods of time<\/p>\n

\u2022 Frequent bending at the waist<\/p>\n

\u2022 Frequent travel on and off-sites of the District and San Mateo County<\/p>\n

\u2022 Physical presence at on-site locations<\/p>\n

\u2022 Lifting and carrying objects up to 20 pounds<\/p>\n

\u2022 Communicate and interact with others; compose oral and written communications and reports<\/p>\n

\u2022 Observe and interpret people and situations<\/p>\n

\u2022 Learn and apply new information or skills<\/p>\n

\u2022 Perform highly detailed work on multiple concurrent tasks<\/p>\n

\u2022 Use math\/mathematical reasoning<\/p>\n

\u2022 Perform highly detailed work under changing priorities and deadlines on multiple concurrent tasks<\/p>\n

\u2022 Work with frequent interruptions<\/p>\n

\u2022 Self-regulate emotion and behavior<\/p>\n

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Benefits: <\/strong>Benefits include paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. The District pays all or a portion of monthly medical plan premiums (depending on the coverage) and pays all of the monthly dental and vision plan premiums for employees and eligible dependents. Additional paid benefits include life insurance, salary continuance insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program. Classified employees participate in the Public Employees’ Retirement System, a defined-benefit retirement plan through the State of California. Optional tax-deferred 403(b) and 457 retirement plans are also available.<\/p>\n

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EEO Statement:<\/strong> San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity, Title IX, and Section 504 employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We seek to employ individuals who reflect our community’s diversity of cultures, languages, and abilities.<\/p>\n

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Our EEO Plan, grounded in Title 5 regulations, is developed and monitored by an EEO Advisory Committee, reviewed at least every three years, and supported by regular training for all members of selection and screening committees. We collect and analyze recruitment and retention data to measure progress and identify barriers.<\/p>\n

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Annual Security Report<\/strong><\/p>\n

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San Mateo County Community College District’s (SMCCCD) 2025 Annual Security Report (ASR), required by the Clery Act, includes statistics for the previous three years (2022-2024) concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by SMCCCD; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from SMCCCD. The https:\/\/www.smccd.edu\/publicsafety\/annualreport.php also outlines various campus safety and security policies concerning crime reporting, prevention and response to sexual and gender violence, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, emergency response and evacuation procedures, and other matters. The Annual Security Report also includes important tips to help every community member remain safe and avoid becoming a victim of crime. The 2025 Annual Security Report is now available on the Public Safety website. You can also obtain a copy of this report by contacting the Department of Public Safety at the District Office or any of the three Campuses (650) 738-7000. The report includes information about criminal activity on our campuses, emergency procedures, and resources.<\/p>\n

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Closes:<\/strong> 6\/25\/2026<\/p>\n

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