EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, MCC FOUNDATION

  • Full Time
  • Waco, TX

Website McLennan Community College McLennan Community College

McLennan Community College

Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received. ****POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED**** ANNUAL SALARY:     Minimum $101,828    LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXEMPLIFY OUR COLLEGE VALUES: Communications: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them.  Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission.  Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together.  Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions.  People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team. GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Executive Director serves as the chief executive officer of the MCC Foundation and reports to the College President. The position plans and executes the activities of the Foundation, including acquiring financial resources, investing and managing financial resources, and overseeing the disbursement of resources for scholarships, professional development and capital improvements. The Executive Director also engages an independent board of directors composed of 27 community members and committees to guide policy and practice at the Foundation. NOTE:  This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: At least 3 years of professional, relevant work experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: Professional experience working with nonprofit organizations. SELECTION CRITERIA: Knowledge of: 1. Effective methods of donor solicitation and fundraising strategies. 2. Local, state, and federal regulations on charitable donations. 3. Principles and practices of financial accounting and reporting. 4. Administrative and human resource management. 5. Event planning and execution. 6. Capital funding strategies. 7. Major gift solicitation strategies from foundations, corporations, and individuals. Skills in: 8. Public speaking to groups both large and small. 9. Effectively communicating to inform and tell a compelling story about the College. 10. Principles and practice of marketing and public relations. 11. Listening. 12. Small- and large-group leadership. 13. Management and Delegation. 14. Relationship building.  Ability to: 15. Expand the mission of the Foundation. 16. Create and improve fundraising programs and events. 17. Develop proposals that address the needs of the college and match interests of donors. 18. Collaborate with faculty, staff, and community in creative ways. 19. Articulate the mission of the college and inspire interest in that mission from friends and donors. 20. Engage the College Board of Trustees, President, and administrators in strategic fundraising. WORKING CONDITIONS: Sedentary-Desk work; occasional field trips e.g. for college or program activities. Minimal Hazard/Exposure-Standard office setting.  At least minimal environmental controls are in place to assure health and comfort. BENEFITS: Health Insurance, retirement plan, sick leave, vacation, holidays.  Eligible employees and dependents may take college courses tuition free.  Participation in Medicare Part A, but not Social Security (FICA). APPLICATION PROCESS: Interested and qualified applicants should submit application materials to:  https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mclennan. NOTE: Finalists may be asked to participate in an in-basket exercise. MCC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information visit www.dhs.gov/e-verify. Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application. REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

  • Online Employment Application
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Copies of College Transcripts

MCC provides equal educational opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate against any individual regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or other legally protected category in its educational programs, activities, or employment. http://www.mclennan.edu/employees/policy-manual/docs/E-XXXIV.pdf

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