Director of Development

133 James Sprunt Dr.
PO BOX 398
Kenansville, North Carolina, 28349

Executive/Administrative/Managerial

Opens:

Closes: 12/14/2026

Full-time

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to show initiative and self-direction as well as communicate professionally across a variety of constituent groups.
Ability to interpret and apply the policies and procedures of the College as well as other governing bodies.

Ability to communicate effectively through speech and writing.
Ability to identify, communicate, and analyze problems.
Ability to take ownership and utilize constructive feedback.
Must be punctual, professional, and conduct oneself in an ethical manner.
Ability to plan and prioritize tasks.

EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of the requisite knowledge, skill and abilities.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Skills

Required: Master’s degree from an accredited institution in non-profit management, business, public administration, communications, education,organizational leadership,or related field.

Experience

Required:Five years of fundraising experience, including managing institutional development, major gift solicitation, planned giving, events planning, grants, targeted drives for corporate and foundation donations, and sponsor ships with demonstrated leadership experience.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Skills

Preferred:Some supervisory experience. Experience in community college advancement and philanthropy.

Experience

Preferred
:
Experience working with boards, foundations, or nonprofit governance structures. Strong understanding of and commitment to success in college advancement with a proven record of achievement as a fundraiser.

The Director of Development is responsible for leading and organizing the college’s institutional advancement program that provides strong financial support and institutional resource development for James Sprunt Community College’s academic agenda, programmatic initiatives and construction projects. The Director of Development is responsible for implementing the College’s fundraising, annual giving, planned giving, foundation and corporate sponsor ships, grant development and campaign programs. The Director of Development will also serve as the Executive Director for the James Sprunt Foundation, Inc.

and serves as a liaison between the Foundation Board of Directors and James Sprunt Community College. This position drives all fundraising strategies and donor relations. The Executive Director role will also oversee daily Foundation operations and provide support to advancement staff.

This position serves on the President’s Council and reports to the President.

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities the ability to perform the essential functions.

Foundation Operations

Demonstrates experience in fundraising, donor relations, nonprofit administration, grant writing, or institutional advancement.

Develops and maintains relationships with donors, external partners, and internal stakeholders.

Develops and executes annual and multi-year fundraising plans, including major gifts,…