Coordinator, Philanthropy

• Salary Range: $6,847.00 - $8,325.00 per month (25/26 Classified Salary Schedule); maximum initial placement at mid-range, which is $7,547.00 per month (placement within this range is based on assessment of previous experience as documented in application materials). An additional 2% compensation will be added to the base salary for an earned doctorate degree.
• Fringe Benefits: The District offers a competitive health & benefits package for employees and eligible dependents. Benefits are pro-rated for part-time employees. You can learn more on our Benefits page.
• Leave/Holiday Time: Full-time classified unit members earn 8 hours of sick leave and start off accruing hours of vacation for each month worked (accrual rate increases after first year of employment and rates are pro-rated for part-time employees). Employees are also compensated for holidays recognized by the District (18 holidays/year, pro-rated for part-time employees).
• Retirement: Santa Rosa Junior College is a CalSTRS and CalPERS employer. Eligibility will be determined based on the regulations established by both agencies.

Under the general direction of the Executive Director of the Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation, the Coordinator, Philanthropy plays a vital role in fostering relationships between the Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation and the broader community. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing strategies that support giving, engagement, build donor relationships, and support the Foundation’s fundraising initiatives and the Foundation Board of Directors and Board Committees.

The Coordinator, Philanthropy will work collaboratively with employees, donors, alumni, and community stakeholders to enhance awareness of the Foundation’s mission and support for Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC).

This is a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, classified position. The tentative work schedule will be Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position is contingent upon funding and Board approval.

Examples of key duties are interpreted as descriptive and not restrictive in nature. Incumbents routinely perform approximately 80% of the duties below.

• Creates direct mail and electronic solicitations for funding priorities, case statements, and other fundraising materials. Ensures design and content adheres to brand standards.
• Develops and coordinates the Foundation’s annual giving and crowdfunding initiatives. Supports strategies for online and recurring giving to expand donor participation and retention.
• Develops and manages sponsorship opportunities. Cultivate and steward corporate and community partners to strengthen philanthropic support.
• Supports the SRJC Scholarship Program by securing annual gifts, managing the online system, assisting donors with fundraising systems, and providing updates on scholarship recipient selection.
• Develops, organizes, and facilitates constituent communications, presentations, engagements, stewardship activities, and donor interactions, including the Foundation’s annual report.
• Organizes and implements annual President’s Address to the Community.
• Provides governance and administrative oversight for SRJC Foundation Board of Directors and Foundation Board Committees including development of agendas, minutes, and other materials to comply with Brown Act requirements.
• Creates and manages regular communications and fundraising appeals for SRJC alumni; develops opportunities and events to engage alumni with the…