Senior Development Officer - Fundraising & Donor Relations

Senior Development Officer - Fundraising & Donor Relations

Job : 322304
Location: District Support Services Cntr
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Salary Range

$73,670.00 - $95,771.00/annually, DOE

Grade

119

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Summer

Hours:

Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm

Work Calendar

12 Months

Maricopa Summary

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision-creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people-not profits.
With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college.

We don't just support our community-we help build it.
We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.
Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Benefits

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off:
  Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
• Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings
• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)

Job Summary

The Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation is the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization designated by the Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) to receive and manage gifts on behalf of the ten colleges. As a team, the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation seeks innovative partnerships and contributions from a variety of sources in order to make postsecondary education and certifications accessible and affordable, and to boldly impact the Arizona community.

The Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation's Senior Development Officer - Fundraising & Donor Relations plays a pivotal role in strengthening higher education opportunities for students across Maricopa County and is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on education and the Phoenix community. The Senior Development Officer - Fundraising & Donor Relations develops and drives fundraising strategies that generate financial and non-financial support, ensuring students have access to affordable, high-quality education and workforce training.

This opportunity will collaborate with Foundation leadership, college development officers, academic teams, and community partners to advance key initiatives, foster innovative partnerships, and enhance the Foundation's mission to create equitable educational opportunities.

The Senior Development Officer - Fundraising & Donor Relations will:

• Lead district-wide fundraising efforts to increase philanthropic support.
• Cultivate and grow relationships with donors, volunteers, and stakeholders.
• Implement and oversee stewardship programs to engage and retain donors.
• Collaborate with college leadership and community partners to drive impactful initiatives.

The applicant will be a strategic, donor-focused professional passionate about the power of a community college education.

Essential Functions

25% - Manage a portfolio of approximately 50 prospects to develop and execute fundraising strategies…