Executive Director of Foundation

Lamar Community College is seeking an energetic, highly organized, dynamic professional to serve as Executive Director of the LCC Foundation. The Executive Director is responsible for the leadership and operation of the Foundation enterprise, with primary emphasis on leading fundraising activities from corporations, foundations, and individuals.

This position requires in-person work and all applicants outside of Lamar, Colorado must be willing to relocate.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Provide Strategic and Operational Leadership:
- Provide commitment and vision, identify and articulate objectives, and lead the Foundation's operations
- Institute and lead collaborative planning processes to guide the organization forward
- Take responsibility for overseeing Foundation activities, policies, and asset management
- Serve as member of the LCC President's Council and other related LCC committees

Lead Fundraising Efforts for Lamar Community College:
- Plan, lead and stimulate enthusiasm for all fundraising efforts
- Lead and bear ultimate responsibility for annual fundraising progress
- Work with the College staff and the LCC Foundation Board to develop and implement policies ensuring effective fundraising
- Develop and maintain relationships with major donors including local and national foundations, corporations, and individuals
- Cultivate, solicit, and close gifts at the highest levels

Manage Assets:
- Work with the LCC finance staff and investment policy committee to develop and implement policies ensuring effective management of Foundation assets
- Maintain a working knowledge of investment strategies and options

Support the Foundation Board:
- Actively engage board members in the planning and fundraising process
- Plan and organize board training sessions as needed and donor recognition events
- Assist the President in identifying and recruiting Foundation board members

Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree Required
- 1-3 years of experience in fundraising including cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors
- Experience in management roles in the public or private sector
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; strong public speaking skills
- Experience with non-profit organizations either as staff member or involved, fundraising board member

Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 Annually

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Tuition Reimbursement, generous annual leave, sick and holiday benefits.

LCC is a federally-designated Hispanic-Serving institution committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.