Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $71,500.00 - $106,300.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Life insurance
flexible spending accounts
Job Description
Austin Community College (ACC) is a prominent public two-year institution serving a diverse population of approximately 41,000 credit students each Fall and Spring semester. Situated in Texas, ACC prides itself on its mission to provide affordable access to higher education and workforce training through both traditional and distance learning modes. As a community college, ACC fosters an inclusive environment that values intellectual curiosity, innovative teaching, equitable educational opportunities, and a commitment to student success, particularly focusing on supporting first generation college students, low-income students, and students from underserved communities. The institution encourages collaboration both within its educational community and the... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- three years of professional experience in annual giving, fundraising, or development
- reliable transportation for local Austin area travel
- availability to attend evening and weekend events
- work performed in office and campus environments
- subject to walking, standing, sitting, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling
- occasional lifting of items up to 20 pounds
- supervise the safe operation of the unit
- facilitate safety training and inspections
- take reasonable and prudent actions to eliminate identified hazards and foster a workplace safety culture
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- three years of professional experience in annual giving, fundraising, or development
- leadership, coaching, and team development skills
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- relationship-building with internal and external stakeholders
- campaign planning, execution, and analysis skills
- problem-solving, attention to detail, and strategic thinking
- discretion in managing confidential information and donor relationships
- proficiency with fundraising and donor CRM platforms such as Raiser’s Edge
- strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace
- familiarity with data reporting and digital engagement tools
Job Duties
- Supervise, train, coach, and evaluate assigned staff in alignment with college policies and employment laws
- recommend hiring and termination decisions
- design and lead a comprehensive annual giving strategy to grow contributions from individuals, foundations, and organizations
- plan and execute a range of annual campaigns, including direct mail, digital outreach, giving days, crowdfunding, and special events
- oversee segmentation, messaging, and stewardship strategies to improve donor retention, re-engagement, and giving level upgrades
- in collaboration with the Development team, consistently cultivate and steward annual donors and prospects
- actively steward a portfolio of 25-50 leadership-level annual donors
- partner with Advancement Services to ensure timely and personalized donor acknowledgment and stewardship processes
- collaborate with Development to support pipeline building and identify major gift prospects for referral and cultivation
- provide support to the Foundation Board, Advancement, and College leadership by developing donor proposals, talking points, and campaign materials
- coordinate with marketing, alumni relations, and campus departments to align fundraising communications with institutional goals
- analyze campaign outcomes and donor trends to evaluate performance, inform strategy, and recommend improvements
- maintain accurate donor records and prospect activity using the Foundation's CRM system
- prepare regular reports on fundraising outcomes, donor engagement, and campaign performance for internal and external stakeholders
- promote a culture of philanthropy by engaging staff, faculty, students, and alumni in giving initiatives and donor education
- represent the College and Foundation at community events, fundraisers, and campus activities to enhance visibility and engagement
- attend and support evening and weekend events as needed
- perform other duties as assigned in support of College Advancement goals
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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