Manager, Donor Relations

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Position Information

Position Title

Manager, Donor Relations

Position Type

Staff

Department

Institutional Advancement

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Union/Non Union

Non Union

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Grade

15

Salary Range

Hiring Salary Range

Commensurate with experience.

Fixed Term/Tenure Track (Faculty Only)

Regular or Temporary

Regular

Job Description Summary

The Manager of Donor Relations in the Office of Institutional Advancement ( OIA ) and executes comprehensive plans to manage major donor and strategic partner relationships and manages signature events.

The Manager is responsible for developing and implementing engagement and stewardship strategies to enhance and support the experience with current and prospective donors. The Manager also works in tandem with OIA team members to provide comprehensive fundraising support, event logistics and stewardship efforts (acknowledgements, printed material inventory, prep materials for donor meetings, etc.).

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree.
2. A minimum of five (5) years of progressive development experience, preferably in higher education or an education-focused nonprofit.

Criteria

CRITERIA : The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. Resume and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below for this position .

• Successful track record of soliciting and closing individual, corporate, and/or foundation gifts at the five and six-figure gift level.
• Experience in building and managing a portfolio of individual, corporate, and/or foundation donors.
• Experience coordinating cultivation events and/or communications programs focused on donor engagement.
• Familiar with fundraising office administration (best practices, protocol, procedures, and record/data management).
• Entrepreneurial-minded professional with the ability to foster collaboration across a large, expansive organization.
• Excellent diplomacy, verbal and written communication skills, time management, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet concurrent deadlines, organize time and priorities, and do so in collaboration with diverse stakeholders. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, and development databases.
• Willingness to travel regionally and work occasional evenings and weekends.

Job Requirements

1. Must be available to work Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Work schedule is subject to change based on the needs of the department.
2. Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
3. As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
4. A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.
   
   

Is Background Check Required?

Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus?

No

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

PGCC178311/12

Open Date

03/25/2022

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Background Check Statement

Prince George’s Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. PGCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, education verification, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Prince George’s Community College values the safety of its students, faculty, and staff. As part of that commitment, the College has announced effective October 21, 2021, all students, faculty, and staff must be vaccinated against COVID -19 or tested for the virus weekly. As a prospective or new employee, you will be required to comply with this mandate and all the necessary safety protocols, including wearing a mask. Please direct your questions related to the vaccination, testing, mask mandates, and requirements for exemptions to VMPO@pgcc.edu .

Application Status ; you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.
Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Which of the following best describes your level of completed education? (Education details must be included in your application.)
   • Master's Degree or above from an accredited college/university
   • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university
   • Associate's Degree from an accredited college/university
   • One to two years of college credit (30 credit hours is equivalent to one year)
   • Less than 30 credits from an accredited college/university
   • High School Diploma or GED
   • None of the above
2. * Do you have a minimum of five (5) years of progressive development experience, preferably in higher education or an education-focused nonprofit?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Briefly describe your experience referenced in the previous question.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
4. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • HERC
   • HigherEd Jobs
   • Hispanic Outlook
   • Indeed
   • Personal Referral
   • PGCC Website
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook)
   • The Chronicle of Higher Ed
   • The Washington Post
   • Other: Please indicate below
   • Educause
5. How did you hear about this employment opportunity? If you selected 'Other' please indicate source:
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation 1