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In concert with the Vice President for Advancement, develop and implement comprehensive processes and strategies for use of database(s) and technology in resource acquisition and enhanced donor relations. Lead strategies for comprehensive communication plan.

Essential Functions

• Provide leadership in planning, implementing and maintaining processes and procedures that will ensure the best use of donor and related databases, software, etc. to increase resource acquisition. This includes, but not limited to, Raisers Edge, scholarship management, named spaces inventory, online giving, and website.
• Provide leadership in developing and executing a comprehensive annual giving program with alumni as an emphasis.
• Lead collaboration and coordination to grow and execute a comprehensive communication plan that includes effective strategies for respective areas within the office. 
• Collaborate with donor recognition and appreciation.
• Determine necessary data for reports, analyze and provide for use in decision-making and in giving accurate information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Serve as internal resource and expert for donor software to manage donor relationships, manage online donation forms, and track fundraising performance.
• Capture artifacts and related data that will provide accurate demographic information coupled with a robust understanding of relationships, interactions, patterns, giving history, etc.
• Support identification of alumni and their relationships to the college that aid in their cultivation and solicitation for sponsorships, annual giving, capital, planned, and major gifts. 
• Cross train for ticketing system and for financial functions such as fund deposit, check writing and purchasing. This includes Banner and Jaggaer or similar programs.
• Participate in community and donor networking opportunities.
• Coordinate with and assist other development officers and staff in advancement/foundation initiatives.
• Support development, oversight of programs and services that result in enrollment, progression, retention, and graduation growth for the service area.

Supplemental Functions

• Acquire and maintain current knowledge of public activities and internal projects, policies and procedures of the College and Foundation.
• Remain current in knowledge, programs, events, and trends that result in an effective college advancement office.
• Participate in college committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Training, And Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred:

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in development, higher education, data management, or experience that would provide transfer of applicable skills.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Essential skills include proficiency with varied databases, software programs, etc.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel including strong skills with mail merge functions .
• Experience learning new computer/software programs.
• Strong skills in research and asking questions.
• Able to work with others and seek understanding.
• Self-motivated to plan, implement and execute.

Working Conditions

• Frequent use of personal computers and related equipment.
• Normal use of telephone and standard office equipment.
• Some travel to attend meetings, professional development training, events or other business-related functions.
• Frequent sitting with screen time. 
• Movement in an office and campus environment.
• Some lifting boxes, materials for up to 25 pounds, etc.
• Work outside of normal business hours as required.

Titles Supervised

None

Hiring Salary Range: $58,650 - $67,730

This position is based at the Columbia, TN Campus.

About Columbia State Community College:

As Tennessee’s first community college (established in 1966), Columbia State is committed to student success both in and out of the classroom, as well as economic and community development in our nine-county service area. Columbia State is a member of the Tennessee Board of Regents.  

Columbia State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 14 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

Columbia State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies:

Executive Director of Human Resources
humanresources@columbiastate.edu
1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia, TN 38401
931-540-2501