Director, Donor & Alumni Relations

Job Summary

The Director, Donor & Alumni Relations serves as a key member of the Clark State College Foundation team, responsible for strengthening relationships with donors, alumni, and community constituents to advance the mission of Clark State College.

About the Role

This position leads donor stewardship efforts, oversees alumni engagement initiatives, manages donor cultivation events, and directs the Annual Fund. The Director also supervises the College's Grants Coordinator and plays a central role in fundraising for the Performing Arts Center, Athletics, and emerging institutional priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements a comprehensive donor stewardship program that recognizes, thanks, and engages donors at all giving levels.
• Creates personalized stewardship strategies for major donors and prospects.
• Oversees donor impact reporting, acknowledgment processes, and recognition activities.
• Maintains accurate donor records and ensures timely communication of donor engagement activities.
• Ledds alumni relations strategy, including communications, outreach, and engagement opportunities.
• Produces alumni newsletters, digital communications, and targeted outreach campaigns.
• Builds and maintains relationships with alumni, community partners, and College stakeholders.
• Develops programs and events that strengthen alumni affinity and participation.
• Directs the Annual Fund, including campaign planning, messaging, segmentation, and donor acquisition strategies.
• Supports fundraising initiatives for the Performing Arts Center, Athletics, and other College priorities as they arise.
• Collaborates with Foundation and College leadership to identify fundraising opportunities and cultivate donor prospects.
• Aids in proposal development, donor meetings, and solicitation strategies.
• Plans and executes donor cultivation and stewardship events, including recognition events, receptions, and special programs.
• Coordinates logistics, communications, and follow-up to ensure high-quality donor experiences.
• Promotes a culture of philanthropy across the institution through education, communication, and partnership.

Requirements

• Experience in donor relations, alumni engagement, fundraising, or related advancement roles.
• A Bachelor's degree.
• Demonstrated success in relationship management, event planning, and donor communications.
• Strong writing, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to lead, supervise, and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency with CRM or donor database systems.

Qualifications

• Two years to five years of similar or related experience in donor relations, alumni engagement, fundraising, or related advancement roles.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and relationship building.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Event planning and coordination.
• Grant research and proposal development.
• Collaboration and teamwork.

Benefits

Shift: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm. Evenings and weekends, as needed.

Pay

To be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm. Evenings and weekends, as needed.

Location

Springfield