Director, Donor & Alumni Relations
Clark State College
Springfield, Ohio
The Director, Donor & AlumniRelations 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. This position leads donor stewardship efforts, overseesalumni engagement initiatives, manages donor cultivation events, and directs the Annual Fund. The Director also supervises the College'sGrants Coordinator and plays a central role in fundraising for the Performing Arts Center, Athletics, and emerging institutionalpriorities.
This role requires a strategic, relationship driven professional who can build meaningful connections, communicateimpact, and support a culture of philanthropy across the College and Foundation.
Shift: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm. Eveningsand weekends, as needed.
Location: Springfield Location
Donor Relations & Stewardship
- Develops andimplements a comprehensive donor stewardship program that recognizes, thanks, and engages donors at all giving levels.
- Createspersonalized 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.
Alumni & Constituent Engagement
- Leads alumni relations strategy, including communications, outreach, andengagement opportunities.
- Produces alumni newsletters, digital communications, and targeted outreach campaigns.
- Buildsand maintains relationships with alumni, community partners, and College stakeholders.
- Develops programs and events thatstrengthen alumni affinity and participation.
Fundraising & Annual Giving
- Directs the Annual Fund,including campaign planning, messaging, segmentation, and donor acquisition strategies.
- Supports fundraising initiatives for thePerforming Arts Center, Athletics, and other College priorities as they arise.
- Collaborates with Foundation and Collegeleadership to identify fundraising opportunities and cultivate donor prospects.
- Assists with proposal development, donormeetings, and solicitation strategies.
Event Management
- Plans and executes donor cultivation andstewardship events, including recognition events, receptions, and special programs.
- Coordinates logistics, communications, andfollow-up to ensure high-quality donor experiences.
- Partners with internal and external stakeholders to support College andFoundation events as needed.
Grants Oversight
- Supervises the Grants Coordinator and provides strategicdirection for grant research, proposal development, and reporting.
- Ensures alignment between grant opportunities andinstitutional priorities.
- Supports cross-departmental collaboration to strengthen grant outcomes and compliance.
Collaboration & Leadership
- Works closely with the Executive Director of the Foundation, College leadership, and
- Advancement team to support strategic goals.
- Represents the Foundation at College and community events.
- Promotes a culture of philanthropy across the institution through education, communication, and partnership.
Knowledgeand Skills
Experience
Two years to five years of similar or related experience in donor relations, alumniengagement, fundraising, or related advancement roles.
Education
A Bachelor's degree.
InterpersonalSkills
A significant level of trust and diplomacy is required, in addition to normal courtesy and tact. Work involves extensivepersonal contact with others and/or can be of a personal or sensitive nature. Work may involve motivating or influencing others. Outsidecontacts become important and fostering sound relationships with other entities (companies and/or individuals) becomes necessary and oftenrequires the ability to influence and/or sell ideas or services to others.
Other Skills
Experience in higher education ornonprofit development strongly preferred.
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 diversestakeholders.
Proficiency with CRM or donor database systems.
Commitment to the mission and values of Clark State College and theClark State College Foundation
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Please apply online at: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/clarkstate/jobs/5327318/director-donor-alumni-relations?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Women andminorities are encouraged to apply. EOE/AA
