Executive Director of the WVC Foundation

Under the direction of the president the executive director is responsible for leading the Wenatchee Valley College Foundation Board in implementing a fund development program in support of college goals and priorities. The director is responsible for managing the overall operation of the foundation; developing and implementing fund raising activities; providing administrative support for the foundation; and developing and maintaining effective working relationships with WVC staff faculty and the communities of the district.

• Represent the WVC Foundation at meetings conferences and programs with other foundations and organizations on the local state regional and national levels that will benefit the college and the and maintain strong relationships with all constituents.
• Identify cultivate and solicit individuals corporations and foundations for annual and long term financial support of the foundation and the college.
• Supervise direct and evaluate the performance of the foundation staff.
• Provide expertise strategy and direction to the fundraising efforts and activities of college programs and departments for annual giving major gifts special campaigns and capital efforts.
• Lead the foundation in developing and implementing fundraising programs activities and events in support of college priorities. These include annual giving campaigns fund raising events major gifts capital campaigns alumni development planned giving and corporate gifts and grants.
• Serve as the chief development officer for the college; works with departments and programs on campus who are seeking funds.
• Assist the foundation board of directors in developing both long range and short term planning to address new and recurring issues and decisions; conduct feasibility studies and needs assessments.
• Ensure the proper development implementation and monitoring of the accounting financial and payroll records of the foundation; timely deposit of funds; preparation of monthly and quarterly financial and investment reports for the foundation board; preparation of billings submitted to college state individuals businesses and others and preparation of invoices for payment approval by the foundation board; preparation and submittal of all state and federal reports.
• Oversee the annual allocation of scholarship funding.
• Oversee investment performance to achieve optimum investment results while working with the budget and finance committee.
• Recruit and provide leadership service and motivation to the foundation board.
• Assist in raising the visibility and understanding of the foundation and the college to internal and external audiences and prospective donors. Work with the president and the community relations office to strengthen and maintain a positive college image in the community and with community members.
• Coordinate professional development opportunities for college foundation board members and staff to increase their understanding and effective participation in foundation activities.
• Oversee the WVC Alumni Association for the purpose of communicating with engaging and cultivating participation in college activities charitable giving mentoring and building a sense of pride in the institution.
• Maintain and promote effective working relationships with other community non-profit organizations.
• Participate in community events which may be advantageous to the foundation and to the college.
• Oversee the development preparation and distribution of agendas minutes and other board and committee reports.
• Ensure the maintenance of current and archive files on all foundation business records.
• Ensure the development and maintenance of historical files and mailing lists of donors other support persons business and agencies.
• Represent the WVC Foundation at meetings conferences and programs with other foundations and organizations on the local state regional and national levels that will benefit the college and the foundation.
  
  This is not intended to be an exclusive list of all duties and responsibilities. Related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors or higher degree in business or related field.
• Three years experience in fund development and foundation management or budget management and revenue generation.
• Knowledge of best practices in advancement services and operations.
• Proficient with word processing spreadsheet database and presentation software.
• Knowledge of fundraising software (Virtuous and Financial Edge preferred).
• Experience with a volunteer board.
• Demonstrated ability in managing and motivating staff.
• Commitment to community college education.
• Excellent speaking and writing skills strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships with a wide variety of people.
• Strong organizational supervisory analytical and decision-making skills.
• Ability to analyze information for reports and to organize data into effective and meaningful oral and written presentations.
• Strong planning organizational and project management skills and ability to lead multiple projects concurrently.
• Or if you do not meet one or more of qualifications listed above but have an applicable combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Masters degree in business or related field.
• Successful major gifts fundraising experience.
• Capital campaign experience.
• Knowledge of best practices in alumni association management.
• Knowledge of tax laws governing recording and acknowledging of contributions financial processing accounting and reporting techniques.
• Experience creating digital content (such as Word/PDF documents and web and learning management system content as appropriate to the role) in accessible formats.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Customer Service: Knowledge of customer service skills and best practices with ability to provide general and specialized student support with professional courtesy empathy and interest in positive problem solving.
• Oral communication: Speak clearly and persuasively actively listen and take the time to understand the points being made including asking questions as appropriate and responding to questions.
• Quality: Accurate and thorough look for ways to improve and promote quality provide feedback to improve performance monitor own work to ensure quality.
• Professionalism: Approach others in a tactful manner react well under pressure treat others with respect and consideration and follow through on commitments.
• Problem solving: Ability to assess situations and think beyond the immediate issue to anticipate and fulfill future needs before they become complications.
• Diversity equity and inclusion: Demonstrated competency and experience working in a diverse academic environment inclusive of students faculty and staff of varying social economic cultural ideological gender and racial/ethnic backgrounds and those with physical emotional and/or learning disabilities.
• Technical/computer skills: High level of proficiency and accuracy in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Canvas PeopleSoft and other college systems; ability to be cross trained to provide basic technical support.
• Student services: Knowledge of college processes such as admissions enrollment and financial aid; ability to be cross trained to provide student services support.
• FERPA: Maintain a high level of confidentiality and follow FERPA guidelines.

Terms of Employment:

This is a full-time administrative exempt position contracted on an annual basis.

The starting salary hiring range for this position is $102218 to $124246. Individual placement within the hiring range is based on the candidates current experience education skills and abilities related to the position. The salary will be prorated to reflect the actual number of contract days worked in the remainder of the fiscal year.

Your paycheck is just part of the total compensation package. There is an outstanding benefits package which is worth an additional value equivalent to about 30% of your salary. A comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical dental and vision insurance; life and long- term disability insurance plans; vacation sick and personal leave; reduced tuition; and retirement benefits are also provided. For more information please visit our benefits websiteat: Schedule & Environment:

• Normal work hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m.-5 p.m. (1 hour lunch).
• Work is performed on campus in an indoor office setting with frequent in-person interactions. It is essential to be able to remain at a desk/computer workstation for prolonged periods of time perform extensive data entry and other computer-related tasks and create/maintain filing systems for departmental records. Some evening or weekend work and/or occasional travel is required.
• Regular and consistent attendance required.

Conditions of Employment:

• An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the College to sponsor an H-1B Valley College only employs U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show proof of identity and eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

• All offers of employment are subject to background checks. Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Finalists are required to complete the sexual misconduct disclosure form as required under RCW 288.112.080.
• A valid Washington state drivers license may be required.

Application and Selection Procedure:

Complete application packages must include the following:

• Complete Wenatchee Valley College online application.
• Upload a cover letter that specifically describes how your educational background and experience meet the minimum and preferred qualifications. (five pages max)
• Upload resume. (five pages max)
• Complete supplemental questions.

It is your responsibility to submit all required application materials before the deadline. Please do not send reference letters or other unsolicited materials. They will not be shared with the screening committee and cannot be returned to you. Only finalists may be asked to send additional materials.

Attachments from prior applications will not upload automatically to your new application. Should you have difficulties uploading your documents please contact NeoGov Technical Support at 1- for assistance.

Preliminary screening of complete applications will begin September 11 2025 and continue until the position is closed.

Reasonable Accommodation:

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the application and employment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible. Requests should be made to the human resources office by calling . Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay the states free telecommunication access service.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Wenatchee Valley College is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment and student enrollment. All programs are free from discrimination and harassment against any person because of race creed color national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability or the use of a service animal by a person with a disability age parental status or families with children marital status religion genetic information honorably discharged veteran or military status or any other prohibited basis per RCW 49.60.030 040 and other federal and laws and regulations or participation in the complaint process.

Equity Statement:

Research suggests that women gender diverse BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they dont meet 100% of the job encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies and Title IX compliance for both the Wenatchee and Omak campuses:

• To report discrimination or harassment: Title IX Coordinator .
• To request disability accommodations: Student Access Manager Wenatchi Hall 2133 TTY/TTD: Dial 711 .

This recruitment announcement may not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified at any time.