Foundation Executive Director

Chemeketa Foundation

Opening Date	April 11, 2008
Closing Date	May 9, 2008
Starting Date	July 2008
Position Number	M60190

Terms of Employment

This is a full-time, 12-month Exempt/Administrative position; Continuation of this position is dependent on the funding that supports the position.

Successful applicant must pass inquiry which may include but is not limited to criminal, driving, and credit check; only information relevant to the position will be considered.

Salary and Benefits

Dependent upon salary history and comparable experience.

The college also provides an excellent benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to employee and college collective bargaining agreements).  Benefits also include: life, and disability insurance and membership in the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) or Oregon Public Services Retirement Plan (OPSRP).

Minimum Qualification

1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
2. Five years management and leadership experience that includes
   • Fund raising and donor development
   • Reporting to high-level executive, executive board, or equivalent
   • Oral presentations
3. Excellent written communication skills
4. Knowledge of philanthropic research and donor analysis

Preferred Qualifications

1. Master’s degree from an accredited institution
2. Seven or more years experience as an Executive Director or the equivalent that, in addition to the experience listed above, includes the following:
   • Directing annual, capital or endowment campaigns
   • Budget development, fiscal management, and appropriate software applications
3. Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)
4. Commitment to collaborative decision-making and management
5. Commitment to the mission and goals of a comprehensive community college

Essential Functions

This position reports to the College president and works closely with the Chemeketa Foundation.  The essential functions are:

I.      Fund raising (60%)

• Recommends and, upon approval, implements a strategic plan that seeks to increase the number of major gift donors and enlarge the donor base and endowment of the Foundation.  Furthermore, this plan should align with the College Statement of Strategic Intent, and include a communications plan
• Identifies, develops, and pursues opportunities for individuals, businesses, and foundations to become donors
• Makes public presentations on behalf of the College and Foundation

II.     Board/Foundation Development (25%)

• Identifies potential nominees for membership on the Foundation Board
• Increases Foundation Board engagement in fund raising, planning, and implementation activities
• Coordinates training for the Foundation on appropriate topics

III.    Administrative (15%)

• Manages operations of the Foundation, including supervision of Foundation employees and coordination of Board meetings
• Maintains records of contacts, referrals, and results related to solicitation of gifts and donations; prepares reports on activities
• Evaluates proposed donations and recommends acceptance or denial according to foundation policies
• Provides the Board with information on finances, fund raising, donors, and operations as requested
• Prepares an annual budget for approval

General Expectations of the College

Chemeketa Community College expects all employees in leadership positions to:

• Contribute to the College diversity plan by fostering an environment of cooperation among students, employees, and members of the public who represent a variety of cultural, social, economic, and educational backgrounds
• Actively participate in the retention and recruitment of students through Foundation and College activities
• Embrace appropriate technology tools to accomplish job functions; understands and utilizes available technology as communication and data gathering tools

Application Packet Must Include:

• Chemeketa application
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Transcripts (official or unofficial at the time of application)
• Supplemental letter of no more than three pages describing your experience in leading and developing fund raising efforts for an organization similar in size to that of a community college

About Chemeketa Community College

Chemeketa Community College is a public, two-year institution located in Salem, Oregon. It is the second-largest college in the Oregon Community College System and serves more than 55,000 students each year with an FTE of over 10,000. Chemeketa is the largest Latino-serving institution of higher education in Oregon both by number and by percentage, and has the highest number of federal grant-funded programs for under-represented students in Oregon. The college is an equal opportunity institution that values diversity in the workforce and is committed to affirmative action. We encourage people of color, women, and people with disabilities to apply. The name Chemeketa is a Kalapuya word meaning "place of peace." In the spirit of peace we invite you to join us at Chemeketa to encourage a better understanding of our community and our world. To learn more about Chemeketa, including our mission and strategic themes, please visit our website at http://www.chemeketa.edu.

About Salem, Oregon

Salem, the capital of Oregon, is the second-largest city in the state. Over 146,000 people call Salem home and enjoy its tree-lined streets, riverfront park, and convenient downtown shopping. Every year, Salem hosts the World Beat Festival organized by Salem's diverse cultural community and featuring cuisine, music, and dances from around the world. Salem and its surrounding communities have Latino, Russian, German, Vietnamese, Pacific Island, American Indian, and many other populations that bring a wealth of perspectives to the city.

Salem is surrounded by the vineyards, orchards, and farms of the fertile Willamette Valley. The Cascade Mountains are an hour's drive to the east, and the Oregon Coast an hour's drive to the west. Western Oregon is known for the rain that creates its green forests, but its summers are warm and dry. Portland, 45 miles to the north, also offers a wide variety of sporting events, cultural activities, and entertainment.

To learn more about Salem, visit the Salem Chamber of Commerce’s community page (www.salemchamber.org/community/index.html) or visit the Salem Community Guide website (www.oregonlink.com).

How to Apply

Only complete packets will be reviewed by the screening committee. It is important that your application clearly indicate that you meet the minimum qualification for the position. Please include enough relevant training and experience to demonstrate that you possess the minimum qualifications.

Application material may be faxed and must be received by the application deadline. However, a signed hard copy of the application must be received by the Human Resources Department upon hire. (The Human Resources Department will not confirm receipt of application material and is not responsible for material not completely transmitted.)

Application Deadline

May 9, 2008 by 5:00 p.m. All materials must be received in the Human Resources Department on the Salem Campus.

Chemeketa Community College
Human Resources Department
PO Box 14007
Salem, OR 97309-7070
503.399.5009 (phone)
503.399.7810 (fax)

Other Information

Chemeketa Community College is an equal opportunity institution, values diversity in its workforce, and is committed to affirmative action: we encourage minorities, women, and persons with disabilities to apply. It is the policy of Chemeketa Community College that discrimination or harassment on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, or family relationships will not exist in any area, activity, or operation of the college. Chemeketa Community College is also a smoke-free/drug-free environment.

Federal regulations require that all documents submitted by applicants be retained by the college for a period of two years. No submitted materials will be returned and/or duplicated.

For further information, to request an application packet, or to request disability accommodation during the application process, contact the Human Resources Department at 503.399.5009. You may also e-mail requests to humanresources@chemeketa.edu. Our office is located in Building 2, Room 214, on the Salem Campus.

Updated April 11, 2008 by the Human Resources Department