Director of the LCC Foundation and Institutional Advancement

JOB POSITION TITLE: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE LCC FOUNDATION AND INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENTREPORTS TO: THE COLLEGE PRESIDENTExpand your career opportunities at Lamar Community College by working alongside diverse colleagues who value integrity, professionalism, and each other while inspiring academic excellence. If you desire to make a difference and enrich the lives of others through learning, LCC is a place for you. We will support your personal and career goals and help you succeed as part of our team! Lamar Community College has an exciting opportunity for you to be our next Executive Director of the LCC Foundation and Institutional Advancement. We are looking for a dynamic, passionate, dedicated individual who will lead and implement LCC’s strategic plan.POSITION SUMMARY: Lamar Community College seeks a strategic, collaborative, and community-centered leader to serve as the Executive Director of Advancement and Grants. Reporting directly to the President and serving as the primary staff liaison to the Foundation Board, this position provides leadership for institutional advancement, fundraising, donor engagement, grant development, and Foundation operations. The Executive Director will play a key role in advancing the College’s mission through philanthropic growth, strategic partnerships, external funding development, and community engagement. This position works closely with the President, Foundation Board, faculty, staff, donors, and regional partners to strengthen institutional sustainability and expand opportunities for students and the communities LCC serves.This position requires in-person work and all applicants outside of Lamar, Colorado must be willing to relocate. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES RESPONSIBILITIESProvide strategic leadership for Foundation, advancement, fundraising, and grant operations in alignment with the College’s mission and strategic priorities.Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy that supports annual giving, major gifts, campaigns, alumni engagement, and donor stewardship.Serve on the President’s Council and support institutional planning, sustainability, and community engagement initiatives.Lead fundraising efforts including annual giving, major gifts, donor relations, alumni engagement, campaigns, grant securement efforts, and stewardship activities.Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, corporations, foundations, alumni, community organizations, and regional partners.Partner with the President and Foundation Board to secure philanthropic investments and strengthen Foundation growth and impact.Identify and research grant funding opportunities. Assist in the development of proposals, oversee compliance requirements, and support grant-funded projects throughout the full grant lifecycleEnsure effective donor communications, stewardship, and relationship management practices.Collaborate with faculty, staff, and external partners to advance competitive funding opportunities and sustainability.Oversee Foundation operations, budgeting, financial stewardship, records management, and regulatory compliance.Serve as the primary liaison to the Foundation Board, supporting governance, board engagement, communication, recruitment, and development.Promote the College and Foundation throughout the region and develop partnerships that support student success, workforce development, and institutional advancement. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Salary Range: $74,000 - $77,000Salary will be commensurate with education, experience, and market competitiveness, while maintaining internal equity.Deadline to Submit Application Material: View posting datesBENEFITSMedicalDentalVisionLifeTuition Reimbursement Generous annual leave, sick and holiday benefits are also included.PERA Retirement ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESSAll applications must be submitted online. To be considered, applicants must submit a complete application package that includes: Cover Letter describing interest in the position and how your qualifications align with the requirementsCurrent RésuméContact information for three (3) professional references, to include one (1) recent supervisor, one (1) recent colleague, and one (1) recent supervisee.Official Transcripts verifying the highest degree earned will be required upon offer of employment and should be sent to audrey.rodriguez@lamarcc.edu.If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Human Resources at (719) 336-1572 or audrey.rodriguez@lamarcc.edu.By submitting an application for this position, applicants certify that all statements, information, and documents provided are true, complete, and accurate to the best of their knowledge. Applicants further acknowledge that any omissions, mis