Monroe Community College
Assistant Director, Donor Engagement - MCC Foundation - Monroe Community College
Monroe Community College, Rochester, New York, United States
Assistant Director, Donor Engagement – MCC Foundation
Location:
Rochester, NY
Posted on:
Mon Oct 20 2025
Job Classification:
Professional Staff
Overview The Assistant Director of Donor Engagement is responsible for planning, supporting, and executing events, and for strengthening donor and alumni engagement in support of Monroe Community College. The successful candidate will facilitate the planning and implementation of the Foundation's signature fundraising events and play a key role in identifying and engaging alumni and community leaders whose participation elevates the visibility and success of these events. This may be a temporary position renewable annually based on budget and performance.
Responsibilities
Plan and execute the Foundation's signature fundraising events, including the Gold Star Gala, Scholarship Open, and Salute to Excellence, with specific fundraising, donor development, and stewardship goals.
Proactively solicit and secure individual and corporate sponsorships in collaboration with the Development team, building strategies that maximize event revenue and strengthen donor partnerships.
Oversee additional events such as the 5K Walk/Run for Scholarships, Optics Clambake, and President's Circle Dinner, providing guidance to team members to ensure successful execution and donor stewardship.
Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Communications on event invitations, scripting, student speaker highlights, and the promotion of events across social media, web and other channels.
Recruit, cultivate, and engage alumni and community leaders to serve on event committees, ensuring their participation adds esteem to the events and drives fundraising success.
Work with the Foundation Board, staff, and committees to identify and solicit individual and corporate underwriting support.
Serve as staff liaison to assigned board committees; support and manage committee meetings, provide direction for staff and volunteers, and generate regular updates and progress reports.
Participate as a full member of the Foundation's advancement team, including professional development activities and staff meetings.
All other duties as assigned.
Participate in the planning and development of annual fundraising goals and objectives; prepare and manage annual budgets for assigned projects.
Prepare and analyze reports of activities and programs; track and monitor pledges, gifts, and special events results.
Develop and recommend policies, procedures, and standards to enhance special events and alumni engagement.
Work with the Development team to create strategies that strengthen donor and alumni relations with the Foundation.
Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
Commits to professional growth, including ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion.
Requirements Required Qualifications
Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Three or more years of experience in a comprehensive development program including stewardship/donor relations, event management, non-profit fundraising or related responsibilities.
Strong organizational skills and ability to create efficient systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Superior computer skills, including high proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; expected to learn and use the database and reporting software program for development (Raiser's Edge).
Detail-oriented, energetic self-starter with a positive and enthusiastic outlook.
Vision to plan ahead, take initiative and set and adhere to deadlines.
Ability to multi-task and work collaboratively with a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work with a diverse audience of alumni and donors.
Preferred Qualifications
Earned master's degree in nonprofit management, development or related field from an accredited institution.
Experience managing vendors and donor relationships.
Experience in budget and volunteer management.
Development experience with increasing responsibilities in an academic setting or with a public entity.
Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish or other languages proficiently.
Additional Information Salary:
$65,000 - $75,000 per year, based on experience, internal equity and college budget.
Working Environment:
The MCC Foundation is located at 321 State Street, Rochester, New York. The position is highly mobile within the Rochester region and requires reliable personal transportation. It functions primarily during normal business hours, with occasional evening and weekend activities. Travel outside the immediate Rochester area is typically confined to attendance at professional conferences and meetings 1-2/year and prospect visits.
Employees may benefit from a Flexible Work Policy which includes flextime/staggered shifts, remote work/telecommuting and compressed work schedule, subject to business and operational needs. Remote work outside New York State is generally not authorized due to tax and regulatory implications.
Equal Employment Opportunity Monroe Community College prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, familial status, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence, victim status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law or College policy in admissions, employment, and treatment of students and employees, or in any aspect of the College business.
Notice of Non-Discrimination: https://www.monroecc.edu/diversity/notice-of-non-discrimination/
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Rochester, NY
Posted on:
Mon Oct 20 2025
Job Classification:
Professional Staff
Overview The Assistant Director of Donor Engagement is responsible for planning, supporting, and executing events, and for strengthening donor and alumni engagement in support of Monroe Community College. The successful candidate will facilitate the planning and implementation of the Foundation's signature fundraising events and play a key role in identifying and engaging alumni and community leaders whose participation elevates the visibility and success of these events. This may be a temporary position renewable annually based on budget and performance.
Responsibilities
Plan and execute the Foundation's signature fundraising events, including the Gold Star Gala, Scholarship Open, and Salute to Excellence, with specific fundraising, donor development, and stewardship goals.
Proactively solicit and secure individual and corporate sponsorships in collaboration with the Development team, building strategies that maximize event revenue and strengthen donor partnerships.
Oversee additional events such as the 5K Walk/Run for Scholarships, Optics Clambake, and President's Circle Dinner, providing guidance to team members to ensure successful execution and donor stewardship.
Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Communications on event invitations, scripting, student speaker highlights, and the promotion of events across social media, web and other channels.
Recruit, cultivate, and engage alumni and community leaders to serve on event committees, ensuring their participation adds esteem to the events and drives fundraising success.
Work with the Foundation Board, staff, and committees to identify and solicit individual and corporate underwriting support.
Serve as staff liaison to assigned board committees; support and manage committee meetings, provide direction for staff and volunteers, and generate regular updates and progress reports.
Participate as a full member of the Foundation's advancement team, including professional development activities and staff meetings.
All other duties as assigned.
Participate in the planning and development of annual fundraising goals and objectives; prepare and manage annual budgets for assigned projects.
Prepare and analyze reports of activities and programs; track and monitor pledges, gifts, and special events results.
Develop and recommend policies, procedures, and standards to enhance special events and alumni engagement.
Work with the Development team to create strategies that strengthen donor and alumni relations with the Foundation.
Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
Commits to professional growth, including ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion.
Requirements Required Qualifications
Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Three or more years of experience in a comprehensive development program including stewardship/donor relations, event management, non-profit fundraising or related responsibilities.
Strong organizational skills and ability to create efficient systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Superior computer skills, including high proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; expected to learn and use the database and reporting software program for development (Raiser's Edge).
Detail-oriented, energetic self-starter with a positive and enthusiastic outlook.
Vision to plan ahead, take initiative and set and adhere to deadlines.
Ability to multi-task and work collaboratively with a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work with a diverse audience of alumni and donors.
Preferred Qualifications
Earned master's degree in nonprofit management, development or related field from an accredited institution.
Experience managing vendors and donor relationships.
Experience in budget and volunteer management.
Development experience with increasing responsibilities in an academic setting or with a public entity.
Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish or other languages proficiently.
Additional Information Salary:
$65,000 - $75,000 per year, based on experience, internal equity and college budget.
Working Environment:
The MCC Foundation is located at 321 State Street, Rochester, New York. The position is highly mobile within the Rochester region and requires reliable personal transportation. It functions primarily during normal business hours, with occasional evening and weekend activities. Travel outside the immediate Rochester area is typically confined to attendance at professional conferences and meetings 1-2/year and prospect visits.
Employees may benefit from a Flexible Work Policy which includes flextime/staggered shifts, remote work/telecommuting and compressed work schedule, subject to business and operational needs. Remote work outside New York State is generally not authorized due to tax and regulatory implications.
Equal Employment Opportunity Monroe Community College prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, familial status, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence, victim status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law or College policy in admissions, employment, and treatment of students and employees, or in any aspect of the College business.
Notice of Non-Discrimination: https://www.monroecc.edu/diversity/notice-of-non-discrimination/
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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