Executive Director, Foundation

Executive Director, Foundation

Pasadena City College

Salary: $201,670.92 - $224,078.88 Annually

Job Type: Classified Administrator

Job Number: 07559

Location: Pasadena, CA

Department: Foundation

Closing: 12/23/ :59 PM Pacific

Reporting directly to the Superintendent/President, the Executive Director, Pasadena City College Foundation, is responsible for collaborating closely with senior leadership, the Foundation Board, local government entities, elected officials, community leaders, and other internal and external stakeholders.

As a collaborative strategist and creative executive leader, the Executive Director directs the comprehensive planning, development, implementation, and execution of all fundraising and advancement initiatives, including alumni relations, planned giving, annual fund, and capital campaigns. Additionally, the Executive Director provides oversight and leadership to ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations, District policies, California Community College standards, and best practices governing educational auxiliaries and nonprofit organizations.

The Executive Director provides strategic leadership and oversight to the Foundation and its Board, managing day-to-day operations and supervising Foundation staff. This role requires significant experience interacting effectively with elected and appointed boards, senior officials within public agencies, elected officials, community representatives, and political leaders, facilitating high-profile partnerships and strategic alliances. Demonstrated skill in navigating complex governance structures and building consensus among diverse stakeholders, including board members and trustees, is essential.

The incumbent manages complex financial and organizational operations, including budgeting, financial oversight, fiscal accountability, and resource allocation. Additionally, the Executive Director ensures rigorous adherence to governance standards, transparency, legal compliance, and risk management requirements, particularly those pertinent to nonprofit organizations operating in politically nuanced environments.

The Executive Director serves as a primary public representative of the Foundation, proactively engaging diverse constituencies to enhance the visibility, reputation, and strategic impact of both the Foundation and Pasadena City College.

Strategic Leadership and Organizational Management

• Set strategic direction for fundraising and development, ensuring alignment with the institution's mission and goals.
• Oversee daily Foundation operations, supervising staff and managing resources.
• Guide Foundation Board in governance and strategic planning, fostering collaboration.
• Promote a philanthropic culture across faculty, staff, and students.
• Manage financial planning, budgeting, and transparent reporting.
• Use analytics and performance data to inform strategies and assess outcomes.
• Oversee scholarship administration and alignment with institutional priorities.
• Directly manage all aspects of employee lifecycle including recruitment, transfers, suspensions, layoffs, recalls, promotions, terminations, task assignments, performance evaluations, rewards, disciplinary actions, and grievance resolution.

Fundraising, Development, and Donor Relations

• Direct comprehensive fundraising strategy: major gifts, annual giving, planned giving, and campaigns.
• Enhance alumni involvement and long-term engagement.
• Build relationships with business, alumni, and community leaders.
• Develop innovative donor engagement and corporate giving programs.
• Diversify revenue sources and pursue financial growth strategies.
• Identify and secure grants from corporate and community foundations.

Stakeholder Engagement and Public Representation

• Collaborate with senior leaders, the Foundation Board, and external stakeholders.
• Serve as the Foundation's lead spokesperson and public ambassador.
• Represent the College/Foundation at key events to build partnerships.
• Partner with College marketing to ensure cohesive branding and communications.
• Support external communications including newsletters and press releases.

Governance, Compliance, and Risk Management

• Navigate complex governance structures to align stakeholders.
• Ensure legal compliance in financial management, donor relations, and operations.
• Stay current on nonprofit laws and higher education regulations.
• Oversee risk management, legal due diligence, and ethical practices.
• Review contracts and gift agreements for legal and policy alignment.
• Collaborate with legal counsel on IRS, charitable giving, and fiduciary matters.
• Advise on employment law and nonprofit HR policies.

Government Relations and Policy Advocacy

• Build relationships with government officials and agencies.
• Identify public funding opportunities aligned with strategic goals.
• Represent PCC in policy-shaping organizations and legislative advocacy efforts.
• Stay abreast of national fundraising and philanthropic trends.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in management, education, public administration, or related field.
• Five years of senior-level leadership experience in fundraising, advancement, nonprofit leadership, or law.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) credential.
• Terminal degree in nonprofit management, education, law, or public administration.

Knowledge

• Advanced expertise in all facets of fundraising: annual, planned, and capital campaigns.
• Deep understanding of legal compliance, nonprofit law, and risk practices.
• Knowledge of IRS and charitable giving laws affecting nonprofits.
• Understand the economic development role of community colleges.
• Navigate public policy and government advocacy processes.
• Navigate governance structures and build institutional consensus.

Skills

• Proficiency with donor analytics, fundraising software, and CRM systems.
• Skilled in collaborating with senior officials, trustees, and diverse stakeholders.
• Public relations and brand management skills to elevate institutional reputation.
• Compellingly articulate the Foundation's mission, impact, and funding needs.
• Experienced in negotiating donor and institutional agreements.
• Manage financial operations, budgeting, and fiduciary responsibilities.
• Build corporate and community relationships to drive fundraising and influence.

Abilities

• Compellingly articulate the Foundation's mission, impact, and funding needs.
• Navigate governance structures and build institutional consensus.

Core Competencies

• Leadership and Strategy
• Fundraising and Advancement
• Legal, Compliance, and Risk
• Finance and Operations
• Advocacy and Public Engagement

Application and Selection Process

Pasadena City College (PCC) utilizes an online application process. Hard copy, e‑mailed, or faxed resumes are not accepted. Job postings will not be reopened due to failure to submit an application before the closing date.

• If you do not follow the process or your application/resume is incomplete, your information will not be processed.
• If you need to update any submitted information, you will need to reapply in full. Duplicate applications are archived and only the most recent submission is considered.
• The selection advisory committee will review, evaluate, and consider applications and supporting materials received by the deadline. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not assure an interview.
• While the acceptance of the application packet is done through PCC's Applicant Tracking System (ATS), all hiring decisions are made by a hiring committee.
• Once applications are submitted, they are final. Please carefully review your application and documents to ensure they are complete. If you require assistance, refer to the application guide.

All materials listed below may be required for your application packet to be considered complete:

1. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter

After a review of applications received, the District may require additional documents before the interview process.

Additional Information

• Successful applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of background check including Live Scan and TB assessment/screening.
• PCC will not sponsor any visa applications.
• Applicants must be available for interviews at PCC at no cost to the District.
• Applicants with disabilities may request accommodations for the selection process.
• PCC does not discriminate in employment practices.
• Crime awareness and campus security information are available from Campus Police.
• PCC is an equal opportunity employer encouraging applications from underrepresented minorities and the disabled.
• Contacting individual Board members or committee members to influence the decision will result in disqualification.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Pasadena Area Community College District is an equal opportunity employer. The District encourages applications from underrepresented minorities, individuals with disabilities, and all qualified applicants.

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