Director of Development
Tarrant County College District
Posting Details
General Supervision and Management Responsible for personnel management, evaluation, and development of direct reports
Service Excellence Participates on behalf of the College in external community organizations and associations as assigned to support the essential performance requirements Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC) Supports the mission, values, and goals and principles of the College
SupervisionWorks under the general supervision of the Executive Director of the Foundation
*Performs Other Related Tasks as Required
The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Required Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree Four (4) years’ working experience related to the Essential Performance Requirements Three (3) years’ experience supervising (e.g., managing, evaluating the performance of others) Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving history and reliable transportation Preferred Qualifications At least one (1) year’s wokring experience fundraising with a higher education institution At least one (1) year’s working experience working with corporate and foundation prospects At least one (1) year’s working experience working with the Raiser’s Edge fundraising database software Current Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) certification Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of fundraising with a higher education institution Skilled in project planning, management, and monitoring Skilled in excellent customer service and interpersonal relationships, including strong listening, verbal, and written communication Skilled in budget planning, operations, and forecasting Skilled in using applications and enterprise systems, including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software Ability to think critically to effectively solve and communicate problems in a fast-paced environment where the demands for work are varied, and unpredictable in scope and volume Ability to analyze data and provide sound recommendations based on policy, procedure, practice, and existing regulations Ability to foster a collaborative work environment and setting Ability to delegate work appropriately to employees to meet College and campus deliverables Physical Demands and Work Environment Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Accommodations Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Special Instructions Summary Posted 05/05/2025 Posting Contact Summary
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Position Information Job Title Director of Development Posting Number F006557 Position Status Full Time Grant Funded No Category APT Class Code 12 Starting Pay $84,321 Special Note Commensurate with education and experience. Location District Department DT Research Development & College Foundation Job Summary Reporting to the Executive Director of the Foundation, the Director of Development will lead, manage, develop and implement fundraising activities leading to successful closure of major gifts to support the mission of the Tarrant County College Foundation. The primary focus of this position is cultivating donors and prospects (individuals, corporations, foundations, alumni, etc.) with significant giving capacity to accomplish their philanthropic goals in the form of annual, major, and planned gifts. This strategic work involves extensive collaboration and active partnerships with university leadership, volunteers, and senior administrators to ensure existing and emerging constituents are best positioned with TCC to provide maximum levels of philanthropic support for college priorities. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Essential Performance Requirements* Cultivates major gift prospects, investing the necessary time and energy to build relationships designed to understand the donor/prospect goals with the expressed purpose of alignment with the foundation mission and objectives Manages a portfolio of approximately 75-100 qualified relationships and apply a moves management approach (identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship) to the portfolio, with a custom cultivation strategy for each donor Leads the development of written proposals and other materials to deepen prospect engagement Works behind the scenes through high-level volunteers, both external and internal to the College, making sure to coordinate activities and communications, and accompany leaders on calls where appropriate Collaborates with campus leadership and select faculty/staff to develop and fundraise for priority fundraising initiatives Collaborates with other TCC Foundation staff on development-related communications and special events Tracks prospects and donor contacts in portfolio using organization tools and tracking methods via Raiser’s Edge, ensuring that all donor information entry, storage and special requests recorded and accomplished Promotes a culture of high performance (results), integrity, and continuous improvement that values learning, collaboration, and a commitment to quality work among the development team Travels frequently around the DFW metroplexGeneral Supervision and Management Responsible for personnel management, evaluation, and development of direct reports
Service Excellence Participates on behalf of the College in external community organizations and associations as assigned to support the essential performance requirements Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC) Supports the mission, values, and goals and principles of the College
SupervisionWorks under the general supervision of the Executive Director of the Foundation
*Performs Other Related Tasks as Required
The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Required Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree Four (4) years’ working experience related to the Essential Performance Requirements Three (3) years’ experience supervising (e.g., managing, evaluating the performance of others) Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving history and reliable transportation Preferred Qualifications At least one (1) year’s wokring experience fundraising with a higher education institution At least one (1) year’s working experience working with corporate and foundation prospects At least one (1) year’s working experience working with the Raiser’s Edge fundraising database software Current Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) certification Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of fundraising with a higher education institution Skilled in project planning, management, and monitoring Skilled in excellent customer service and interpersonal relationships, including strong listening, verbal, and written communication Skilled in budget planning, operations, and forecasting Skilled in using applications and enterprise systems, including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software Ability to think critically to effectively solve and communicate problems in a fast-paced environment where the demands for work are varied, and unpredictable in scope and volume Ability to analyze data and provide sound recommendations based on policy, procedure, practice, and existing regulations Ability to foster a collaborative work environment and setting Ability to delegate work appropriately to employees to meet College and campus deliverables Physical Demands and Work Environment Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Accommodations Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Special Instructions Summary Posted 05/05/2025 Posting Contact Summary
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Contact Laure ONeal * laure.oneal1@tccd.edu Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume / Curriculum Vitae Unofficial Transcripts Optional Documents Cover Letter Certification / License Military/Foster Care Preference Documentation Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Please select the highest level of education you have completed. High School Diploma / GED 60 or more College Credit Hours Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate Degree None of the above * Please list any certification or licensure you have that is directly related to this position.(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and an acceptable driving record? Yes No * How many years of working experience do you have related to the Essential Performance Requirements? None Less than 1 year of experience 1 year of experience 2 years of experience 3 years of experience 4 years of experience 5 or more years of experience * Please describe your experience (responses are used to determine eligibility).(Open Ended Question)
* How many years of experience do you have supervising employees (e.g., managing and evaluating the performance of others)? None Less than 1 year of experience 1 year of experience 2 years of experience 3 years of experience 4 years of experience 5 or more years of experience * Please describe your supervisory experience (responses are used to determine eligibility).(Open Ended Question)
* How would you rate your level of experience using word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)? Advanced Intermediate Beginner None * How would you rate your experience with web-based software? Advanced Intermediate Beginner None * How long have you been in your current role with TCC? Less than 6 months More than 6 months I am not a current TCC employee I am a current TCC student employee
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