Executive Assistant
State of South Carolina
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Executive Director, SCC Foundation
State of South Carolina
Spartanburg Community College
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$79,600 - $130,000
per year
Type
Full-Time
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March 3, 2026
Job Description
Summary
The Executive Director of the SCC Foundation leads fundraising efforts for Spartanburg Community College, focusing on securing large donations from individuals, businesses, and grants to support the college's goals.
This role involves managing staff, building donor relationships, overseeing budgets, and working closely with the foundation's board to drive strategic growth.
Ideal candidates are experienced leaders in nonprofit fundraising with strong skills in relationship-building and financial management.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in business, public administration, public policy, law, or related field preferred
- Minimum of eight years of professional managerial experience in fundraising, foundation affairs, or nonprofit management
- Proven track record in major gift fundraising and donor relations
- Experience leading teams of professional staff and overseeing operations
- Demonstrated ability to build internal and external partnerships
- Skills in budget management, financial controls, audits, and compliance
- Experience serving as a liaison to boards and representing organizations publicly
Full Job Description
Executes the foundation’s mission, vision, and strategic plan. Leads and shapes the strategic direction for SCC’s principal giving program by identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding new and existing relationships with individuals and corporations capable of making significant gifts in alignment with the college’s strategic priorities. Translates board policies and strategic objectives into operational plans and measurable outcomes.
Leads or supports fundraising strategy, including major gifts, grants, sponsorships, and donor cultivation. Builds and maintains relationships with donors, funders, and philanthropic partners. Ensures accurate donor reporting and impact communication. Oversees development staff or external fundraising consultants. Coordinates donor visits, develops strategies, and works collaboratively with staff and volunteers to maximize fundraising success.
Develops and manages the foundation’s annual budget. Oversees financial controls, reporting, and audits. Ensures responsible stewardship of assets, endowments, and grant funds. Monitors cash flow, investments (as applicable), and compliance with donor restrictions.
Serves as staff liaison to the SCC Foundation board, works to ensure that board members understand and embrace the College’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities to fulfill their critical role in resource development and committee participation. Partners with the Foundation executive committee to develop board member cultivation and onboarding through orientation. Ensures board compliance with bylaws, policies, and fiduciary responsibilities.
Oversees all aspects of the Foundation Department and staff, fosters a culture of execution, teamwork, communication, and professionalism that delivers on fundraising and strategic plan goals. Oversees day-to-day operations, systems, and administrative functions. Ensures effective use of technology, data, and reporting tools. Establishes policies and procedures to support efficient operations. Provides leadership to staff; establishes performance expectations and accountability.
Requirements
Qualifications
Additional Information
Spartanburg Community College is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
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