Foundation Director

(ON-SITE - In-Person Position)

About Coast Community College District

The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes
Coastline Community College
,
Golden West College
, and
Orange Coast College
. The three colleges offer programs in transfer, general education, occupational/technical education, community services, and student support services. Coastline, Golden West, and Orange Coast colleges enroll more than 60,000 students each year in more than 300 degree and certificate programs. Since its founding in 1947, the Coast Community College District has enjoyed a reputation as one of the leading community college districts in the United States. The Coast Community College District values diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and anti-racism by creating a culture of inclusive excellence that uplifts employees and students through an environment that is equitable, diverse, inclusive, and accessible.

Summary

Plans and develops strategies, manages, and advocates for the District with internal and external stakeholders in efforts to enhance community support of the District's foundation efforts. Serves as administrator of the Coast Community College District Foundation.

Distinguishing Career Features

The Director District Foundation is a management position reporting to the Director of Chancellors Office Operations and Government Relations and participates in the development of programs for fundraising, donor cultivation, campaign development and foundation event

planning.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Specific duties may vary among departments, divisions and jobs. Incumbents typically perform a substantial portion or all the following kinds of duties, as assigned:

1. Engages in near-to-long term planning with the Foundation Board, District Chancellor, and the Director of Chancellor's Office Operations and Government Relations. Participates in development of programs, policies, and priorities for the Chancellor and Foundation Board. Facilitates recruitment and conducts onboarding of new Foundation Board members.

2. Directs activities that advance the faculty grant program made possible through the work of the Foundation Board. Provides participatory support of the review and selection of grant applications by Board members.

3. Cultivates contacts and establishes and maintains a system for identifying and contacting current and potential donors and for soliciting support for foundation programs.

4. Develops partnerships with community organizations, philanthropic groups, affiliates, and business organizations. Attends community events as a representative of the foundation and District.

5. Works in coordination with the District's public relations and marketing functions, Board of Trustees, and Chancellor's Office to enhance image and awareness of the foundation.

6. Monitors and negotiates agreements related to the CCCD Enterprise Corporation in keeping with the Foundation's responsibility as a shareholder of the revenue generating venture.

7. Oversees budget development and financial record keeping for the Foundation. Ensures proper accounting controls, consistent with District and Foundation policy.

8. Directs preparation of an annual report for distribution to the Board and public. Prepares copy for other printed materials and media for publication.

9. Ensures proper operational compliance with all internal and external audit processes and requirements, as well as state and federal laws. Works with all foundations within the Coast District to prepare materials for Internal Audit and the Board of Trustees.

10. Facilitates open communications between the District Foundation, Coastline Foundation, Golden West Foundation, and Orange Coast College Foundation. Seeks opportunities for collaboration, including joint fundraising opportunities.

11. Supervises, establishes work plans and objectives, and evaluates performance of staff.

12. Performs other related duties as assigned that support the objective of the position.

13. Required to abide by all District policies and procedures including Board Policy 3050 – Code of Professional Ethics.

Education and Experience

The position requires the equivalent of a Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, public policy, or related field that would enable job performance and 4 years of experience in a similar role with increasing responsibilities. A Master's degree is preferred and may substitute for some experience. Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required equivalent qualifications for the position.

This is an permanent, general funded, full-time, 12-months per year classified position. The normal hours of work will be Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with the flexibility to occasionally work extended hours and/or weekends, if necessary, to meet the department's needs. The effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor. The District provides medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents and life insurance for the employee.
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Posting closes 10/21/2025 11:59 PM PST