Coordinator, Philanthropy, Santa Rosa Junior College (Santa Rosa)

Coordinator, Philanthropy

Organization: Santa Rosa Junior College

Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Executive Director of the Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation, the Coordinator, Philanthropy plays a vital role in fostering relationships between the Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation and the broader community.

Full Job Description

Coordinator, Philanthropy

Santa Rosa Junior College

Salary: $6,847.00 – $8,325.00 Monthly

Job Type: Classified

Job Number: 25-01540

Location: Santa Rosa, CA

Department: Foundation

Closing: Continuous

Description

FIRST APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE: April 1, 2026

Position is open until filled. Completed applications received by the application review deadline will be given priority consideration. It is the candidate’s responsibility to be sure that ALL required materials noted under the application procedures section of this job announcement are submitted.

RECRUITMENT TIMELINE

The following timeline dates are tentative and subject to change, as determined by the Screening and Interviewing Committee.

• First Round of Interviews: Week of April 20, 2026
• Finalist Interviews: Week of May 4, 2026
• Desired Start Date: May 27, 2026
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

• Salary Range: $6,847.00 -$8,325.00 per month (25/26 Classified Salary Schedule); maximum initial placement at mid-range, which is $7,547.00 per month (placement within this range is based on assessment of previous experience as documented in application materials). An additional 2% compensation will be added to the base salary for an earned doctorate degree.
• Fringe Benefits: The District offers a competitive health & benefits package for employees and eligible dependents. Benefits are pro-rated for part-time employees. You can learn more on our https://hr.santarosa.edu/benefits-regular-employees.
• Leave/Holiday Time: Full-time classified unit members earn 8 hours of sick leave and start off accruing hours of vacation for each month worked (accrual rate increases after first year of employment and rates are pro-rated for part-time employees). Employees are also compensated for holidays recognized by the District (18 holidays/year, pro-rated for part-time employees).
• Retirement: Santa Rosa Junior College is a CalSTRS and CalPERS employer. Eligibility will be determined based on the regulations established by both agencies.
  
  

Scope Of Position

Under the general direction of the Executive Director of the Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation, the Coordinator, Philanthropy plays a vital role in fostering relationships between the Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation and the broader community. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing strategies that support giving, engagement, build donor relationships, and support the Foundation’s fundraising initiatives and the Foundation Board of Directors and Board Committees. The Coordinator, Philanthropy will work collaboratively with employees, donors, alumni, and community stakeholders to enhance awareness of the Foundation’s mission and support for Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC).

This is a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, classified position. The tentative work schedule will be Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position is contingent upon funding and Board approval.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Examples of key duties are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature. Incumbents routinely perform approximately 80% of the duties below.

• Creates direct mail and electronic solicitations for funding priorities, case statements, and other fundraising materials. Ensures design and content adheres to brand standards.
• Develops and coordinate the Foundation’s annual giving and crowdfunding initiatives. Supports strategies for online and recurring giving to expand donor participation and retention.
• Develops and manages sponsorship opportunities. Cultivate and steward corporate and community partners to strengthen philanthropic support.
• Supports the SRJC Scholarship Program by securing annual gifts, managing the online system, assisting donors with fundraising systems, and providing updates on scholarship recipient selection.
• Develops, organizes, and facilitates constituent communications, presentations, engagements, stewardship activities, and donor interactions, including the Foundation’s annual report.
• Organizes and implements annual President’s Address to the Community.
• Provides governance and administrative oversight for SRJC Foundation Board of Directors and Foundation Board Committees including development of agendas, minutes, and other materials to comply with Brown Act requirements.
• Creates and manages regular communications and fundraising appeals for SRJC alumni; develops opportunities and events to engage alumni with the College; and plans reunions, affinity programs, and other special alumni events.
• Analyzes giving trends and donor engagement metrics to inform strategies for growth.
• Researches donor prospects, manages portfolios, and provides regular reports to support strategic donor engagement.
• Develops marketing and communication materials to enhance the Foundation’s digital presence including website, social media, e-newsletters, videos, and others.
• May supervise student employees and direct the work of short-term, non-continuing (STNC) employees.
  
  

KNOWLEDGE OF

• Fundraising, philanthropy, community engagement, marketing, communications, and fund development strategies and methods in an institution of higher learning and/or non-profit environment.
• Fundraising database software, data segmenting and analysis.
• Photo/design software application utilization.
• Social media platforms.
• Word-processing, spreadsheet, calendar/scheduling and presentation software programs.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Oral and written communication skills.
  
  

ABILITY TO

• Develop and maintain a strong donor engagement and annual giving program.
• Proven ability to manage events or projects with multiple stakeholders
• Creative writing, accurate editing and production design skills.
• Collaborate productively and cooperatively with individuals and groups both internally and/or externally.
• Strong public presentation and speaking skills.
• Project management skills with ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
• Demonstrate a professional demeanor, excellent communication skills, collaboration, intellectual curiosity and ability to work successfully with diverse populations.
• Plan and organize work and meet schedules and deadlines.
• Exercise sound judgment; demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates/incumbents must meet the minimum qualifications as detailed below, or file for equivalency. Equivalency decisions are made on the basis of a combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities. If requesting consideration on the basis of equivalency, an Equivalency Application is required at the time of interest in a position (equivalency decisions are made by the supervising administrators, in coordination with the department where the vacancy exists, if needed.)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in communications, marketing, nonprofit management, or a related field

Experience

Minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, marketing, or event coordination, or related fields, preferably in an educational or nonprofit setting.

Santa Rosa Junior College Commitment

All classifications require a commitment to the District’s Vision, Mission, Values, Goals and Objectives as articulated in the Strategic Plan.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education advancement, college foundations, or nonprofit development
• Experience with donor database systems and prospect research (e.g., Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM platforms)
• Experience coordinating fundraising campaigns, donor stewardship, or community engagement events
• Experience developing marketing and communication materials, including digital and social media content
• Demonstrated ability to analyze donor data and engagement metrics to support fundraising strategies
  
  

Application Procedures

To be considered for this recruitment, applicants must provide the following:

• A completed Santa Rosa Junior College/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application and responses to Agency-wide Questions.
• Contact information (phone number and email address) for three professional references. One reference must be from a current or previous supervisor.
• A brief cover letter.
• Current resume.
• A written response to the diversity supplemental question.
• Copies of transcripts of all college-level coursework. Transcripts must state that the Degree(s) has been conferred or awarded.
  
  

If transcripts are from an institution outside of the United States, applicant must provide a formal evaluation by a credential evaluation service accredited by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services of their international degree(s) at the time of application. For further details on SRJC requirements on Foreign Degrees, please see https://hr.santarosa.edu/minimum-qualifications-equivalency-and-foreign-degrees.

If you do not possess minimum qualifications as noted under the Minimum Qualifications Section above, you must complete and attach the https://hr.santarosa.edu/sites/hr.santarosa.edu/files/ClassEquivAppfinal.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/ https://get.adobe.com/reader/ and supporting documents, including narrative synopsis, to your employment application.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of background check including Live Scan and Tuberculosis (TB) assessment/screening.
• If selected for the position, official transcripts must be submitted prior to employment.
• Must be willing to work on-site as determined by the department (the Sonoma County Junior College District does not offer ‘remote only’ assignments).
• Candidate(s) selected for the position will need to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination as a condition of employment (at the District’s expense).
• Within 6 months of employment, must complete required District trainings on topics such as Sexual Harassment and Abusive Conduct Prevention, and Title IX.
• A current (within the last 6 months) DMV Driver’s Record report verifying an acceptable driving record and possession of a Class C Driver’s License.
  
  

Additional Information

• Sonoma County Junior College District will not sponsor any visa applications.
• Applicants must be available for interviews at Santa Rosa Junior College at no cost to the District.
• Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made to complete the selection process by contacting the Office of Human Resources directly at (707) 527-4954.
• Clery Report: Crime awareness and security information are available from District Police. (Public Law 101-542). The Clery Report can be found https://police.santarosa.edu/.
• An applicant who attempts to contact individual Board members or members of the screening committee with the intent of influencing the decision of the committee or the Board, will be disqualified. General inquiries regarding the position and/or District employment should be directed to the Human Resources Department.
  
  

About The Sonoma County Junior College District

Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC) is a public single college district located in Sonoma County, California and serves the County of Sonoma and portions of Marin and Mendocino counties.

Please see the following Online Resources to learn more about SRJC:

• https://president.santarosa.edu/
• https://student-services.santarosa.edu/
• https://accreditation.santarosa.edu/
• https://fact-book.santarosa.edu/public
• https://strategic-planning.santarosa.edu/district-mission-vision-and-values
• https://strategic-planning.santarosa.edu/
  
  

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Additional Details

Salary: $6,847.00 – $8,325.00 Monthly

Job Type: Full Time

Job Category: Development / Fundraising

General Location: Sonoma

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