President of the TSTC Foundation (Hybrid)

Are you someone who strives for excellence, values accountability, provides the best service, all while reflecting unwavering integrity? Our talented team members across the state follow the behaviors, beliefs and outcomes of these core values to ensure that our vision is met. If you're ready to join the TSTC family and make great memories please complete our application process.

Essential Functions

• Employee will demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students and members of the community.

• Development and execution of strategy and the effective administration and oversight of all operations, endowment and investment management, and external affairs to achieve long-term goals set in collaboration with the college. Manages and supervises operations statewide for the office of Institutional Advancements which includes Foundation staff.

• Plans, coordinates, and develops, and routinely reevaluates a strategic plan to build an engaged and active alumni base statewide.

• Establish and monitor the budget for Institutional Advancement statewide

• Understands the broader strategic value of The Foundation in fostering and executing on strategic business ventures between Foundation and the college; leverages 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. Develop and implement annual goals and objectives including in accordance with TSTC Foundation operating plan.

• Serves as liaison between TSTC leadership and Foundation board of directors and develops trusted relationships that further the strategic mission of the college. Serve as lead liaison to the local campus administration and faculty to increase giving.

• Cultivate and coordinate local volunteer networks in nurturing high-level relationships across the constituent base that furthers fundraising processes.

• Inspirational leadership to staff, demonstrates visionary leadership internally and externally and cultivates strategic cross-collaborative relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally. Proactively provides board training and development, in executing the goals of the Foundation as set forth in the strategic plan, and in carrying out its mission.

• Key functional areas include: governance, board cultivation, board administration, financial management, legal, marketing/PR/communications, strategic planning/vision development/partnerships, management and administration

• Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Leadership: Ability to provide strategic direction, inspire a team, and foster a culture of excellence in Foundation operations.
• Fundraising Expertise: Demonstrated success in managing sizable gifts portfolios, cultivating donor relationships, and executing fundraising campaigns.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement long-term strategic plans to advance the mission and goals of the TSTC Foundation.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders, including high-level presentations and public speaking.
• Financial Acumen: Sound understanding of financial management principles, budgeting, and resource allocation within a non-profit context.
• Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills to develop and nurture relationships with high-level donors, Foundation board members, and other key stakeholders.
• Non-profit Management: Proficiency in non-profit management, including governance, legal compliance, and marketing

Education/Experience/Knowledge/Skills

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required. Master's preferred.

• Five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in a management position in non-profit management along with the fluency and understanding of philanthropy, sound business and financial acumen.

• The successful candidate will have a proven track record of C-level and sizable gifts portfolio management.

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills and ability to engage in high- level presentations, public speaking, etc.

• Preferred experience in governance, board cultivation, board administration, financial management, legal, marketing/PR/communications, strategic planning/vision development/partnerships, management, and administration

• Strong interpersonal skills for developing relationships with high-level donors and gift prospects.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at TSTC.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.