Atlanta Technical College (ATC) is seeking highly qualified applicants for the Institutional Advancement Director position, in the Division of Institutional Advancement.  This position is located at ATC’s Main Campus, which is just South of Downtown Atlanta.

Under general supervision of the Vice President of Institutional Advancement, the Institutional Advancement Director position is responsible for the administration, development and implementation of initiatives regarding the Alumni Association, scholarship programs, as well as assisting in the development of internal and external advancement programs.  This team member will work closely with the Vice President to identify technical college resource development needs by conducting assessments, research, and obtaining recommendations from staff, administrative personnel, and external resource development professionals.

Job duties include, but may not be limited to, the following:

·       Creating development priorities regarding the alumni association, including creating communication and events to engage members and drive enrollment. 

·       Monitoring all scholarship programs, including the generation of donor reports and stewardship of those scholarship donors, to ensure a thriving and sustainable scholarship program at ATC.

·       Maintaining a working relationship with the Board of Trustees and managing the Resource and Development Committee.

·       Coordinating with the Vice President on the development of the Foundation budget, assisting with the oversight of the donor database, developing and/or assisting with the development of advancement policies and procedures.

·       Recommending changes to effectively meet the goals and requirements of the advancement office.

·       Maintaining knowledge of assigned advancement programs and giving updates on programs / initiatives to senior leadership and Board of Trustees.

·        Creating reports, printed materials, brochures and other documents to deliver to  diverse audiences that support programs and initiatives of the advancement office.

·       Assisting in the creation of the foundation's annual report and assisting in the development and execution of all donor acknowledgement, appreciation and recognition initiatives.

·       Developing and submitting grant proposals for private funding, as needed.

·       Attend meetings as required. 

·       Observe and enforce the institution’s policies and procedures. 

·       Perform additional duties, as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

·       Knowledge of basic fundraising principles.

·       Ability to build and maintain strong relationships.

·       Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.

·       Oral and written communication skills.

·       Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.

·       Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess and demonstrate the following:

·       Bachelor’s degree in public relations, marketing, or closely related field from an accredited college or university AND three (3) years full-time work experience in supervising accounting functions. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference may be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, possess and demonstrate the following:

·       Master’s degree or higher in public relations, marketing, or closely related field from an accredited college or university. 

·       Five or more years of full-time work experience in donor relations, donor management and event management.

·       Experience working at a post-secondary institution.

*** May be required to work at other locations and other locations within the community. ***

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BACKGROUND SCREENINGS ARE CONDUCTED PRIOR TO SCREENING.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail.  All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for the next steps in the selection process.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

As set forth in its student catalog, Atlanta Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). For further information regarding these laws (Title VI and IX) contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Atlanta Technical College, Cleveland Dennard Center, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: tpaggett@atlantatech.edu. To request reasonable accommodations upon enrollment (Section 504/ADA), contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Atlanta Technical College, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: tpaggett@atlantatech.edu. Faculty and staff with questions about equity or reasonable accommodation should contact Georgina Dumay, Director, Human Resources, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite 180A, Atlanta Technical College 1560 Metropolitan Pkwy. SW, Atlanta Georgia 30310. gdumay@atlantatech.edu .

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