General Job Summary:

This is a full-time administrative position reporting directly to the College President. Primary responsibilities are to supervise, manage, and direct all activities and personnel associated with fund raising, Alumni Association and College Foundations. Active participation on the President’s Cabinet is required to assist in formulating institution wide policies and procedures.

 % of TIME                                           Essential Duties/Responsibilities  

1. Represent the College in a positive manner to employees, students, visitors, and the general public.

2. Must be enthusiastic and energetic in performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

3. Ability to assume responsibility, deal effectively with problems and exercise good judgment when making decisions.

4. Ability to effectively supervise, manage, and relate to personnel in diverse areas.

5. Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.

6. Demonstrate ability to utilize correct English, grammar, punctuation and math.

7. Ability to read and understand written and oral instructions and communications.

8. Ability to efficiently perform tasks in an environment of frequent interruptions.

Special Demands:

Sedentary to light work. Position involves sitting most of the time; exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally (10-33%). Stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, and pulling occasionally (10-33%). Walking, lifting and grasping frequently (34-66%). Talking, hearing, viewing various types of close visual work and repetitive motion constantly (67-100%). Required to travel utilizing personal vehicle. Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record and provide proof of insurance.

Employment with Iowa Lakes Community College is dependent upon successful passage of a criminal background check.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions, job duties/responsibilities, and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:  

A Bachelor’s Degree in Business with strong public relations or related area is desired. Higher Education experience in fund raising, alumni relations, placement, and/or student services is preferred. Demonstrated ability to effectively relate to diverse personalities in a social and business setting is required. Prior experience with estate planning, trusts, and planned giving desired.

Fringe Benefits: 

Paid medical leave and vacation days. Family health, dental and vision insurance. Employee life and disability insurance.

Specific Areas Of Responsibility:

1. Fund Raising

2. Foundations

3. Alumni Association

4. Institutional Advancement Office Staff

Other Duties:

1. Donations

2. New Scholarships

3. Endowment Fund (Title III)

4. Annual Giving Program

5. Major Gift Campaigns

6. Special Events

Application Process:  
To guarantee that your application will be considered, your completed application packet must be received by August 18, 2008. Position remains open until filled. Print an application packet (below) or call 712.362.0426 to request an application packet from Iowa Lakes Community College, Human Resources Office, 19 South 7^th Street, Estherville, IA 51334.  Email questions or requests to: smadison@iowalakes.edu. 

The following items must be included in your application packet before it will be considered a complete application:

• Employment Application form (included in application packet)

• Applicant Confidential Information form (included in application packet)

• A letter addressing your qualifications for the position

• A resume

• A copy of transcripts, with originals due upon hiring

Only complete application packets will be considered for the position vacancy.

  EEO/AA EMPLOYER  
Review of applications will begin August 18, 2008.

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AA EMPLOYER

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