Position Announcement and Leadership Statement

Mitchell Community College | Statesville, NC

Vice President for Advancement

Job Summary:

The Vice President for Advancement is responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive institutional advancement program. Reporting directly to the President, this person shall focus on programs which will ultimately increase funds raised by the College. This position is responsible for overseeing public and community relations, grants management, marketing, public information, major gifts and gift planning, the endowment, capital campaigns, alumni and constituent relation efforts, resource allocation, evaluation of services and staff, special projects, and other duties assigned by the President.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

  • Advance the mission, vision and goals of the College.
  • Create and execute an ongoing fund raising plan that utilizes best practices for fundraising and development activities that include, but are not limited to, annual and planned giving, stewardship of donors and prospects; alumni recognition; an annual calendar of activities and events; and donor research and prospect development.
  • Coordinate grant writing and administration.
  • Oversee management of the donor data base maintained in Raiser’s Edge.
  • Identify opportunities and needs for specialized funding.
  • Serve as a member of the Mitchell Community College President’s Council.
  • Maintain a dynamic portfolio of high net worth individuals and work to secure major, capital and planned gifts, as well as advanced annual gifts and endowment support.
  • Manage budgets for alumni, development, marketing and public relations.
  • Participate in strategic discussions and develop programs to strengthen the financial resources of the College.

Related Responsibilities:

  • Lead the College in the development of a Foundation andserve as the College liaison for the Mitchell Community College Endowment for Excellence.
  • Work collaboratively with the Business and Finance Offices with reporting and recording fundraising activities.
  • Guide direct reports toward accountable, goal-oriented outcomes.
  • Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • A bachelor’s degree is required; master’s degree is preferred.
  • A minimum of five years of experience as a senior-level advancement professional is required.
  • Advancement experience in higher education is preferred.
  • A demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies and a successful track record with fundraising is required.
  • Experience with Raiser’s Edge donor management software or similar products.
  • An understanding of and commitment to the mission of the community college and the diversity of the community college student population.
  • A demonstrated competency in oral, written and interpersonal communication skills and above average computer skills.
  • The applicant must be able to demonstrate maturity and sound judgment, tact and discretion, professional demeanor and behavior at all times.
  • A strong work ethic, competitive nature, personal integrity, emotional intelligence and the ability to follow directions, College procedures and policies as well ability to operate in a team environment.
  • The successful candidate must possess strategic thinking and planning skills.

Procedure for Candidacy:

Mitchell Community College has retained Capital Development Services to assist with professional recruitment. Nominations, expressions of interest, and applications can be submitted via email to or candidates can apply online here.

Candidates should include a cover letter, a resume, and a list of three references. All material will be confidential. Additional inquiries may be directed to Capital Development Services, 336-747-0133 x 208.