Chaffey College
Salary: $14,531.00 Monthly
Job Type: Management-Classified
Job Number: 26-27/00005
Location: 5885 Haven Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Department: Foundation
Closing: 8/5/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Position Description
Situated on the ancestral homeland of the Tongva Peoples, Chaffey College is one of the oldest community colleges in California and serves a variety of communities, workforce partners, and students. While other community colleges are often named after their geographic area, Chaffey College is named after local innovator, George Chaffey, who, among other things, implemented street lights in the city of Ontario. Like its namesake, we are known for an innovative culture, dynamic environment, and future-mindedness. We remain closely tied to our community and are seeking leaders who will join us in our quest to provide responsive and supportive programming to engage and improve the communities we serve. The entire campus community aspires to consistently fulfill the vision that Chaffey College "improves lives through education."
Chaffey College celebrates the diverse communities we serve. As a federally recognized Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Chaffey's student population includes over 64% identifying as Latinx, 13% White, 7% African-American/Black, 6% Asian, multi-racial/other (5%) and smaller percentages of Filipino and Pacific Islanders (2%), Native American (0.40%), or decline to state (2.6%). Furthermore, 40% of our students are first-generation college students, and approximately 62% of students are eligible for some form of financial aid. The current student population identifies as 59% female and 38% male with smaller percentages who either decline to state or identify as non-binary. Approximately 5% of Chaffey's students utilize Disabled Programs and Services for support. To support the diverse needs of these populations and their intersections, the College has developed a variety of robust equity-driven efforts in and out of the classroom including the Center for Culture and Social Justice, Panther Care, Rising Scholars, Success Centers, GPS Centers, and BLOOM training.
Under the direction of the Superintendent/President of Chaffey College and the board of directors of the Chaffey College Foundation, the Executive Director of Foundation and Community/Alumni Partnership provides leadership and manages all aspects of Foundation resource development, including fundraising, alumni activities, community outreach grant development, and external relations. The Executive Director of Foundation and Community/Alumni of the College Foundation serve as operational manager of the Chaffey College Foundation, directs and supervises the Foundation office for the College, and performs related work as required.
Responsibilities
Essential responsibilities and assignments include, but are not limited to, the following:
Achieve fundraising goals set by the Superintendent/President and the Foundation Board of Directors; solicit and obtain major gifts; manage and execute annual and special fund campaigns.
Coordinate programs and processes related to fundraising and grant funding proposals.
Organize and facilitate committees and task forces, relative to Planned Giving, Alumni Association, Public Relations for Chaffey College Foundation and Volunteer Involvement and/or event planning.
Develop and implement scholarship programs that address student needs and support student success.
Lead the areas of District external relations by establishing/maintaining partnerships with alumni, retirees, corporate partners, elected officials, faith-based leaders, civic organizations, and the Chaffeyans within the District's identified communities and spheres of influence.
Direct all aspects of community outreach by developing outreach strategies and implementing action plans that strengthen ties between the District and its external stakeholders for the benefit of students and for District enrollment.
Provide expert consultation to the Superintendent/President and District leadership team on strengthening college community connections and partnerships with the District's local communities.
Develop and execute quarterly planning for alumni, faith-based and retirees' councils to engage and involve these stakeholders; oversee written communications for alumni-community publications, outreach, presentations, etc., as needed.
Develop and maintain strategic plans for Foundation, Alumni and Community Outreach annually.
Manage all Foundation, Alumni and Community Outreach budgets.
Monitor Foundation assets, fiduciary oversight of trust agreements, gift reception and investment policies.
Lead and organize special campus events, including but not limited to, the Athletic Hall of Fame/Alumni of the Year dinner, GradFest and Tailgate with campus partners.
Train and supervise staff.
Establish and maintain relationships with community organizations and representatives, department/division staff.
Prepare proposals, reports, presentation/marketing materials, publications, meeting agendas and schedules.
Attend various meetings and conferences.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Possession of a Master's Degree;
Three years of successful experience identifying, coordinating, and implementing successful fund-raising programs;
Three years of experience researching and writing grant proposals;
Experience developing and conducting presentations;
Experience leading a non-profit organization with Boards of Directors;
Experience with budget management;
Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of community college students and staff. Knowledge of:
Grant funded program operations;
Budget Management;
Principals and practices related to fund-raising and alumni organizations;
Effective marketing and public relations techniques;
Staff development and recognition programs. Ability to:
Raise funds.
Manage multiple projects while displaying positive, high-energy, "can-do" attitude.
Maintain a high degree of initiative.
Establish community networks.
Develop a variety of marketing materials;
Develop and present information to individuals and groups;
Organize and facilitate committees;
Manage multiple projects while simultaneously overseeing multiple staff;
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals and organizations;
Work collaboratively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds;
Establish and meet timelines;
Travel to various locations;
Work varied hours.
MEETING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT ASSURE THE CANDIDATE OF AN INTERVIEW. Applications will be evaluated taking into account the breadth and depth of relevant education, experience, skills, knowledge and abilities.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Possession of a master's degree in marketing, management, or related area;
Evidence of significant administrative experience in the areas of leadership, organization, planning, development, staffing, budget management, evaluation, and supervision related to the specific assignment. Ability to understand and address the needs of others. Demonstrated commitment to the philosophy and value of foundation governance based upon a genuine sharing of responsibility with staff and volunteers.
Additional Information
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Positions in this classification may be required to work varied hours according to need.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
This is a full-time, 12-month position; Level II, Range 32 of the Management Personnel Plan with a monthly salary of $14,531. Effective date of employment will be as soon as a successful candidate is selected and a mutually agreed upon date is determined. Excellent benefits include: health care, dental program, and vision services for employees and eligible dependents; and retirement coverage through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).
Being able and ready to work onsite at a Chaffey facility or location is an essential function of this job. Being able and ready to work in-person with Chaffey students, Chaffey employees, or other members of the Chaffey community/Chaffey partners/Chaffey contractors is an essential function of this job.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Chaffey College recently utilizes online electronic application system. Our application can be accessed at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/chaffey . The application must be completely filled out in detail and clearly show that you meet the qualifications as set forth in the announcement, and you must upload the following documents:
Please do not include any additional documents; only the documents that are indicated below. If you upload documents that are not required, your application may be disqualified. Please do not submit letters of recommendation or documents that contain your photograph.
Cover Letter
Resume
Copy of Transcripts (Transcripts must indicate degree earned/conferred. Photocopies or computer printouts are acceptable. Transcripts of all degrees applicable to meeting the minimum qualifications for this position must be included. Copies of diplomas/degrees are NOT acceptable in lieu of transcripts. International transcripts must be transcribed and evaluated in English by a bona fide evaluation service. Official sealed transcripts will be required upon hire.)
Educational requirements must be met on or before the closing date. Completed application and related materials must be submitted no later than the application deadline indicated at the top of this announcement. Failure to submit all required application materials may result in the applicant not being considered for the position.
The Selection Process
A screening committee will conduct all minimum qualification appraisals as set forth on the announcement and reserves the right to limit the number of interviews granted. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant an interview. Applicants selected for an interview will be notified of the time and place of the interview. Interviews are held on the Chaffey College campus and are conducted by an Interview Committee. Additional interviews may be required. Reasonable accommodations are provided to persons with disabilities. Should an applicant have a need for an accommodation due to a disability, the applicant should contact the Office of Human Resources. Travel costs related to an interview are borne by the applicant.
About the College
The College
Established in 1883, Chaffey College is one of California's first colleges. Nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, Chaffey's Rancho Cucamonga, Fontana and Chino campus locations serve students from throughout the Inland Empire. A fully accredited two-year institution by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Chaffey College offers associate degrees and vocational and transfer programs in a wide variety of subjects. Chaffey College remains committed to its mission of improving the lives of its students, faculty, and staff through education.
District
Serving throughout the diverse Inland Empire, Chaffey College provides services to the cities of Chino, Chino Hills, Fontana, Montclair, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, and Upland, reaching a population of more than 830,000. The District also recruits from some of the area's top high schools, accepting students from four surrounding districts: Chaffey Joint Union High School, Chino Unified School District, Fontana Unified School District, and the Upland Unified School District.
Curricula
Whether the goal is to transfer to a four-year institution or enter the workforce better prepared, Chaffey College provides its students with the opportunity to take a variety of applicable courses and programs.
To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/chaffey/jobs/5419729/executive-director-foundation-and-community-alumni-partnerships
je-f13b8e9732544ad9820716b73a20ef09
