Salary: $14,531.00 Monthly
Location : 5885 Haven Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Job Type: Management-Classified
Job Number: 26-27/00005
Department: Foundation
Opening Date: 07/22/2026
Closing Date: 8/5/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Position Description
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 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.