Executive Director of Philanthropy

Salary: $134,784.00 - $139,784.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 194601
Agency: Midlands Technical College
Opening Date: 10/27/2026
Closing Date: 11/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: UE05
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pmFriday: 8:00 am - 1 :30 pm
Pay Grade: Unclassified
Hiring Range - Min.: $134,784.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $139,784.00

Job Responsibilities
The Executive Director of Philanthropy serves as a senior frontline fundraiser for Midlands Technical College, reporting directly to the Associate Vice President of Philanthropy. This position plays a key role in advancing the College's philanthropic priorities by developing and implementing strategic fundraising plans that support assigned schools of study and institutional initiatives.

Under the direction of the Associate Vice President of Philanthropy, the Executive Director of Philanthropy leads efforts to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward philanthropic gifts from individuals, corporations, private foundations, and community partners. Through strategic relationship-building and donor engagement, this position works to strengthen philanthropic partnerships and secure resources that support the College's mission, priorities, and long-term success.

The Executive Director of Philanthropy collaborates with College leadership, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders to identify funding opportunities, communicate institutional needs, and build meaningful relationships with prospective and current donors. This role is instrumental in fostering a culture of philanthropy and expanding support for student success, academic excellence, and institutional advancement at Midlands Technical College.
This position will be located on Midlands Technical College Harbison Campus

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A Masters Degree and and five years of responsibility in a leadership role within the fundraising/philanthropy profession.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of fundraising methods and gift planning.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Do you have a master's degree and five (5) years of responsibility in a leadership role within the fundraising/philanthropy profession?

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Describe your experience identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and securing major philanthropic gifts. Please provide a specific example of a successful major gift solicitation, including your role in the process, the strategies you employed, and the outcome.
03

One of the priorities of this position is expanding the MTC Foundation's donor base. What strategies would you use to identify and engage new individual, corporate, and foundation prospects who have not previously supported Midlands Technical College?
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This position will work closely with College leadership and academic programs to identify funding priorities. Describe how you would develop and implement a fundraising strategy to secure philanthropic support for a specific academic program or institutional initiative. How would you measure success?
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Describe your experience managing a portfolio of prospective and current donors while working toward established fundraising goals. How do you prioritize donor relationships, manage solicitation activities, and hold yourself accountable for achieving measurable fundraising results?
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Required documents: CV/resume and cover letter. I understand that if I did not attach my resume to my application, my application is considered incomplete.

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If selected for this position, will you be able to provide your official transcript(s) within 20 days of your hire date?

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Have you been employed at Midlands Technical College? If yes, when?
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Please provide the names of any relatives that are employed by Midlands Technical College.
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How did you hear about this position?
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Supplemental Questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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