Development Associate
Job Description
The Office of Institutional Advancement at Paul D. Camp is responsible for raising funds in
support of the college and promoting the college in ways to foster fundraising initiatives. The
Development Associate supports the mission of the college by maintaining and increasing
funding from primarily external donors, such as individuals of high or above average net worth,
and corporations. He/she also leads the annual internal fundraising campaign with the support
of College leadership. The Development Associate works with PDCCC departments, businesses
and other organizations to identify, qualify, cultivate and solicit prospective donors. The
Development Associate (with administrative support within IA) manages the Foundation’s
portfolio of donors, fundraising, scholarships and corporate funding, through identification,
cultivation and solicitation. The Development Associate provides an expertise in public and
private donor funding sources and implements and maintains the donor data collection and
information system, with support of IA administrative support staff. This position will researches
and analyzes funding opportunities, national trends, institutional and community data. This
position also recommends policies and strategies to integrate into fundable proposals. This
position will create new endowed scholarships with additional donor funding. The incumbent
must have a record of achievement in a Development role, preferably in a higher education
institution, specifically a community college setting. A comprehensive knowledge and experience
in all phases of fundraising and donor cultivation and management, including research, financial
and project management skills. Demonstrated ability of critical thinking and problem solving
skills. Demonstrated ability of excellent organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize
multiple work duties, and manage conflicting tasks, while paying attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability of strong interpersonal and group facilitation skills, including the ability to
make oral and written presentations. Demonstrated ability to collect, analyze data and formulate
plans. Demonstrated ability of excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the
skills needed to communicate effectively while establishing donor working relationships with
diverse constituencies. Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as excellent
decision-making and judgment skills. Demonstrated ability to organize, analyze and innovate.
Demonstrated ability to use relevant software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel,
Access, PowerPoint and Abila Fundraising 50.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in English, Business, Finance or related field, coupled with significant work
experience in the following areas; fundraising, donor cultivating, scholarship cultivating, and
donor database management.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in higher education environments and experience with databases.
Special Requirements
If you are having difficulty uploading your transcripts, please contact the Human Resources
Department. The system will only allow you to upload a total file size maximum of 2 MB. Please
scan your unofficial transcripts and upload them as a PDF file.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Application Process: Submit an online application for this position by visiting the following web
site: https://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/. We will only accept applications through this site.
Complete application packages will include: an online application, cover letter, resume, unofficial
copies of college transcripts related to the degree requirement, names of three professional
references with current addresses and telephone numbers. All transcripts from foreign
institutions of higher education must be verified by an evaluation agency. Incomplete application
packages will not be accepted. There is a 5 day minimum posting requirement. Faxed or e-mail
applications will not be accepted. Criminal history and other background checks will be required
of the finalist candidate for the position. Satisfactory reference and background checks are a
condition of employment.
*Please note – Copies of required/preferred certification cards should be uploaded in the
application process.
Paul D. Camp Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does
not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, political
affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or against otherwise qualified persons with
disabilities, or other non-merit factors in its programs and activities.