Interim Vice President of Institutional Advancement Job Listing at Bellevue College in Bellevue, WA (Job ID 14287)

Description

Position Summary  

The Vice President of Institutional Advancement (VPIA) is Bellevue College's primary strategic liaison to the community. Reporting to the President, the position is responsible for the College's fundraising, marketing, communications, website content, and radio station. As a member of the President's Cabinet, the VPIA plays an integral role in strategic and operational administration. The VPIA advises the President, Board of Trustees, and other senior leaders on all development, marketing, and communications matters. The VPIA serves as senior spokesperson for the College and coordinates crisis communications.

Responsibilities include providing oversight and guidance to the BC Foundation and its fundraising, special events, and alumni programs. The VPIA provides oversight and guidance to the marketing and communications unit, which includes marketing, communications, public and media relations, social media, and creative design services. The VPIA also provides oversight and guidance to the college's radio station and acts as an advocate for the station's editorial independence and free speech protections. The VPIA provides oversight and guidance to web governance and management of web content. The VPIA provides leadership for and supervision of full-time, permanent, and temporary staff. Functioning as the lead external relations officer for the College, this executive may be responsible for a personal portfolio.

The VPIA works collaboratively with leadership across the institution to ensure alignment with and creative approaches to key academic and college priorities, initiatives, and opportunities.

This is an interim position and expected to end on 06/30/2025.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule  

Position Salary Range: $143,514/year - $215,271/year

The salary information shown above is a general guideline only. The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Typically, new hire starts no higher than $180,000/year based on Bellevue College Exempt salary schedule.

We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Generous benefits package is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, which means that you are not eligible for overtime pay. 

About The College  

Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our mission and goals, diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.

For more information, visit BC Facts at a Glance @ Bellevue College.

About the Department  

The Institutional Advancement (IA) Division of Bellevue College works across the full academic enterprise to solidify a multi-faceted culture of brand awareness, philanthropy, and internal and external engagement. IA supports the College's mission by increasing awareness of, advocacy for, engagement in, and giving to Bellevue College. As part of the IA division, the Marketing & Communications department is responsible for stewarding the BC brand and driving the college's marketing strategy to increase awareness, support enrollment, and drive community engagement.

Essential Functions  

Leadership and Strategic Management

• Leads the Office of Institutional Advancement and strengthens relationships with external and internal constituencies.
• Provides strategic counsel and leadership to the Board of Trustees at the direction of the BC President.  

Operations Leadership        

• Provides oversight and guidance to department leadership in the BC Foundation, Marketing & Communications, Web content and governance, and KBCS (the College¿s community public radio station).
• Develops and executes a comprehensive strategic plan for the division of Institutional Advancement that complements the needs of the College.
• In coordination with the Executive Director of the Foundation, develops and executes a yearly operational plan to meet financial goals of the College¿s strategic plan that includes private sector giving, an assessment of return on investment, limitation of risk to the College, and strategies to fund the plan.
• Provides oversight to the development and implementation of a comprehensive strategy to market the College and enhance its image and relationships with various external and internal audiences within the community, helping meet enrollment targets and encouraging broad-based support throughout the region.
• Provides oversight to the development and execution of ongoing college communication efforts to create and sustain a positive public image for the College.
• Serves as the senior spokesperson for the College. Co-leads crisis communications in coordination with Public Safety and Administrative Services.
• Provides oversight of KBCS to ensure adequate funding and collaboration with Academic and Student Affairs. Ensures that financial reporting and operational plans are in compliance with federal agencies and regulatory concerns (e.g., FCC, CPB, etc.).  
• Ensures that all Institutional Advancement activities operate within budget, institutional regulatory policy, professional standards, and ethical practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications  

• A Bachelor's degree. Relevant experience in philanthropy, communications, marketing, public administration, educational leadership, or a related field may be substituted for the education requirement.
• Demonstrated expertise in institutional advancement combined with the ability to build strong teams and foster engagement.
• Experience in complex special events and institution-wide celebrations, philanthropy, stewardship, prospect research and communication, customized programs, and related business activities.
• Demonstrated leadership/management skills including supervision, budgeting, policy development, financial management, strategic planning, and coordination skills essential for creating a dynamic institutional advancement team.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to advancing the mission, goals, and objectives of an institution.
• Demonstrated ability to increase the breadth and scope of donor and/or constituency bases.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in marketing and communications, including crisis communication.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strong relationships with a broad range of diverse groups such as students, faculty, private sector organizations, business and industries, governmental officials as well as a sensitivity and commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Preferred Qualifications  

• Demonstrate expertise in all forms of media relations, including an understating of institutional branding, digital media and platforms, social media, and the impact of technology on fundraising and alumni activities.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office suite products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook.

Conditions of Employment  

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.

Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. 

Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:

Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law.

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Reference Check:

Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties. 

Other Information  

• This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.
• This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.

How To Apply  

Applications received by 10/09/2024 will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. 

All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional documents will not be reviewed.) Please review Application Tips before applying. Current Bellevue College employees should apply the position through Employee Self Service.

Required application materials:   

• Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.)
• Attach a Resume
• Attach a Diversity Statement (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.) that addresses the following: Describe and provide specific examples of how your educational and/or professional experiences, background or philosophy demonstrate your commitment to diversity and equity, and how these prepare you to contribute to Bellevue College
• Complete Job Questionnaires if applicable

Contact: 

If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at 425-564-2274 or email to jobs@bellevuecollege.edu. 

EEO Statement  

Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at www.bellevuecollege.edu/policies/. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126. 

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact hraccommodations@bellevuecollege.edu .

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