Interim Foundation Marketing and Communications Manager

San Mateo County Community College DistrictInterim Foundation Marketing and Communications Manager

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All applicants are required to submit:A completed online District application form (go to

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to complete the application and to apply for this position).A resume that details all relevant education, training, and other work experience.A cover letter of no more than 3 pages that addresses the applicant’s cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff as well as the applicant’s qualifications as they relate to the requirements, knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in this announcement.Candidates for interview will be selected from among those who most closely meet the requirements and knowledge, skills, and abilities. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. As part of the interview process, candidates may be asked to demonstrate job-related knowledge and skills.Position Information

Posting Number: 20141874SPosition Title: Interim Foundation Marketing and Communications ManagerLocation: District OfficeDepartment: SMCCCD Foundation DIST (DEPT)Position Number: 1C0467Percentage of Full Time: 100%FLSA: Exempt (does not accrue overtime)Months per Year: Through June 30, 2025 or until the appointment of a permanent Foundation Marketing and Communications Manager.Min Salary: $113,988 (annual)Max Salary: $144,420 (annual)Position Type: Administrative/Supervisory PositionsThe Position

San Mateo County Community Colleges Foundation (SMCCCF) is looking for an experienced, motivated, and results-oriented Marketing and Communications Manager to support and further enhance fundraising and overall visibility among current and prospective donors. The Marketing and Communications Manager will play a meaningful role as the Foundation embarks on a comprehensive campaign to increase our average scholarship award amount for our students most in need of financial support to help them stay in college and accomplish their academic goals.The Marketing and Communications Manager supports the mission of SMCCCF and is responsible for advancing and managing the organization’s image through the areas of marketing, public relations, media relations, and development.Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for the development and implementation of the organization’s annual communications and marketing planCollaborate with SMCCCF development team to conceive and implement effective campaigns to support successful alumni engagement, annual giving, planned giving, major gift activities, and other development activities and goalsWork with staff to market SMCCCF’s programs to potential donors. Develop targeted strategies for solicitation and marketing materials. Track and monitor progress and evaluate performance of all marketing activities and outcomesExpand awareness of organization throughout San Mateo County service area for the purpose of cultivating prospective donorsPursue an integrated marketing approach by working closely with SMCCCD’s three colleges (Skyline College, Cañada College, and College of San Mateo) communications staff members including collaborating with social media managers across the campuses to coordinate and enhance social media content, build a consistent voice and grow audience reach and engagementCreate and execute monthly social media plan. Develop and manage social media platforms and create content strategy for the organization on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and other social media that could include custom social networks, crowd-sourcing, and blogsDevelop ideas and opportunities for feature articles, interviews, presentations, and other activities that promote awareness of SMCCCF and its purpose and missionDevelop, manage, and produce all organizational communication materials, including newsletters, e-communications, annual reports, brochures, press releases, and program flyersDevelop and update organization’s messaging for press releases, elevator pitches for board members, and campaign case statementsResponsible for regularly and independently enhancing, building, and maintaining website content to serve needs of multiple constituencies, including donors, prospective donors, program participants, community partners, and students.Remain informed about SMCCCF’s market position in relation to competitor institutions, spotting trends and developmentsPlan, direct and coordinate periodic surveys that gauge SMCCCF reputation among prospective donors, alumni, parents, employers, business, government, civic, and foundation leaders and other important external constituenciesWork with Foundation development staff, generate relevant stewardship activities that will increase donor and stakeholder engagement. Track and measure the level of engagement across all channels, including click rate of website visits, e-mail click-through, social media sharing, and moreCollaborate with Foundation team to develop an integrated donor stewardship plan and process for marketing strategy and execution, including ROI goals and measurement.Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, journalism, communications, or a closely related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience3+ years of demonstrated experience in an organizational communication setting, with hands-on experience in communications strategy and marketing, preferably in the nonprofit settingSuccessful work experience of increasing responsibility that has included public relations, project planning, implementation, and evaluation; and directing the work of othersDemonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staffProven ability to interpret and translate business strategies into creative marketing campaigns that will create funding opportunitiesKnowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of effective strategies, techniques and procedures used in marketing and communicationsKnowledge of available media, community, vendor, contractor and business resources for use in developing, preparing, distributing, and evaluating cost-effectiveness and results of communications activitiesKnowledge of collegiate demographics and applicable policies and procedures related to marketingKnowledge of software functionality as well as graphic design skills to create successful marketing materials and successful web pages a plusSuperior verbal and written communication skills. Superior writing, proofreading, and copy-editing skillsPhysical Requirements

This classification requires small and large group in-person contact, persuasive communication, flexibility, tact, patience, attention to details, strategic thinking, visual comparison, data analysis, manual dexterity, and accurate work under deadline and other pressures; attention to detail, flexibility, adaptability, pushing and pulling, visual acuity, oral communication, tact and sensitivity in order to perform the essential functions.Conditions of Employment

Prior to employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete the following:Submit official transcripts (applies to all faculty or educational administrative positions)Submit verifications of prior employmentSatisfactory referencesSuccessfully being cleared for employment through the background checking processPresent original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United StatesEEO Statement

The San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to employ individuals who represent the rich diversity of cultures, language groups, and abilities of its surrounding communities.

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