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Position Information

Position Title Assistant Director of NCCC Foundation

Position Category Full Time Staff

Position Status 12 Month

FLSA Exempt

Advertised Salary $56,754 - $65,267

Department NCCC Foundation Support

Working Hours Monday - Friday (Evening and weekend hours may be required)

General Description

Are you passionate about building meaningful relationships and driving impact through fundraising? Do you thrive in creating connections that strengthen alumni and donor engagement? SUNY Niagara is seeking an energetic and innovative Assistant Director of the NCCC Foundation to help advance the mission of the College and inspire philanthropy that transforms lives. This is a grant- funded position, reporting to the Director of Development of the NCCC Foundation, Inc.

As the Assistant Director, you will play a vital role in supporting the Foundation’s fundraising and engagement efforts through program management, alumni relations, communications and event coordination. Working closely with the Director of Development, you’ll help design and execute campaigns, events and stewarship activities that strenghen donor relations, cultivate alumni pride, and elevate the College’s visibility in the community.

To be successful in this role the candidate must have strong written and oral communication skills including demonstrated public speaking ability, and excellent organizational and time-management skills. The succesful candidate should also have a commitment to serving the college community.

SUNY Niagara provides phenomenal benefits to our employees. Please visit https://www.niagaracc.suny.edu/hr/benefits to view our benefits offerings. SUNY Niagara’s exceptional work environment fosters growth and personal fulfillment. As an employee, you can expect:

Work-Life Balance: When employees can balance their work and personal lives, they are happier, more productive, and better positioned to support our students. At SUNY Niagara, generous paid time off, holiday, and leave policies make this possible. Our college closes for winter break from late December through early January and a week in mid-March for spring recess. In the summer, employees observe a four-day workweek, allowing them to enjoy all that Western New York offers.

Professional Growth: SUNY Niagara cares about employees’ professional advancement and development. You will have access to ongoing training, programs, and workshops. We support career growth and encourage employees to pursue further education.

Welcoming Culture: SUNY Niagara values the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and social justice as they create a sense of belonging for our students and employees. We foster a collaborative culture that respects and appreciates different perspectives, ideas, and backgrounds which contribute to the richness of our institution. We believe that our diverse, inclusive community enriches the experiences of students and employees alike.

Meaningful Work: At SUNY Niagara, your work will directly impact the lives of our students and the region we serve. Our college is for all who are passionate about teaching and focused on supporting students. Our small class sizes facilitate engagement. You will shape students’ futures, prepare them for successful careers, and empower them to contribute to society. Your dedication and expertise will propel students to achieve their educational goals.

Become part of an institution that values employees, positively impacts students’ lives, and invests in its community.

Typical Work Activities

1. Coordinate alumni and donor engagement activities, including the annual campaign, Alumni Committee initiatives, and faculty/staff giving programs.

2. Draft solicitation pieces, donor thank-you letters, and annual appeal communications to support fundraising efforts.

3. Manage Foundation communications, including newsletters, solicitation materials, web content, social media, and assigned sections of the Annual Report.

4. Plan and execute Foundation and alumni events, including signature fundraising events such as the Scholarship Soirée and annual Golf Scramble.

5. Maintain and update the donor and alumni database (Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge), ensuring accurate records and entries.

6. Oversee scholarship committee processes, including Distinguished Student Scholarships, donor reports, and use of Blackbaud Award Management software.

7. Conduct prospect research to identify potential corporate, foundation, and individual donors.

8. Provide staff support for Foundation Board and Alumni Committee initiatives.

9. Represent the Foundation on campus committees and in the community as assigned.

10. Collaborate with the Director of Development and AVP of Institutional Advancement on campaign strategies and stewardship programs.

11. Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and goals of the Foundation.

Essential Functions

Must be able to effectively present to groups and build relationships with a diverse range of senior college officials, alumni, community members, and corporate leaders. Strong skills in preparing and delivering presentations, as well as developing written, print, and digital communications. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge database management. Ability to travel locally and work evenings and weekends as required.

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s Degree;

+ Three years paid experience with a nonprofit organization,

+ Hands-on experience in fund raising with a proven track record of success,

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint),

+ Strong written and oral communications skills including demonstrated public speaking ability,

+ Excellent organizational and time management skills

+ Commitment to serving the college community.

+ Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s License

Desirable Qualifications

+ Master’s Degree;

+ Experience working in higher education,

+ Proficiency with Blackbaud Raisers Edge,

+ Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse groups and build strong relationships across a wide range of internal and external constituencies,

+ Experience with fundraising and foundation/development.

License(s)/Certifications

About SUNY Niagara

SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff.

SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State!

SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

SUNY Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn, campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county’s three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world-class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state-of-the-art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on-campus housing. We continue to invest in our facilities with the addition of the Learning Commons Center, which has become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state-of-the-art technology and innovative student support services. We also modernized our campus dining commons, providing quality meal options in a sleek, comfortable, collaborative environment.

The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute (http://www.nfculinary.org/) ( NFCI ) is located in the heart of one of the world’s biggest tourist destinations, Niagara Falls. Fully outfitted with modern labs and tools for students to use as they train in both classic and trendy techniques, NFCI is home to Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Hospitality programs. The college also operates Savor, a fine dining restaurant, and La Patisserie, a European-style pastry café, at NFCI .

Our college nurtures and empowers its students and employees in ways that recognize and value our common humanity as well as the richness of our diversity. SUNY Niagara welcomes applicants who want to join a leading regional institution that provides a dynamic, educational environment, responds to students’ current and emerging needs, and strengthens its community. At SUNY Niagara we embrace diversity and promote inclusion throughout the institution by recognizing, accepting, and celebrating differences within our campus and surrounding communities. Therefore, we desire and pursue candidates who share those principles and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

EEO Statement

SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S358P

Open Date 10/01/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

For full consideration, applications must be submitted by November 2, 2025. If a viable candidate is not found during the initial review, applications submitted after November 2, 2025 will be considered.

SUNY Niagara considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated on the posting, please review the qualifications before applying. Persons meeting the required qualifications as stated above should submit the following:

• cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications

• resume

• unofficial transcripts

• names and contact information for three (3) current, work related references

Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * What is the highest level of education attained?

+ GED

+ High School Diploma

+ Associates Degree

+ Bachelors Degree

+ Masters Degree

+ PHD

+ * How many years of professional experience in a nonprofit organization do you have?

+ No Experience

+ 1-2 years

+ 3-5 years

+ 5 or more years

+ * Do you have hands-on fundraising experience with a proven record of success?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Do you possess a valid Drivers License?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Are you proficient in Microsoft Office software, i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams?

+ Yes

+ No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

+ Resume

+ Cover Letter

+ Transcripts

Optional Documents

+ Letter of Recommendation

+ Portfolio

+ Certifications/Licenses

+ Transcript 2

+ Transcript 3