Donor Relations and Development Services Coordinator

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Donor Relations and Development Services Coordinator Role Title Administrative Office Specialist III Role Code 19013-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 3 Position Number 29100083 Agency Blue Ridge Community College Division Blue Ridge Community College (Div) Work Location Augusta - 015 Hiring Range $40,000 - $60,000 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 6-Administrative Support Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule

Monday to Friday 8:30-5:00, with occasional evenings and weekends for meetings and events

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Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Shenandoah Valley, Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC) is committed to accelerating opportunities through the power of education. Our success is rooted in a shared dedication to excellence, ethical behavior, empowerment, and a culture of care. BRCC has been consistently recognized by the Chronicle of Higher Education as a Great College to Work For, reflecting our supportive, inclusive, and mission driven workplace. By joining BRCC, you become part of a community focused on equipping students, alumni, and employees with the knowledge and experience needed to transform themselves, our community, and the world. If you are passionate about education and inspired by meaningful work, BRCC offers a place where your talents and values can thrive.

Blue Ridge Community College seeks an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Donor Relations and Development Services Coordinator to support the college's fundraising, donor engagement, and development operations of the BRCC Educational Foundation. This position is instrumental in fostering strong relationships with donors, alumni, community partners, and other stakeholders through exceptional stewardship, communication, and organizational support.

Full-time classified positions come with generous leave and holiday time, along with very competitive health benefits coverage (to include dental, vision, and short-term and long-term disability), retirement with the Virginia Retirement System, deferred compensation investment opportunities, educational assistance, and access to the college's Recreation Center.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Maintain donor and financial records through data entry, management, and reporting - including daily gift entries and employee payroll deductions.
• Serve as back-up to Foundation Finance Manager, utilizing cross-training and crossover to provide internal controls and support continuous operations.
• Prepare donor correspondence, acknowledgments, and stewardship communications.
• Coordinate and attend all Foundation Committee and Board meetings, to include drafting of minutes, room set-up and catering
• Coordinate the BRCC Scholarship Luncheon connecting donors with scholarship recipients.
• Facilitate New Board Member Orientation.
• Coordinate the production of Community Link newsletter several times annually
• Partner with BRCC web designer to maintain Foundation website.
• Develop and distribute email campaigns supporting donor stewardship and fundraising initiatives.
• Provide support for the many events and activities of the BRCC Educational Foundation.

May serve as back-up to the Foundation Financial Manager, and requires credit check in addition to regular criminal background check

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Creative approach with good problem-solving skills
• Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent planning and organization skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, to include professionalism and responsiveness
• Adept at cultivating relationships and building trust with diverse stakeholders
• Ability to effectively collaborate and be a supportive team member
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with computer applications, data management systems and spreadsheets, along with the ability to learn new technologies quickly

Additional Considerations

Helpful, but not required:

• Administrative or clerical experience
• Donor relations, fundraising, or development experience.
• Event planning and coordination experience
• Marketing, communications, or related experience
• Commitment to and support of BRCC's mission
• Experience working in higher education
• Experience building community partnerships

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

N/A

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number CLS_4597P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 07/20/2026 Job Close Date 08/09/2026 Open Until Filled No Agency Website brcc.edu Contact Name Email glassd@brcc.edu Phone Number 540-453-0060 Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

Title IX Coordinator: Beth Styers

1 College Lane Weyers Cave, VA 24486

Office #S106G

540-453-2252

styersb@brcc.edu

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/98718

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Alternative Hiring Process Letter
• SF-50 (Documentation of involuntary separation from Federal Agency)