Director of Grants and Resource Development

Director of Grants and Resource Development

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It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure all required documents are submitted. Applicants must submit requested information by the close date. Review of applicants will begin on 3/2/2026 and continue until the role is filled. Incomplete submissions and/or exclusions of required documents may cause an applicant to be ineligible for consideration. You may direct questions to or via phone at .

Position Information

Title: Director of Grants and Resource Development

Employment: Full Time, Permanent

Number of Months: 12 Months

Proposed Date of Employment: 03/16/2026

Work Schedule: A minimum of 37.5-hour work week as determined by supervisor is required. Occasional evenings and some weekends may be required.

Position Summary

The Director of Grants and Resource Development serves as a leader responsible for advancing institutional fundraising and grant acquisition efforts across Isothermal Community College. This role provides strategic coordination and technical expertise in annual fund development, donor stewardship and relations, grant writing and management, database oversight, and comprehensive fundraising operations. The Director of Grants and Resource Development will partner closely with faculty, staff, the College Foundation, employers, donors, and community stakeholders to lead efforts to secure federal, state, local, and private funding while strengthening the college's philanthropic engagement and external partnerships. In collaboration with the Chief Development Officer, the position executes data-informed, strategic fundraising initiatives designed to meet annual targets and long-term institutional advancement goals.

Responsibilities Fundraising Strategy, Donor Relations & Foundation Support

• Collaborate with the Chief Development Officer to implement strategic fundraising plans.
• Manage a portfolio of prospects, including major gifts, planned giving, and corporate/foundation relations.
• Develop proposals, case statements, and gift agreements.
• Oversee annual solicitation and stewardship processes.
• Manage the donor database.
• Support College Foundation activities, Board engagement, fundraising events, and alumni outreach.
• Research and identify public and private funding sources.
• Support faculty, staff, and community partners in identifying and pursuing grant opportunities.
• Manage grant development timelines and submission processes.
• Serve as final institutional review prior to executive approval and submission.
• Develop tools and resources to support grant funded project management, compliance, and reporting.

Program Support & Administrative Coordination

• Support planning and coordination of New Century Scholars Program activities.
• Perform other assigned duties in support of institutional advancement and resource development objectives.

Skills and Abilities

1. Experience working in a deadline driven environment.
2. Analytical, organizational, project/event management, marketing, budgeting, negotiation, strategic planning, assessment, written and oral communication skills, and research related skills.
3. Ability to interact with individuals from governmental agencies, corporations, other non profits, public foundations, faculty/staff, donors and potential donors.
4. Creative, flexible, and goal oriented.
5. Possess positive energy, integrity, and organizational skills.
6. Ability to work under pressure, manage and coordinate multiple projects and meet critical deadlines.
7. Ability to lead and follow within a team oriented environment.
8. Ability to learn and excel in the use of donor management software.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Three years of related professional experience in fundraising, donor relations, or a related field (e.g., non profit management, sales, or marketing).
• Proven success in grant writing resulting in awards; supporting donor engagement and cultivation of major gifts.
• Proven ability to collaborate with and influence executive and cross functional leaders within a community college, higher education, or business environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge and practice of fundraising events and activities.

Open Date

02/20/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled: Yes

Additional Information

Isothermal Community College provides educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability. Isothermal Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer Institution. If accommodation or assistance is needed in completing this application, please contact Human Resources at or via phone at .

Supplemental Questions

• Do you have a bachelor's degree?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcripts above the High School Level

Locations

Rutherford Campus
286 ICC Loop Road
P.O. Box 804
Spindale, NC 28160

TTY:

Polk Center
1255 West Mills St.
Columbus, NC 28722

Rutherfordton Learning Center
134 Maple Street
Rutherfordton, NC 28139