Director of Operations Midland College Foundation

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS MIDLAND COLLEGE FOUNDTATION [Midland College](https://midland.edu/) | Midland, Texas **Job Summary** The Director of Operations – Midland College Foundation, reports to the Executive Director of the Midland College Foundation. The Director of Operations will lead, manage, develop, and implement fundraising activities to support the mission of the Midland College Foundation, through the coordination of major fundraising events. Scholarship Banquets, golf tournaments, and other Foundation events. This position will also assist with the cultivation of donors and prospects (individuals, corporations, foundations, alumni, etc.) with the significant giving capacity to accomplish their philanthropic goals through the form of annual, major, and planned gifts. This strategic work involves extensive collaboration and active partnerships with Midland College leadership, volunteers, and senior administrators to ensure existing and emerging constituents are best positioned to provide maximum levels of philanthropic support for Midland College priorities. **ABOUT MIDLAND COLLEGE** At Midland College, we believe education transforms lives, strengthens communities, and creates opportunity for future generations. As a driving force for workforce development and economic growth in the Permian Basin, we serve dual-credit students, first-time-in-college learners, adult students, and working professionals. Through strong partnerships with K-12 schools, universities, business and industry, and community organizations, we make education accessible, prepare students for meaningful careers, and help shape the future of our region. Midland College is a dynamic institution experiencing rapid enrollment growth and institutional growth. We are continually evaluating how we work, challenging ourselves to improve, and embracing innovation to serve our students and community better. Three Core Values define our culture: **YES** We embrace challenges with curiosity, optimism, and a solutions-oriented mindset. **STUDENTS** Student success is at the center of every decision we make. **ACT** We take ownership, move with purpose, and deliver meaningful results. We seek individuals who are adaptable, resilient, and energized by change. Our employees ask thoughtful questions, challenge the status quo, solve problems collaboratively, and continuously look for better ways to serve students. We work hard, think strategically, and hold ourselves accountable. We also believe great teams support one another, celebrate successes, and bring positivity, perspective, and a sense of humor to the workplace. What You Can Expect at Midland College: - A leadership team committed to action, collaboration, and continuous improvement. - A Board of Trustees that values stewardship, innovation, and long-term vision. - A community that believes deeply in the power of education to create opportunities. - Meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, every single day. If you're passionate about making a difference, excited by growth and innovation, and ready to help students succeed while strengthening the Permian Basin, we invite you to join our team. **Essential Functions** • Organize, coordinate, and oversee fundraising activities, e.g. scholarship banquet, golf tournament, etc. • Organize, coordinate, and assist with Foundation events, e.g. the Davidson Distinguish Lecture Series, the Phyllis & Bob Cowan Performing Arts series, and alumni events • Cultivate major gift prospects, investing the necessary time and energy to build relationships designed to understand the donor/prospect goals with the expressed purpose of alignment with scholarship matches and Midland College Foundation’s mission and objectives • Track prospects and donor contacts in portfolio using organizational tools and tracking methods via Raiser’s Edge, ensuring that all donor information entry, storage, and special requests are recorded and accomplishe…