Job Details

Foundation Programs Coordinator

Position Number: 6530691
Location: San Luis Obispo, CA
Position Type: Development and Fund Raising

Foundation Programs Coordinator

Cuesta College

Salary: $62,436.00 - $75,900.00 Annually
Job Type:
Job Number: FY2526-00045
Location: San Luis Obispo Campus, CA
Department: Presidents Office
Closing: 9/30/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Job Description Summary

DEFINITION
Under direction of the Executive Director of Institutional Advancement/Foundation, plan, coordinate and implement programs and events that promote and support Foundation and Institutional Advancement goals, lead alumni outreach, donor stewardship, volunteer activities, and perform other related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Foundation Programs Coordinator is distinguished from other classes by the requirement that incumbents perform duties involving relationship-building with Cuesta College's alumni, Foundation board members, community leaders, donors, the Superintendent/President's office, the Advancement/Foundation office, and faculty, staff and students. The position requires knowledge of Foundation Board policies, procedures and programs and District operational policies, regulations and procedures. Incumbents work as part of a team, exercise good judgment, serve in a lead capacity, maintain diplomacy, work with strict deadlines, possess keen attention to detail, work with minimum supervision, and work certain evening hours and weekends as required.

The incumbent in this position supports institutional effectiveness by facilitating advancement practices that encourage and engage internal and external support of Cuesta College.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

Where You Will Work

Serving all of San Luis Obispo County, Cuesta College has provided comprehensive associate degree offerings, certificates, and community programs to the region since 1964. The main campus is located along scenic Highway 1, west of San Luis Obispo and east of the beaches of the Pacific Ocean. Cuesta College has a North County Campus in Paso Robles, and South County Center, in Arroyo Grande.

Who We Are

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our culture and the work we do. Cuesta College is proud to be a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) committed to racial and socio-economic diversity as it reflects our communities and student populations. We actively seek to attract candidates who share this commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. As part of the Cuesta College team, you can expect to be part of a collaborative community of faculty, classified professionals, administrators, students, and community partners advancing educational excellence with intentional support services leading to student success and completion.

Additional information about the college can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/index.html
The college planning documents can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/collegeplans/index.html
Our Student Equity Action Plan can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/info/student-equity-initiatives/equity/index.html
We offer comprehensive benefit options. Information about benefits can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/benefits-insurance/index.html

Essential Functions & Qualifications

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Develop and cultivate lasting and meaningful relationships for the District by implementing programs designed to engage alumni, ambassadors, donors, volunteers, and event attendees;
Oversee the day-to-day operation of Foundation outreach programs including; alumni association activities and promotions, emeritus/retiree groups, student and foundation ambassadors, and, as assigned, new constituent activities, special events, and committees;
Oversee the day-to-day operation of Foundation stewardship programs including: the district's naming opportunities, donor recognition and stewardship, donor recognition publications and events and, as assigned, new constituent activities, special events, and campaign committees;
Assemble and compile data, including financial and biographical regarding Foundation programs to assure current records and maintaining the alumni and donor database;
Coordinate Advancement/Foundation volunteer opportunities with public and college constituents;
Plan and coordinate Advancement and Presidential events, workshops and meetings which includes the management of all details related to events (e.g. develop budget and monitor expenses, develop program and invitation, speaker(s) messages, and work with other departments);
Plan, develop and maintain a calendar of Foundation-sponsored events, workshops and programs;
Coordinate the Foundation's support of the Cuesta College Promise, acting as a liaison between the Financial Aid Office and Committee working on behalf of the donors;
Develop and maintain endowment and scholarship lists as part of the scholarship program and regularly update the online scholarship database;
Develop and maintain event mailing lists and a constituent tracking system (including donor history, event participation, and biographical information);
Provide reports and information to the Executive Director of Institutional Advancement/Foundation and others as needed in a timely manner;
Maintain the Foundation's web presence, including alumni online community and communications;
Assist with the marketing of Foundation events and programs;
Provide additional support to the Advancement/Foundation office as needed, including general office work and gift processing;
Organize and develop and/or oversee the development of forms, documents and lists; and
Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Required

Associate Degree

Experience:
Required

Three years of increasingly responsible experience with demonstrated effectiveness in business management or event management/administration in non-profit or educational setting; demonstrated organizational skills; experience in working in a lead capacity.

Knowledge of:

College and non-profit fundraising;
Objectives of fundraising programs and college programs;
Data gathering, analysis, and presentation;
Problem analysis and solving methods;
Use independent judgment, diplomacy, patience, persistence, and work under strict deadlines;
Multimedia software techniques;
Current technologies, personal computer, and associated office software such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and/or database software;
Correct usage of English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; and
District policies and procedures.

Ability to:

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties; and
Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and of staff and students with physical and learning disabilities.

Physical ability to:

Read and comprehend printed matter and text and data on computer monitors;
Communicate intelligibly and effectively via speech, telephone, written correspondence, and/or email;
Sit or stand for extended periods of time;
Lift and/or carry 25 pounds; and
Exert manual dexterity sufficient for keyboard and other office equipment operation.

License and Certificates (current within the last year or must be continuously current):
Required

Valid driver's license and eligible to obtain California driver's license upon hire.

Additional Information

Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally, particularly during event setup and takedown.

Work Schedule
While the role typically follows standard business hours, occasional evening work may be required to support events.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY
Candidates will be required to submit ALL of the required documents below when applying for this position. When uploading documents, PDF uploads are preferred.

Cover letter;
Resume;

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Cuesta College will not sponsor any visa applications.

San Luis Obispo County Community College District ("Cuesta College") is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), age, disability (physical and mental), genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal and state law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Cuesta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.

In compliance with California law, all prospective staff and students are entitled to read the Annual Security Report, published each October by the Cuesta College Department of Public Safety. This report contains information about our emergency and crime reporting procedures, as well as crime statistics for the past 3 years. You may request a copy of this report at one of our two Public Safety Offices: on SLO campus at Building 6600A or on North County Campus at building N1021, during campus business hours. You may also access the complete text of this report at the following website address: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/publicsafety/clery_act

Cuesta College uses E-Verify as part of the I-9 process to verify the work eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9 to data from U.S Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. For further information, visit: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/humanresources/Job_Opportunities.html

Interview Process Information

Selected applicants will be invited to attend an in-person interview on Tuesday, October 14,2025 or Wednesday, October 15,2025 or Thursday, October 16,2025.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cuesta

The San Luis Obispo County Community College District promotes inclusiveness, prohibits discrimination, and encourages all qualified persons to apply. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Cuesta College actively seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds to assist students, staff, and faculty. For ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) assistance with the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office: (805) 546-3129.