<p>ANNOUNCEMENT</p> <p>Southwestern Illinois College is accepting applications for the full-time administrative position of Executive Director of the SWIC Foundation.</p> <p>POSITION DESCRIPTION</p> <p>In accordance with the Mission and Values of Southwestern Illinois College, this is a highly responsible position involving development of resources from the private and public sector, including individuals, businesses, corporations, foundations, state and federal government. This position requires technical knowledge pertaining to comprehensive resource development strategies, building partnerships with volunteers and the community, marketing, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work with internal and external publics.</p> <p>QUALIFICATIONS</p> <ol> <li> <p>Master's degree in an appropriate field required.</p> </li><li> <p>Minimum of five years of progressively responsible fundraising experience required, preferably in an education setting.</p> </li><li> <p>Minimum of three years demonstrated expertise in three of the six following areas is required: foundation and corporate fundraising, volunteer management, planned giving, special events, alumni development, and grant development.</p> </li><li> <p>CFRE or other appropriate credential preferred.</p> </li><li> <p>Experience with donor management software preferred.</p> </li><li> <p>Must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to hire.</p> </li></ol> <p>SALARY</p> <p>Salary grade 6 on the Administrative Pay Scale, ranging from $75,200 - $94,000 per year.</p> <p>BENEFITS AND PERKS</p> <p>Benefit availability and eligibility may vary from the summary listed below. Please visit www.swic.edu for more information.</p> <ul> <li>Eligibility for comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans beginning date of hire. </li><li>Retirement savings plan through State Universitates Retirement System of Illinois and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) savings plan. </li><li>Eligibility for paid leave including holidays, sick and vacation. </li><li>Educational incentives including Reduced Tuition at Southwestern Illinois College and Tuition Reimbursement. </li><li>Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, gym access, additional voluntary benefits and more! </li></ul> <p>WORK LOCATION</p> <p>Belleville Campus with district-wide responsibilities.</p> <p>APPLICATION DEADLINE</p> <p>Position will remain open until filled. Position will close to applicants on March 25, 2026, with applicant review beginning March 26, 2026.</p> <p>APPLICATION PROCEDURE</p> <p>Required application materials, such as resume, cover letter and references, should be attached to your application. Other required application materials i.e., transcripts, etc., should be attached after your application has been submitted. Go to your My Job Applications page from the careers home page of your account.</p> <p>Southwestern Illinois College</p> <p>is proud to be an EEO/AA Employer/Educator</p> <p>Smoke/Tobacco/Vapor/Drug-Free Workplace</p>