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Director of Institutional Advancement Jobs in Miles City, MT at Miles Community College
Title: Director of Institutional Advancement
Company: Miles Community College
Location: Miles City, MT
Miles Community College is seeking an innovative, relationship-focused, and strategic Director of Institutional Advancement to lead the College's fundraising, grant development, alumni engagement, and institutional communications efforts.About this RoleThe Director of Institutional Advancement provides strategic leadership for private fundraising, public and private grant development, alumni relations, Foundation support, and institutional advancement communications. This position works closely with the President, the Miles Community College Foundation, community partners, donors, and campus leadership to secure resources that advance the College's mission and support student success.Key Responsibilities
- Lead fundraising initiatives to support scholarships, academic programs, capital projects, and other institutional priorities.
- Identify, develop, write, and manage public and private grant opportunities while ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
- Serve as the primary liaison to the Miles Community College Foundation and support Foundation Board activities.
- Develop and implement alumni engagement initiatives that strengthen relationships and expand philanthropic support.
- Oversee institutional advancement communications, marketing, and public relations activities that support advancement efforts.
- Manage scholarship programs, donor records, and advancement reporting systems.
- Represent the College with community organizations, donors, businesses, government agencies, and other external partners.QualificationsRequired:
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in communications, marketing, business, nonprofit management, public administration, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience in fundraising, grant writing, development, marketing, communications, or related advancement activities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, project management, and relationship-building skills.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office products and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of confidentiality.
- Valid driver's license and the ability to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends.Preferred:
- Experience working with nonprofit organizations, higher education, or community foundations.
- Experience with donor management, grant management, or customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
- Knowledge of philanthropic best practices, donor stewardship, planned giving, and alumni engagement.Application Process: To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, résumé, list of three references, unofficial college transcripts, and a completed MCC Employment Application and Background Check Information Form to Jodi Stone, Human Resources, Miles Community College, 2715 Dickinson Street, Miles City MT 59301 or you may submit your application package electronically on our website. Initial screening of applications starts on July 15, 2026.
Applications are accepted until position is filled. For further information about this employment opportunity and an MCC Employment Application and Background Check Information Form, please view our website at https://www.milescc.edu/Employment/ .Miles Community College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining an environment of respect and acceptance, one that recognizes the inherent worth and dignity of every person who enters our doors. We believe that a rich diversity of people and the many points of view they bring to campus serve to enhance the quality of the educational experience at MCC. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
