Foundation Programs Officer

The Foundation Program Officer will be responsible for managing all foundation programs related to supporting students. This position manages all facets of the scholarship program including donor stewardship, identifying areas of needed support, promoting the program to students, and managing the application and review process. The Foundation Program Officer is also responsible for managing the emergency funds, student stipends, and working with other departments on campus to streamline and enhance the student experience with a focus on student enrollment, retention and completion.

This position reports directly to the Executive Director & CEO of the CBC Foundation.

The salary range for this position is $ 69,441.00 - $76,759.00

This position closes on September 13, 2026 @ 11:59 PM Pacific Time. The College will conduct initial interviews with selected candidates via Zoom and will conduct on-campus interviews with finalists.

Primary Responsibilities

• Administer scholarship funds, both annual and perpetual. Process donations, monitor the scholarship program budget and forecast annual funding needs;
• Work with the Foundation team to identify, cultivate, solicit, acknowledge and steward relationships with new and existing scholarship donors. Serve as the primary coordinator for the annual Scholarship Reception recognition event;
• Implement policies and procedures for the scholarship and emergency fund programs. Market programs to students and audit programs for relevance, evaluate programs annually and implement changes as appropriate;
• Create policies and procedures related to the scholarship database; train development staff, campus partners and volunteers on proper use;
• Design, disseminate, collect and review applications and award scholarships based on scholarship criteria and recommendations from review committees;
• Recruit, train and manage a diverse pool of volunteers to review applications; provide direction to scholarship committees regarding scholarship criteria; act as the primary coordinator for the annual reviewer recognition event;
• Communicate with scholarship recipients to confirm adherence to conditions of acceptance of their awards;
• Actively participate in CBC committees including but not limited to: WEC funding review, FYI, and student success leadership committee. Serve as the Foundation web ambassador and building captain. Provide foundation support to new initiatives as they arise; and,
• Perform other duties as assigned., Student Centered : Attention, interest, activities and efforts are centered upon the best interest of students; create and support an environment that enables learners to achieve their personal, academic, and professional goals; provide courteous and helpful responses to all customers, whether they be students, general public or employees from another department;

Support for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion : Reflecting CBC’s mission, vision and values, support initiatives that expand the human qualities that differentiate our workplace and educational setting. Demonstrate and advocate an understanding of differences, open mindedness, compassion, sensitivity and interest in differing viewpoints given the diverse population and show a deep commitment to the involvement of colleagues, students and community members to student experience and success honoring freedom of expression as fundamental to personal, professional and organizational growth;

Accountability : Accountable for own actions, decisions, errors, mistakes and/or failures to act when appropriate; accept responsibility when given, understand what duties employee is responsible for and can be counted upon to carry out those responsibilities; and,

CBC Shared Commitments : Demonstrates a willingness to work with and support others in completing assignments, accepts constructive feedback, and cooperates with coworkers and supervisors. Shows alignment with CBC Shared Commitments by treating others with respect, communicating and collaborating effectively, pursuing growth and learning, valuing and celebrating contributions, prioritizing wellness, and holding self and others accountable., * Provide proof of lawful permanent residency or other appropriate work authorization as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.

• Disclose any substantiated findings or any ongoing investigations related to sexual misconduct as required by RCW28B.112.080.
• Pass a criminal background check. Note: information learned during the criminal background check will not necessarily preclude employment but may be a factor in eligibility for the position.
• Verify education at the time of hire.
• Maintain an alcohol-free and drug-free workplace during employment.

Other Job Elements The working conditions listed below represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate, reach and manipulate objects. The position requires mobility including having the ability to move materials on a regular basis such as files, books, office equipment, etc. and travel between buildings on campus. Manual dexterity and coordination are required to operate equipment such as computer keyboard, calculator, and standard office equipment.

Work Conditions

Work environment includes office and other settings as appropriate. The position operates in a fast-paced service-oriented environment with frequent interaction and competing priorities. The noise level is typical of an office environment with telephones, personal interruptions, and background noise.

• Associate’s degree from an institutionally accredited college or university;
• Two (2) years of full-time professional experience in a student support, nonprofit, or financial aid setting; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience that includes experience providing student support services;
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); and,
• Valid U.S. driver’s license or ability to obtain one within two months of hire., * Bachelor’s degree from a institutionally accredited college or university;
• Experience working in a higher education setting;
• Experience working in community college fundraising setting;
• Familiarity with fundraising software, preferably Raiser’s Edge or Raiser’s Edge NXT;

• Experience with scholarship-specific software, preferably Award Spring; and,

• Bilingual (English-Spanish).

COMPETENCIES:

Administrative Skills : Promptly respond to requests for service and assistance; keep others in the loop as needed; maintain orderly physical and electronic records; present a professional image to students/public; follow policies and procedures;

Job Knowledge : Familiar with all the aspects of the job to be done and the environment under which that work is accomplished; a broad understanding of work as it applies both to the job and the organization;

Quality Management : Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; look for ways to improve and promote quality; apply feedback to improve performance; monitor own work to ensure quality;

Approachability : Willing to take immediate times to actively listen to others. Considered “accessible” or can be depended upon to be available when needed. Responsive;

Attitude Toward Progress and Change : Cooperate and support change and new processes; acceptance and quality performance throughout change;

Oral & Written Communication : Speak clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations; listen and get clarification; respond well to questions; demonstrate group presentation skills; participate in meetings; structure and convey information clearly and effectively through both formal and informal documents; review and edit written work constructively; ability to tailor to audience in mind, Columbia Basin College is unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas (e.g., H-1B) at this time. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.

This is a full-time, overtime eligible, professional staff position. The typical work hours for this position are Monday through Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Friday 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; however, work hours may vary due to work demands and some evening and weekend work may be required.

CBC offers excellent medical/dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, paid leave, retirement plans, and a variety of benefit options. Please view the “Benefits” tab for comprehensive benefits information.

Join the CBC team and help us transform students’ lives!

CBC is committed to our vision to be the educational home that transforms students’ lives through economic and social mobility. We are one of eight Hispanic-Serving Institutions in Washington state with Hispanic students representing just under half of our student population. As such, CBC is committed to discovering and enacting innovative ways to intentionally serve Hispanic students while serving all. We center equity in all that we do and seek to attract and retain engaged individuals committed to helping all students be successful in accomplishing their goals.

CBC places a high value on the ability to communicate effectively across cultures, to implement culturally responsive teaching strategies, and model intercultural empathy. Experience in serving Hispanic students is not merely a preference - it is valued at Columbia Basin College. Advanced intercultural knowledge and skills among our faculty is essential to the success of our students and our institution as a whole.

El CBC está comprometido con nuestra visión de ser el hogar educativo que transforma las vidas de los estudiantes a través de la movilización económica y social. Somos una de ocho Instituciones al Servicio de los hispanos en el estado de Washington y los estudiantes hispanos representan un poco menos de la mitad de nuestra población estudiantil. Como tal, CBC se compromete a descubrir y crear formas innovadoras para servir intencionalmente a los estudiantes hispanos, mientras que al mismo tiempo sirve a todos los demás. Nos enfocamos en la equidad en todo lo que hacemos y buscamos atraer y retener individuos que se comprometan en ayudar a todos los estudiantes a tener éxito en el logro de sus metas.

El CBC le da un enorme valor a la habilidad de comunicarse efectivamente a través de culturas, para implementar estrategias de enseñanza culturalmente responsivas, y modelar empatía intercultural. La experiencia en servir a los estudiantes hispanos no es simplemente una preferencia, sino que es algo que se valora en el Columbia Basin College. El conocimiento y las aptitudes interculturales avanzadas entre nuestros profesores son esenciales para el éxito de nuestros estudiantes y de nuestra institución en su totalidad.