Dallas College

Dallas College

Director, Corporate & Foundations Relations

Dallas College Administration · Director

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About the role

  • All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date.
  • Internally, the Director works cross-functionally with senior leadership, campus presidents, and workforce program teams to align corporate partnerships with institutional priorities.
  • The Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations will report to the Senior Director of Development.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the corporate and foundation fundraising strategy, focusing on building transformational, long-term partnerships that align with Dallas College's workforce development priorities.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with campus presidents, workforce program leaders, and senior leadership to create meaningful engagement opportunities for corporate partners.
  • Partner with the Dallas College Sponsorship and Grants teams to convert relationships into philanthropic investments, develop compelling proposals, and meaningful impact reports.
  • Drive prospect pipeline growth through strategic research, networking, and engagement with volunteer leaders, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities.
  • Perform other duties not listed as assigned.
  • Exceptional ability to navigate complex organizations and build buy-in across diverse stakeholders.
  • This position drives strategic engagement with the Dallas corporate community and select foundations to secure transformational philanthropic investments, sponsorships, and grants.

Requirements

  • Ability to speak, listen, and write in a clear, thorough, and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
  • Ability to communicate and interact with high-profile constituents and volunteers.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly with consideration to various audiences.
  • Ability to meet or exceed metrics and goals set for the individual and the team.
  • Demonstrated experience in prospect cultivation and solicitation, with proficiency in fundraising principles and best practices.
  • Strong working knowledge of strategic development and moves management systems of the donor cycle.
  • Knowledge and experience in the nature and dimensions of philanthropy, motivations for giving, research and cultivation practices, face-to-face solicitation, gifts processing and fundraising reporting.
  • All employees are required to complete a minimum of 19 hours of leadership development.
  • Bachelor's degree plus five (5) years of experience in fundraising, corporate relations, business development, or project management.

Compensation

  • Salary Minimum
  • $92,700.00 Annually

Benefits

  • Proven success in corporate fundraising, business development, or institutional advancement, preferably in higher education or nonprofit sectors.
  • Minimum and Preferred - Education, Experience, and/or Certifications

Company info

  • Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.
  • Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
  • Applications Deadline
  • August 5, 2026
  • Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students.
  • Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas.
  • We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.
  • Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees.
  • We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success.
  • We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law.
  • In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Partner with the Dallas College Sponsorship and Grants teams to convert relationships into philanthropic investments, develop compelling proposals, and meaningful impact reports.

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