Posting Details

Position Information

Job TitleDirector of OperationsDepartmentExec Dir. NVCC Educ FoundationPosting Number03320PLocationAnnandale, VA: 22003Full or Part TimeFull TimePosition End Date (if temporary)Required TravelRelocation CoveredSalary RangeHiring range is $80,000-$110,000 (anticipated maximum salary is $100,000) Position Summary Information

Basic Function

Under the leadership of the Executive Director of the NOVA Foundation, the Director of Operations is responsible for directing the Foundation Services team, including but not limited to the day-to-day operations of the financial management, information management, donor relations, prospect research, and business administration functional areas of the of the Northern Virginia Community College Educational Foundation (NOVA Foundation).

Duties and Responsibilities

The Director of Operations is charged with creating and implementing long- and short-term operational/financial plans; building and managing a cohesive and collaborative team; and, developing and administering budgets to ensure effective NOVA Foundation operations. The Director of Operations participates in the recommendation, creation, and administration of operational policies, procedures and processes to govern and guide the work of the NOVA Foundation.

Minimum Qualifications

•Bachelor’s degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
•Several years of managerial experience.
•Significant experience in an institutionally related foundation.

Preferred Qualifications

•Master’s degree or JD
•Significant experience in grants compliance and compliance reporting.
•Significant experience with non-profit fund accounting.
•Experience in development within a higher education environment.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•Advanced knowledge of foundation administration, finance and business operations.
•Advanced knowledge of all relevant state, federal and accounting guidelines and their relevance to fundraising and foundation operations (IRS, GASB, FASB and UPMIFA).
•Experience with accounting, constituent and fund management systems.
•Proficiency in developing and refining systems and procedures that ensure efficiency and compliance in office operations and support and advance philanthropic activities.
•Advanced knowledge of fundraising procedures and activities with particular emphasis on information systems, development operations, prospect research, and office operations.
•Knowledge of principles and practices of college administration.
•Ability to generate, review, verify and reconcile financial reports.
•Ability to communicate effectively, both orally (one-on-one, as well as in large and small group settings) and in writing.
•Competency working with a complex donor database (ideally Raisers Edge), MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint, and facility with Internet applications.
•Competence with Crystal Reports.
•Proven project management skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and time effectively.
•Highly motivated with the ability to contribute positively to a fast-paced, priority-shifting, and cooperative work environment.
•Ability to maintain confidentiality of donor information.
•Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills and a demonstrated understanding of volunteer management, development databases and the use of technology in fundraising.
•Maintains and exhibits the highest standards of ethical conduct.
•Understanding of and appreciation for a team-oriented management style.

Operation of a State VehicleOccasional Posting Detail Information

Open Date07/12/2019Close Date08/02/2019Open Until FilledNoSpecial Instructions to Applicants

This position is funded with non-continuous or non-recurring funding and is subject to continuation based on fiscal year funds and the needs of the college.

Background Check Statement

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background
investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of
education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS and NOVA such as
I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s
Statement of Economic Interest.

Additional InformationSupplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent applicable experience and/or training?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have supervisory/managerial experience?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Please select your years of experience working with institutionally related foundation
   • none
   • 1-3 years
   • 4-6 years
   • 7-9 years
   • 10 or more years
4. * What is your experience working with non-profit accounting?

   (Open Ended Question)

5. * Please summarize your experience in preparing reports for donors.

   (Open Ended Question)

6. * Briefly describe your experience in developing Board policies and procedures.

   (Open Ended Question)

7. * I understand that only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications and only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my application and resume will be credited.
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Certificate