Institutional Advancement Operations Manager

About ECC :

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person-students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors-feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college's mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

Work Schedule :

8 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM Monday through Friday

Rate of Pay :

This is a Full-Time Administrative position at grade 15, with an annual salary range of $63,042 to $84,056. The salary offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College's compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.

Benefits :

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA, DCA, Commuter)
• Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)
• Time Off with Pay
• Professional Development / Expense
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sick Banks

FLSA Status : Exempt

Grant Funded : No

Job Summary :

The Institional Advancement Operations Manager manages the operational flow of the Advancement Department and ECC Foundation, ensuring efficient daily administration. Acting as liaison and recording secretary for the Foundation Board, this role organizes meeting logistics, communications, and coordinates fundraising activities involving board members. The position also represents the Foundation and / or Executive Director in interactions with board members, donors, senior administrators, elected officials, and other dignitaries, requiring professionalism, discretion, and strong strategic communication skills.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Essential Duties :

Other Duties :

Physical Demands :

Light Work : Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and / or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and / or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Visual Acuity :

Position requires close visual acuity to perform activities (i.e. preparing / analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer monitor; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and / or operation of machines; using measurement devices; and / or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes).

Work Environment : Moderate noise.

Environmental Conditions :

Typical office or administrative conditions

Current SSECCA Union Member Information :

The initial posting date for this position is 11 / 25 / 2025. Elgin Community College Support Staff Association (SSECCA) members that apply by 12 / 04 / 2025 and meet the posted minimum qualifications will receive full consideration.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement :

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex / gender / gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.

In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College's EEO / AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.