Director Of Development

Description:

The Director of Development is responsible for developing comprehensive strategic fundraising efforts to meet short- and long-term goals that help secure philanthropic support primarily from individual donors, and also foundations, and corporations. This position is a part of a centralized fundraising team and will serve as the development liaison to the College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences (CHABSS) and Extended Learning (EL) with fundraising efforts to support students and faculty, community engagement activity, capital projects and provide support for advancement-wide new or returning scholarship donors. In these liaison roles, this position will support the leadership and faculty in all aspects of major gift level private fundraising. Candidate must demonstrate the skills necessary to solicit and close gifts at the $25,000 level and above, as well as a commitment to building long term relationships with a diverse population of donors and donor prospects. Candidate will be responsible for growing their portfolio through identification, qualification, cultivation and stewardship strategies.

In addition to building relationships with on campus and off campus constituent groups, and achieving fundraising success, other priorities of this role include working as a strategic partner to the two liaison areas in building, establishing and sustaining Dean’s Advisory Councils for CHABSS and EL, made up of philanthropists, alumni and industry leaders. Expectations of this role also include working closely with leadership in setting campaign priorities and helping the university plan and execute CSUSM’s next comprehensive fundraising campaign.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.

We will consider applications from professionals who demonstrate the following transferable skills from a non-fundraising background: sales/contract negotiation/customer service, critical thinking skills, experience building relationships, excellent communication skills, proficient in writing, a team player, strong work plan development and a growth mindset.

Position Summary

Director of Development (Administrator II)

This is a full time, exempt position in the Management Personnel Plan (MPP). MPP positions serve at the pleasure of the President.

This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 14 paid holidays are offered each year; 13 scheduled on specific days and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year.

A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by visiting our Benefits Portal.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $7,917 - $9.167 per month

CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,583 - $14,713 per month

Salary is commensurate with the background and experience of the individual selected.

California State University San Marcos

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