Job no: 549871
Work type: Staff
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 7 - CSUEU - Clerical and Administrative Support Services, Administrative, Probationary, Full Time, Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)
Position Summary
The University Relations and Development (URAD) team at San Diego State University is hiring a Development Coordinator to support impactful fundraising and engagement efforts. In this role, you’ll provide essential administrative, project, and event coordination support to help drive the university’s development initiatives forward.

Administrative Support : Provide high-level administrative assistance to assigned development teams, including scheduling, correspondence, and document preparation.
Project Management : Coordinate and track projects across teams to ensure timely and successful completion of development initiatives.
Event Coordination : Assist in planning and executing donor and fundraising events that promote meaningful engagement with SDSU supporters.
Team Collaboration : Work closely with colleagues across URAD units to and support shared goals.
Data & Record Management : Maintain accurate records and databases that contribute to the efficiency and success of fundraising operations.
Why Join Us?
Make an Impact : Be part of a team that raised a record-setting $131.9M in 2023–2024 to support scholarships, research, and university initiatives.
Collaborative Environment : Work within a supportive and mission-driven department committed to teamwork, shared purpose, and student success.
Professional Growth : Gain exposure to a variety of development functions within a nationally recognized advancement program.
Inspiring Mission : Help advance SDSU’s vision as a premier public research university and Hispanic-Serving Institution dedicated to public good and community engagement.
Position Information
This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. (Position requires the ability to travel and work outside of standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, on and off campus.)
This position is approved for partial telecommuting with onsite work in San Diego.
Department Summary
University Relations and Development (URAD) advances SDSU’s mission through strategic priorities like becoming a premier public research university, fostering resilience, promoting equity and inclusion, and centering students.
URAD builds lasting relationships with alumni, parents, donors, students, and the community to generate private support for diverse programs. It offers services in stewardship, events, gift administration, and communications.
In 2023-2024, URAD raised $131.9M, awarded 2,251 scholarships, and welcomed 5,006 first-time donors. The latest fundraising success can be credited to the university’s goal of building a world-class university campus, research center, and multi-use stadium in Mission Valley; all serving higher education, the public good, and the community’s goals and aspirations.
Education and Experience
Entry to this classification requires a fully functional knowledge of and skill in standard office procedures and practices, as well as an ability to understand and operate in a variety of organizational structures. Additionally, incumbents are expected to have a thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation and be able to clearly communicate orally and in writing. Some positions may require a knowledge of business mathematics beyond basic arithmetic. The ability to use and quickly learn new office support technology systems and software packages is also a prerequisite.
These qualifications would normally be obtained through a high school program, technical/vocational program, or their equivalents combined with several years of related office work experience.
Key Qualifications
Experience with Ellucian (or similar financial and biographical database).
Experience in performing basic prospect research and data analysis.
Experience in coordinating meetings and special events.
Experience with marketing and communications.
Experience in processing reimbursements for travel, mileage, reimbursements, payables, and procurement.
Experience in generating emails, letters, cards, invoices, etc., using mail merge functions.
A minimum of four years of progressively responsible administrative support, marketing/or communications experience is preferred.
Experience working in higher education or a public sector setting is preferred.
Experience working in a fundraising/development environment is preferred.
Licenses/Certifications Required
Valid California Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 10 days of hire.
Compensation and Benefits
San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.
Compensation : Salary is based on your experience, education, and qualifications, within the department’s budget and equity guidelines.
CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,058 - $6,653 /month; hiring salary not expected to exceed $4,621 /month.