Director, Corporate Relations

at  California State University

Job no: 541298
Work type: Staff
Location: Pomona
Categories: MPP, At-Will, Fundraising & Alumni Relations, Full Time, Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)
Type of Appointment: Full-Time, Management Personnel Plan (MPP I)
Anticipated Hiring Amount: $105,000 - $115,000 annually (Commensurate with qualifications and experience)
Work Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Benefits Include: (15) Paid Holidays, (24) Vacation Days, Comprehensive Benefits Package , telecommuting eligible!
Recruitment Closing Date: Open Until Filled
First Application Review: August 7, 2024

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid driver’s license with required insurance.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in higher education or equivalent public or private sector work, including a successful track record in fundraising from corporations and experience in corporate or industry setting.
• Must have demonstrated experience directing partnership strategies to secure major corporate funding of $100,000 and above.
• Knowledge of cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies and techniques, particularly in the area of corporate fundraising.
• Demonstrated ability in proposal writing at appropriate levels for varied proposal development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of methods, practices and procedures for obtaining information about the giving programs of corporations and foundations.
• Demonstrated ability to take primary responsibility for diverse number of projects and to complete them in a timely manner with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated proficiency of negotiation skills and record of success in generating significant commitments from corporations.
• Ability to maintain a high level of poise, reflecting the highest standards of professional conduct and integrity in all circumstances.
• Ability to initiate and build relationships with prospective corporate donors and interact via telephone and in person with institutional representatives.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of staff in a team environment.
• Ability to travel regionally and nationally to cultivate and solicit corporate support.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE)
• Master’s Degree
• Understanding of the dynamics of corporate giving and ability to relate well to respective leaders.