Director of Development for College of Health & Human Services

at  California State University

Job no: 536762
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Fresno
Categories: MPP, At-Will, Fundraising & Alumni Relations, Full Time
Position Description

JOB SUMMARY

This position is a member of the Office of Development within the University Advancement division and reports to the Associate Vice President for Development and Comprehensive Campaigns (AVP) and works in partnership with the dean of the College of Health and Human Services. The Director of Development is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations. The Director, in partnership with the dean, will plan and implement development and campaign strategies, and assist in strategy conversations on volunteer leadership.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated track record in working with individuals and groups, ability to work as a member of a team, recognition of the importance of education to individuals and society.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communication skills.
• Highly motivated and proven self-starter, creative and entrepreneurial characteristics.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, alumni, and friends of the university from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Flexibility to travel as needed to develop and maintain relationships.
• Competency and experience with the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, and the internet.
• History of regular attendance and positive performance evaluations.
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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree required from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum of four years of increasingly responsible and successful fundraising experience or professional experience with transferable skills such as sales, marketing, or public relations.
• Demonstrated track record in working with individuals and groups, ability to work as a member of a team, recognition of the importance of education to individuals and society.
• Exposure to management, including budgetary responsibilities.
• Experience with a nonprofit organization.
• Experience with comprehensive campaigns and/or specific experience in major gift solicitation, corporate foundation relations or constituent relations.
• Preferred Skills:
• Master’s or other advanced degree preferred.
• Experience/background in higher education philanthropy.
• Experience with alumni/philanthropic partner databases and campus applications such as Advance, Reeher or Raiser’s Edge.

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY

University Advancement’s (UA) mission is to inspire and increase engagement and philanthropy for Fresno State by putting alumni, friends, and the philanthropic partner at the center of what University Advancement does, thereby focusing on the individual being the hero of their own story. UA fosters pride and connections that result in engagement and giving for Fresno State. The division works with alumni, friends, and external stakeholders to broaden the resources available to the University, thereby strengthening the impact of higher education to prepare the next generation of leaders and to elevate our beloved San Joaquin Valley, the state, and beyond. Providing engagement opportunities is a primary role of the division, with every interaction focused on increasing interaction to Fresno State and its mission. UA ensures that a strong brand inspires and deepens the University’s bond with the public it serves. As such, it advances communications that uplift the image and reputation of the University and supports the University’s strategic plan.

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