Associate Director of Development

14 hours ago

San Diego, California, United States California Western School of Law Full time
About California Western School of Law

California Western School of Law (CWSL) is a leading institution in the field of law, dedicated to training ethical, competent, and compassionate lawyers. With a rich history dating back to 1924, CWSL has established itself as a hub for critical conversations about justice and a champion of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director of Development to join our team. As a key member of our development department, you will be responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gifts from current and prospective donors. Your expertise will help us build a pipeline of donors for our key campus fundraising priorities, including the Centennial Campaign for California Western.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage a portfolio of 150-200 existing and prospective donors, engaging, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding gifts with an emphasis on $50,000+.
  • Develop and implement prospect research and cultivation strategies and activities.
  • Support the preparation of reports, summaries, briefings, donor rosters, and donor reports relevant to stewardship activities.
  • Contribute to planning and execution of prospect cultivation and donor relations programs and events.
  • Attend law school functions as the representative of the department.
  • Plan, organize, and direct large-scale fundraising campaigns.
Requirements
  • Five (5) or more years of demonstrated successful experience in all aspects of major gift fundraising.
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Experience in higher education a plus.
  • In-depth knowledge of major gift fundraising, stewardship, donor relations, and public relations concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques required.
  • Demonstrated knowledge in written gift proposals and agreements, strategic donor (existing donors and prospects) 'moves management' and engagement strategies required.
  • Proven experience in the full spectrum of development, including major and planned giving policies, cultivation, donor recognition, support group management, and administration required.
  • Progressive development experience in a complex organization including frontline experience required.
  • Proven ability to create briefing materials and key talking points that support law school leadership in donor engagement required.
  • Attendance at evening and weekend events and programs is required.
  • Must be able to travel to local, regional, and international events.
  • Must have daily access to a reliable vehicle, obtain and maintain a valid California driver's license, and personal vehicle insurance acknowledging the vehicle is used for employee's work purposes, and maintain a clean driving record.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with database management systems required.
  • Proficiency with Salesforce preferred.
  • Familiarity with WealthPoint and ResearchPoint helpful.
  • Experience with website management, electronic communication, and database systems, data analysis, and interpretation required.
  • Ability to learn and use various databases for research, including State Bar websites, Internet search engines, and other public databases to locate alumni.
  • Knowledge and proficiency in social media required, including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Tumblr, and Instagram.
About the Team

Our leadership team is dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and growth. We are committed to making significant, measurable contributions toward solving major problems in our community, our society, and our world.

What We Offer
  • Salary: $80,000 - $105,000
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 403(b) with an 8% employer contribution
  • Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance
  • Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Flexible spending plan
  • Accrued paid time off (starting at 10 accrued days each year), 10 paid sick days, paid winter break, and 10 paid holidays
  • Summer alternative work schedule
  • Wellness program
Location

This is a hybrid role with an office at California Western School of Law, located at 350 Cedar Street, San Diego, CA 92101. CWSL staff are required to be on-site four days a week.

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