Assistant Dean of Development, College of Liberal Arts
2 weeks ago
Serves as a leading professional to cultivate and solicit alumni, parents, friends, employers, foundations and corporations for contributions. Directs the implementation and coordination of a comprehensive college-based development program by identifying, qualifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gifts; complies with policies, procedures and best practices established by University Development; fosters successful major gift fundraising by preparing the Dean and other academic leaders to participate routinely and effectively in development activities and prospect appointments; and participates in college-based programs that identify and encourage relationships with donors, prospects and alumni.
Key Qualifications- Previous capital campaign, major gift cultivation and/or donor solicitation experience is essential.
- Demonstrated experience and success in major gifts fundraising, marketing, planned giving, or other related professional field, preferably in a university setting or other fast paced and dynamic environment.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and cultivating major gift donor contacts within the development community; independent management of a large, complex, and successful program with annual and multi-year goals.
- Thorough knowledge of and experience with prospect management systems, fiscal administration, and volunteer development including utilizing the alumni relations database and prospect management systems as organizational tools.
- Thorough knowledge of the financial structure of donations, to include cash, gifts-in-kind, stocks, and securities.
- Bachelors Degree and a minimum of six years of progressively responsible professional experience in development, major gifts fundraising, donor relations, marketing, planned giving or other related professional experience with four years being direct fundraising experience.
- Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
- Possession of a valid drivers license or the ability to obtain one by date of hire.
The anticipated hiring range for this role is $125,000 - $155,000. Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees.
Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and EmploymentThis position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities.
Background CheckSatisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment.
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San Luis Obispo, CA, United States California State University Full timeJob Summary The Assistant Dean of Development will serve as a leading professional in the college to cultivate and solicit alumni, parents, friends, employers, foundations and corporations for contributions. The incumbent will direct the implementation and coordination of a comprehensive college-based development program by identifying, qualifying,...
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