Annual Giving Associate - CSU Sacramento

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for an organized, detail-oriented professional who enjoys bringing projects to life and making a measurable impact. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving, the Annual Giving Associate serves as a key contributor to Sacramento State’s annual giving efforts by coordinating fundraising campaigns, managing donor engagement activities, supporting data and reporting functions, and ensuring operational excellence across annual giving initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with annual giving and advancement professionals, this role will help execute multichannel fundraising campaigns.
• Support donor stewardship efforts.
• Cooking annual giving activities for Athletics.
• Provide the operational backbone that helps fundraising programs succeed.

Requirements

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years of relevant professional experience.
• Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience in administrative support, communications, project coordination, customer service, or related functions, preferably within a nonprofit, higher education, or mission-driven environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience coordinating projects, maintaining records, tracking deliverables, and supporting operational workflows.
• Ability to analyze information, identify discrepancies, and produce reports that support decision-making.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage professionally with diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other standard business applications, along with the ability to learn advancement and CRM systems.
• Ability to work independently while following established policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for students, alumni, donors, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends with advance notice.
• Ability to work in person on campus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Exposure to fundraising, advancement, marketing, donor relations, or nonprofit communications through professional, internship, or volunteer experience.
• Experience working with a constituent database, CRM, or donor management system.
• Event planning or event coordination experience.

What's in it for you

• Salary: $63,288- $65,856 annually
• Emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance with ample PTO and flexibility, which includes up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group/services).
• Enjoy the vibrant campus life with access to athletic and gym facilities, renowned sporting events, artist events, and world-renowned speakers.
• Numerous professional development opportunities to advance your career including tuition waivers for yourself, a spouse, registered domestic partner or an eligible dependent child across any of the 23 CSU campuses.
• Two different retirement plans catered to fit your personal saving goals: CalPERS Retirement Plan or 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plan (similar to a 401k plan).
• Medical benefits tailored to support various life stages.
• We recognize that transportation to and from work can be expensive and we are here to help support you with pre-tax commuter benefits.
• In addition, Sacramento State offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, generous paid time off, employee wellness resources, professional development opportunities, and the stability and mission-driven culture of one of the nation's largest public university systems.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. The university values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging and seeks candidates who will contribute to an equitable and welcoming campus community.