Athletics Annual Fund Coordinator

About the role

The Division of University Advancement engages CSUB alumni, donors, and friends to connect the university with the community through communications, events, programs, and philanthropic opportunities. The division aims to advance the resources available to the university and strengthen higher education in our region.

Responsibilities

• Solicit and manage the annual fund renewal process to support Roadrunner Club member retention.
• Maintain contact with donors and prospective donors to support CSUB athletics.
• Support fundraising initiatives for athletics programs, including coordinating outreach efforts with coaches and athletics staff.
• Aid in the drafting of proposals for donors and prospective donors.
• Participate in the development and execution of cultivation events with prospective donors and current donors.
• Manage an assigned portfolio of annual fund-level donors and prospects, maintaining regular communication to support retention, satisfaction, and continued engagement.
• Coordinate donor events that provide stewardship opportunities.
• Attend and support athletics hospitality at sporting events to enhance donor experience and engagement.
• Attend the AD's Council meetings and assist with related activities as directed.
• Coordinate an annual, large-scale donor appreciation month to recognize Athletics Donors and increase awareness of the Roadrunner Club.

Requirements

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge and understanding of advancement principles and current best practices.
• Competence in independently applying judgment to resolve non-standard problems and issues.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills to plan, organize, prioritize, and ensure the successful completion of fundraising campaigns or events within time and budget constraints.
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills to effectively coordinate multiple stakeholder relationships and guide the development of appropriate fundraising and promotional materials.
• Ability to effectively lead and train others.
• Knowledge of event planning, fundraising, budgeting, and accounting principles and processes.
• Proficiency in using advancement or donor management software and financial systems.
• Demonstrated customer service experience requiring a very high level of diplomacy and professionalism.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner.
• Thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to interpret, communicate and apply policies and procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines.
• Excellent computer skills and competence with a variety of computer applications including word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, on-line systems, Internet as well as online calendaring and email.
• Working knowledge of or ability to quickly learn University infrastructure.
• Willingness to travel and attend training programs off-site for occasional professional development.
• Able to work occasional holidays and adjust working hours to meet special jobs.

Skills

• Ability to use tact and diplomacy to effectively handle a broad range of high level and sensitive interpersonal situations.
• Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere.
• Customer-oriented and service-centered attitude.

Benefits

• CSUB offers a best-in-class benefit package for eligible employees that includes an array of medical plans, choice of dental plans, vision coverage, retirement participation in CalPERS, CSU tuition waiver, up to 24 vacation days per year, sick leave with unlimited accrual, 15 paid holidays per year and more!

Pay

Anticipated hiring range: $5,274 - $5,597. However, offer amount will be commensurate with candidate’s experience, education, skills, and training.

Schedule

Full-time.