Director of Development for the Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology
California State University, Fresno · Fresno, CA · 1 mo ago
OTHR$92k–$97k/yrFull-time
We need to produce HTML fragment with sections for headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Use for each heading only if there is real specific content. Must not repeat job title. Must not include Job ID etc. Must preserve all substantive info, no invented or summarizing away detail. Remove boilerplate, navigation, legal, EEO, equal-opportunity, scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions. Also must not create sections like Pay/Schedule/Benefits unless posting actually states them. The posting includes compensation: "The anticipated salary hiring range is $92,000 - $97,000 per year and is commensurate with qualifications and experience." That's pay info. Also benefits: "This is a CSU Management Personnel Plan (MPP) position. The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program." So Benefits section is present. Schedule? Not mentioned. So we should not create Schedule section. Pay section: we have salary range. Should we include Pay heading? Yes, because posting states it. However note: "commensurate with qualifications and experience" is a phrase that might be considered filler? The instruction: "never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text (e.g. 'commensurate with experience', 'not specified', 'N/A', 'varies', 'TBD')". The phrase "commensurate with qualifications and experience" is similar to "commensurate with experience". That is considered filler? The instruction says never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text. So if we put Pay heading and then only that phrase, it's filler. But we also have the salary range "$92,000 - $97,000 per year". That's substantive. So we can include both. The phrase "and is commensurate with qualifications and experience." is maybe filler but we can keep as part of the sentence; it's not just filler alone. It's okay.
Now we need sections: About the role (Job Summary). Responsibilities (Key duties). Requirements (Education And Experience). Qualifications (Key Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications?). Skills maybe separate? The instruction: Use headings for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). We should combine similar content to avoid thin sections. We need to decide which sections to include based on content.
We have:
- Job Summary: description of role, mission, reporting lines, etc. That's About the role.
- Responsibilities: The Director is responsible for identifying, cultivating and soliciting major gifts... plan and implement development strategies... assist in strategy conversations regarding volunteer leadership. Also mention partnership with Dean etc. That's responsibilities.
- Requirements: Education And Experience: Bachelor's degree required, minimum four years of progressively responsible fundraising experience or professional experience in sales, marketing, PR, etc. Demonstrated track record working with individuals and groups, ability to work as team, appreciation of importance of education. That's requirements.
- Qualifications: Key Qualifications (demonstrated success building relationships, strong written/verbal communication, ability to prepare persuasive proposals, proficiency with MS Office and CRM/database, flexibility to travel). Also Preferred Qualifications (Master's or other advanced degree preferred, familiarity with agriculture industry, experience in higher ed fundraising, experience working with nonprofit orgs and volunteer boards, interest in tech-forward fundraising leveraging AI). Could combine into Qualifications section (maybe split into Required Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications). But we have separate Requirements (education/experience) and Qualifications (skills/abilities). Could also have Skills section for proficiency with MS Office, CRM, etc. But we can combine.
Given instruction: Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones. So we could have About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements & Qualifications (combined), Benefits, Pay. Or separate Qualifications and Skills if substantive.
Let's see content: Key Qualifications list includes relationship building, communication, proposals, MS Office/CRM, travel. Those are skills/qualifications. Preferred Qualifications list includes advanced degree, agriculture familiarity, higher ed fundraising, nonprofit experience, interest in tech-forward fundraising. Those are also qualifications.
We could have a section "Qualifications" that includes both required and preferred qualifications (maybe bullet list). Then we could have a separate "Skills" section for technical skills like MS Office, CRM, travel flexibility. But that might be thin.
Better: Have "Requirements" for education/experience, "Qualifications" for key and preferred qualifications (including skills). That seems reasonable.
Thus sections: About the role (Job Summary), Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Benefits, Pay.
We must not include Schedule.
Now we need to strip boilerplate: remove EEO, legal, application instructions, etc. Also remove duplicated lines. Also remove navigation etc. Also remove the "To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above." That's application instruction? It's a reference; we should remove as it's not substantive content? It's basically a link to more info; we should remove as per instruction: remove application instructions. So drop that.
Also remove "Deadline & Application Instructions" etc. Remove all that.
Also remove "Department Summary" maybe? That's substantive about UA mission; could be part of About the role? It's about division mission. Could be included in About the role or maybe separate? But we have limited sections; we could incorporate into About the role as extra context. The instruction: preserve ALL substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to keep the Department Summary content. Where to place? Could be part of About the role (since it's about the role's division). Or we could create a separate section "Department Overview" but not in allowed headings. So we should fold into About the role.
Similarly, the "Fresno State California State University, Fresno is one of 22 campuses..." etc is general university info; could be part of About the role or maybe not needed? It's substantive about the institution. Could be included in About the role as context.
We need to preserve all substantive info, but we can reorganize under headings. Must not lose any info.
Thus we need to extract all substantive paragraphs and place them under appropriate headings.
Let's parse the posting:
- Compensation And Benefits: salary range, benefits description.
- Job Summary: long paragraph about Director role, mission, reporting, responsibilities, Jordan College description, Ag One description, etc.
- Key Qualifications: bullet list (but in text). We'll convert to
for each heading only if there is real specific content. Must not repeat job title. Must not include Job ID etc. Must preserve all substantive info, no invented or summarizing away detail. Remove boilerplate, navigation, legal, EEO, equal-opportunity, scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions. Also must not create sections like Pay/Schedule/Benefits unless posting actually states them. The posting includes compensation: "The anticipated salary hiring range is $92,000 - $97,000 per year and is commensurate with qualifications and experience." That's pay info. Also benefits: "This is a CSU Management Personnel Plan (MPP) position. The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program." So Benefits section is present. Schedule? Not mentioned. So we should not create Schedule section. Pay section: we have salary range. Should we include Pay heading? Yes, because posting states it. However note: "commensurate with qualifications and experience" is a phrase that might be considered filler? The instruction: "never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text (e.g. 'commensurate with experience', 'not specified', 'N/A', 'varies', 'TBD')". The phrase "commensurate with qualifications and experience" is similar to "commensurate with experience". That is considered filler? The instruction says never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text. So if we put Pay heading and then only that phrase, it's filler. But we also have the salary range "$92,000 - $97,000 per year". That's substantive. So we can include both. The phrase "and is commensurate with qualifications and experience." is maybe filler but we can keep as part of the sentence; it's not just filler alone. It's okay.
Now we need sections: About the role (Job Summary). Responsibilities (Key duties). Requirements (Education And Experience). Qualifications (Key Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications?). Skills maybe separate? The instruction: Use headings for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). We should combine similar content to avoid thin sections. We need to decide which sections to include based on content.
We have:
- Job Summary: description of role, mission, reporting lines, etc. That's About the role.
- Responsibilities: The Director is responsible for identifying, cultivating and soliciting major gifts... plan and implement development strategies... assist in strategy conversations regarding volunteer leadership. Also mention partnership with Dean etc. That's responsibilities.
- Requirements: Education And Experience: Bachelor's degree required, minimum four years of progressively responsible fundraising experience or professional experience in sales, marketing, PR, etc. Demonstrated track record working with individuals and groups, ability to work as team, appreciation of importance of education. That's requirements.
- Qualifications: Key Qualifications (demonstrated success building relationships, strong written/verbal communication, ability to prepare persuasive proposals, proficiency with MS Office and CRM/database, flexibility to travel). Also Preferred Qualifications (Master's or other advanced degree preferred, familiarity with agriculture industry, experience in higher ed fundraising, experience working with nonprofit orgs and volunteer boards, interest in tech-forward fundraising leveraging AI). Could combine into Qualifications section (maybe split into Required Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications). But we have separate Requirements (education/experience) and Qualifications (skills/abilities). Could also have Skills section for proficiency with MS Office, CRM, etc. But we can combine.
Given instruction: Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones. So we could have About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements & Qualifications (combined), Benefits, Pay. Or separate Qualifications and Skills if substantive.
Let's see content: Key Qualifications list includes relationship building, communication, proposals, MS Office/CRM, travel. Those are skills/qualifications. Preferred Qualifications list includes advanced degree, agriculture familiarity, higher ed fundraising, nonprofit experience, interest in tech-forward fundraising. Those are also qualifications.
We could have a section "Qualifications" that includes both required and preferred qualifications (maybe bullet list). Then we could have a separate "Skills" section for technical skills like MS Office, CRM, travel flexibility. But that might be thin.
Better: Have "Requirements" for education/experience, "Qualifications" for key and preferred qualifications (including skills). That seems reasonable.
Thus sections: About the role (Job Summary), Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Benefits, Pay.
We must not include Schedule.
Now we need to strip boilerplate: remove EEO, legal, application instructions, etc. Also remove duplicated lines. Also remove navigation etc. Also remove the "To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above." That's application instruction? It's a reference; we should remove as it's not substantive content? It's basically a link to more info; we should remove as per instruction: remove application instructions. So drop that.
Also remove "Deadline & Application Instructions" etc. Remove all that.
Also remove "Department Summary" maybe? That's substantive about UA mission; could be part of About the role? It's about division mission. Could be included in About the role or maybe separate? But we have limited sections; we could incorporate into About the role as extra context. The instruction: preserve ALL substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to keep the Department Summary content. Where to place? Could be part of About the role (since it's about the role's division). Or we could create a separate section "Department Overview" but not in allowed headings. So we should fold into About the role.
Similarly, the "Fresno State California State University, Fresno is one of 22 campuses..." etc is general university info; could be part of About the role or maybe not needed? It's substantive about the institution. Could be included in About the role as context.
We need to preserve all substantive info, but we can reorganize under headings. Must not lose any info.
Thus we need to extract all substantive paragraphs and place them under appropriate headings.
Let's parse the posting:
- Compensation And Benefits: salary range, benefits description.
- Job Summary: long paragraph about Director role, mission, reporting, responsibilities, Jordan College description, Ag One description, etc.
- Key Qualifications: bullet list (but in text). We'll convert to - .
- Education And Experience: bullet list? It's sentences.
- Preferred Qualifications: bullet list.
- Department Summary: description of UA mission, Lead with Pride campaign, etc.
- Then lots of boilerplate: Deadline & Application Instructions, Equal Employment Opportunity, Title IX, Jeanne Clery, COVID19 Vaccination Policy, Mandated Reporter, Conflict of Interest, CSU Out of State Employment Policy, Background Check Information, Additional Information (Education Code 89521 Requirements), etc. All these are boilerplate/legal; must remove.
Thus we keep: Compensation And Benefits, Job Summary, Key Qualifications, Education And Experience, Preferred Qualifications, Department Summary. Also maybe the "Fresno State California State University, Fresno is one of 22 campuses..." is part of Department Summary? Actually after Department Summary there is a paragraph about Fresno State mission etc. That is also substantive; we could include under About the role or maybe a separate "About the University" but not allowed heading. So we fold into About the role.
Now we need to format.
We'll produce:
About the role
...
Inside we combine Job Summary, Department Summary, and the university description paragraph.
We must ensure we don't lose any details.
Let's extract the Job Summary text exactly:
"Job Summary This Director of Development (Director) is a member of the University Advancement (UA) division and is assigned to the Jordan College of Agricultural Science and Technology (Jordan College)/Ag One Foundation (Ag One) Development office whose mission is to support, benefit and promote the Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, its programs and activities. The position reports through the Senior Director of Development/Ag One Executive Director (SDOD/ED) and works in partnership with the dean of the Jordan College of Agricultural Science and Technology (Jordan College). The Director is responsible for identifying, cultivating and soliciting major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations. The Director, in partnership with the Dean, the Vice President for University Advancement (VPUA), the Associate/Assistant Vice President for Development and Comprehensive Campaigns (AVP), and the SDOD/ED will plan and implement development and Jordan College based campaign strategies and assist in strategy conversations regarding volunteer leadership. The Jordan College draws on its deep roots in the Central Valley to prepare students today to be productive, resilient leaders in a sustainable global agriculture and food sector of the future and pursues its mission through various aspects of involvement: direct instruction and student development; research, scholarly and creative activities; and institutional development. Faculty and students conduct applied research and public service in selected areas of agriculture, food sciences, industrial technology, and family sciences. Programs combine a science, technology and management focus with experiential learning. The Jordan College seeks to enhance the ability of students to be successful in their chosen careers and to make positive contributions to the quality of life in their communities. The 1,000-acre campus farm includes 18 enterprises and is a vital part of the hands-on educational and research programs of the college. Ag One exists for the sole purpose of supporting fundraising in the Jordan College. Working in partnership, Ag One benefits, promotes and supports the Jordan College and its programs. Through the partnership with the Jordan College Development team, over the years, philanthropic partners, board members and volunteers have made it possible to award some 6,000 students with over $12 million in scholarships and program support. For the 2026-27 academic year, Ag One will provide more than $1M to deserving students and programs."
Now Department Summary:
"Department Summary University Advancement’s mission is to inspire and increase engagement and philanthropy for Fresno State by putting the philanthropic partner at the center of what University Advancement does, thereby focusing on the philanthropic partner being the hero of their own story. Towards that end, Fresno State is currently in the public phase of a comprehensive campaign, Lead with Pride. The division partners with alumni, friends and our community to broaden the resources available to Fresno State, strengthening higher education in the Central Valley and elevating our region. Through meaningful engagement opportunities, the division deepens loyalty to Fresno State and its mission. University Advancement ensures that a strong institutional brand inspires confidence and deepens the University’s bond with the public it serves. The division advances communications that elevate the University’s image and reputation in support of the University Strategic Plan."
Then the university description paragraph:
"Fresno State California State University, Fresno is one of 22 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe. Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus. Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce."
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About the role
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Inside we combine Job Summary, Department Summary, and the university description paragraph. We must ensure we don't lose any details. Let's extract the Job Summary text exactly: "Job Summary This Director of Development (Director) is a member of the University Advancement (UA) division and is assigned to the Jordan College of Agricultural Science and Technology (Jordan College)/Ag One Foundation (Ag One) Development office whose mission is to support, benefit and promote the Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, its programs and activities. The position reports through the Senior Director of Development/Ag One Executive Director (SDOD/ED) and works in partnership with the dean of the Jordan College of Agricultural Science and Technology (Jordan College). The Director is responsible for identifying, cultivating and soliciting major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations. The Director, in partnership with the Dean, the Vice President for University Advancement (VPUA), the Associate/Assistant Vice President for Development and Comprehensive Campaigns (AVP), and the SDOD/ED will plan and implement development and Jordan College based campaign strategies and assist in strategy conversations regarding volunteer leadership. The Jordan College draws on its deep roots in the Central Valley to prepare students today to be productive, resilient leaders in a sustainable global agriculture and food sector of the future and pursues its mission through various aspects of involvement: direct instruction and student development; research, scholarly and creative activities; and institutional development. Faculty and students conduct applied research and public service in selected areas of agriculture, food sciences, industrial technology, and family sciences. Programs combine a science, technology and management focus with experiential learning. The Jordan College seeks to enhance the ability of students to be successful in their chosen careers and to make positive contributions to the quality of life in their communities. The 1,000-acre campus farm includes 18 enterprises and is a vital part of the hands-on educational and research programs of the college. Ag One exists for the sole purpose of supporting fundraising in the Jordan College. Working in partnership, Ag One benefits, promotes and supports the Jordan College and its programs. Through the partnership with the Jordan College Development team, over the years, philanthropic partners, board members and volunteers have made it possible to award some 6,000 students with over $12 million in scholarships and program support. For the 2026-27 academic year, Ag One will provide more than $1M to deserving students and programs." Now Department Summary: "Department Summary University Advancement’s mission is to inspire and increase engagement and philanthropy for Fresno State by putting the philanthropic partner at the center of what University Advancement does, thereby focusing on the philanthropic partner being the hero of their own story. Towards that end, Fresno State is currently in the public phase of a comprehensive campaign, Lead with Pride. The division partners with alumni, friends and our community to broaden the resources available to Fresno State, strengthening higher education in the Central Valley and elevating our region. Through meaningful engagement opportunities, the division deepens loyalty to Fresno State and its mission. University Advancement ensures that a strong institutional brand inspires confidence and deepens the University’s bond with the public it serves. The division advances communications that elevate the University’s image and reputation in support of the University Strategic Plan." Then the university description paragraph: "Fresno State California State University, Fresno is one of 22 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe. Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus. Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce." We