Director of Development, Planned Giving (Administrator II)

Job/Department Summary

The Director of Development, Planned Giving serves as the institution’s lead strategist and frontline fundraiser for planned and deferred gifts. This position is responsible for building, growing, and sustaining a comprehensive planned giving program that advances the University’s long-term philanthropic priorities. As a senior member of the Development team, the Director focuses on securing estate commitments and other deferred gifts, generating a minimum of $2 million annually in documented planned gift commitments. The role emphasizes donor education, legacy society stewardship, strategic marketing, and collaboration with development colleagues to integrate planned giving into overall fundraising strategy.

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• AND A minimum of three years of experience in major gift and annual leadership gift fundraising for higher education or an equivalent.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following as they may be considered specialized skills:

• Advanced degree or professional credential such as CFRE, CAP, or similar.
• Experience building or significantly expanding a planned giving program.
• Experience in higher education advancement or a complex nonprofit organization.
• Familiarity with planned giving marketing platforms and third-party website vendors.
• Experience managing legacy societies and structured stewardship programs.
• Comfort collaborating with legal, financial, and tax professionals.

Time Base

Full-time

Pay Plan

12/12

Work Schedule

Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm, Summer: Mon-Thurs 7:00am-5:30pm

Anticipated Hiring Range

$110,000 - $120,000 per year. Salary commensurate with education and experience of the individual selected.

Benefits

This position qualifies for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible). CSU, Chico offers a number of benefits to its employees (e.g., sick leave, vacation, health insurance). For more information please visit here.

About Chico State

Graduate and undergraduate programs boast high-quality research experiences, exceptional faculty mentoring, and civic and global engagement opportunities. The campus motto, “Today Decides Tomorrow,” is brought to life by inclusive pedagogy, experiential learning, and co-curricular programming. The Chico Experience prepares students to be critical thinkers, engaged citizens, and inspired stewards of environmental, social, and economic resources. Together, they will become leaders solving the challenges of the 21st century.

California State University, Chico, in accordance with CSU policy, requires that the successful candidate complete a background check (including a criminal records check, sexual offender registry check, and/or fingerprinting) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive.

This position is a Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act (HEERA) designated managerial position and comes under the Management Personnel Plan (MPP) of the California State University. Individuals appointed to management positions serve at the pleasure of the President or designee. They are excluded from the collective bargaining process, are not subject to probationary service, and do not receive tenure or permanent status. This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Chico State is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).

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Open Until Filled (Review of Applications will begin 05/11/26. Applications received after that date may be considered.)