Senior Director of Development, CHHS - Search Firm

About the role

The Senior Director of Development for the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) is responsible for securing major gifts of $25,000+ with a focus on gifts above $100,000 including principal gifts at $1 million+. This role partners closely with the college dean and faculty to provide strategic leadership, increasing both the number and size of major and principal gifts.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, and solicit major gifts of $25,000+ with a focus on gifts above $100,000 including principal gifts at $1 million+ from individuals, corporations and foundations to support CHHS and university.
• Facilitate university-wide collaboration amongst corporate and foundation donors that support multiple colleges.
• Manage strategic volunteer development opportunities for major gift prospects.
• Collaborate with URD (VP and AVP, Development) and the dean of the College of Health and Human Services to identify college philanthropic priorities and create successful development strategies for each one.
• Write such materials (e.g., proposals, gift agreements) as are necessary for the fund-raising tasks.

Requirements

The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of the solicitation process within an educational environment and demonstrates a proven ability to identify, cultivate, and build a pipeline of future donors. They are skilled in partnering with college leadership to establish major and principal gift priorities and develop effective strategies to achieve fundraising success.

This individual possesses excellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, along with strong oral and written communication skills. They are effective supervisors, capable of leading and managing a college development office and its staff, while also working independently with minimal oversight. A high degree of self-direction is essential, as they must be able to initiate, coordinate, and successfully complete tasks with accountability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 7 years of demonstrated successful major gift fundraising experience including donor identification, cultivation, and solicitation.
• Experience in higher education preferred.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of the solicitation process within an educational environment.
• Proven ability to identify, cultivate, and build a pipeline of future donors.
• Skilled in partnering with college leadership to establish major and principal gift priorities and develop effective strategies to achieve fundraising success.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Effective supervision and management of a college development office and its staff.

Benefits

At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health, growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects our commitment to your overall well-being. To Be Eligible For Full Benefits, Employees Must Be Appointed At Least Half-time (.50 FTE) With An Appointment Lasting More Than Six Months And One Day. Benefits Eligibility And Offerings May Vary Based On Appointment Type, Classification, And Applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. Eligible Employees May Have Access To a Comprehensive Benefits Package That Can Include: Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.Additional Benefits: Wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance. Candidates are encouraged to review the appropriate CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details specific to their position. Additionally, the CSU Total Compensation Calculator is available to help prospective employees understand the full value of the CSU benefits package and how it complements base salary.

Pay

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources. CSU MPP Compensation Summary Range: The MPP Comp Summary Range for this position is $10,069 - $15,104 per month.

Schedule

This is a regular, at-will position.