Director of Fundraising for the College of Arts & Humanities

Director of Fundraising for the College of Arts and Humanities
(Administrator II)

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated hiring salary is $92,000 - $97,000 per year and is competitive and negotiable depending on the strength of qualifications. 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. A summary of benefit information can be found here.

 

Job Summary

This position is a member of the University Advancement division and reports to the Associate Vice President for Development and Comprehensive Campaigns (AVP) and works in partnership with the dean of the College of Arts and Humanities. The Director of Development is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major and principal gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations. The Director, in partnership with the AVP and dean, will plan and implement development and campaign strategies, and assist in strategy conversations on volunteer leadership.

 

Key Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record in working with individuals and groups, ability to work as a member of a team, recognition of the importance of education to individuals and society.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communication skills.
• Highly motivated and proven self-starter, creative and entrepreneurial characteristics.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, alumni and friends of the university from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Flexibility to travel as needed to develop and maintain relationships.
• Competency and experience with the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email and the internet.
• History of regular attendance and positive performance evaluations.

To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above.

 

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum of four years of increasingly responsible and successful fundraising experience or professional experience with transferable skills such as sales, marketing or public relations.
• Demonstrated track record in working with individuals and groups, ability to work as a member of a team, recognition of the importance of education to individuals and society.
• Exposure to management, including budgetary responsibilities.
• Experience with a nonprofit organization.
• Experience with capital/comprehensive campaigns and/or specific experience in major gift solicitation, corporate foundation relations or constituent relations.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
    • Master's or other advanced degree preferred.
    • Experience/background in higher education.
    • Experience with alumni/philanthropic partner databases and campus applications such as Advance, Reeher or Raiser’s Edge.

 

Department Summary

University Advancement’s mission is to inspire and increase 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. The division works with alumni, friends, and the greater Fresno community to elevate Fresno State through their engagement with the University. Providing engagement opportunities is a primary role of the division, which advances Fresno State and elevates Fresno State students and the Valley. University Advancement focuses on engaging University constituents with the strong Fresno State brand and deepening the bond alumni, friends, and the communities with the University.

The College of Arts and Humanities at Fresno State provides a diverse student population with the communication skills, humanistic values and cultural awareness that form the foundation of scholarship. The college offers intellectual and artistic programs that engage students and faculty and the community in collaboration, dialogue, and discovery. These programs help preserve, illuminate, and nourish the arts and humanities for the campus and for the wider community. More information can be found on the college’