Director of Development, Humanities and Social Sciences

Job Title

Director of Development, Humanities and Social Sciences

Classification

Administrator II

Auto Req. ID

559072

Salary Range

Classification Range $5,053 - $16,221 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $7,600 - $9,300 per month)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Why CSUF

California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success, academic excellence, and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching, research, and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility.

Department

The department of College and Program Development within the Division of University Advancement generates financial support for Cal State Fullerton, benefiting each of the eight colleges, Student Affairs, Titan Athletics, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, and the Pollak Library. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Director of Development, Humanities and Social Sciences (Administrator II). This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, purpose-driven team and help fuel the next chapter of impact in one of Southern California’s most dynamic communities. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Assistant Vice President of College and Program Development and in partnership with the Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Director of Development, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, will support fundraising activities consistent with the priorities of the Vice President for University Advancement and the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS). The Director of Development will be an integral part of the major gift development team, leading major gift development efforts and direct strategy and execution of a multimillion-dollar fundraising plan in coordination with the College Dean. Responsibilities include strategic individual, foundation, and corporate fundraising; donor and alumni engagement; development events; communications; stewardship; and prospect management. As a frontline major gift officer, the Director will manage all aspects of the donor lifecycle – qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship while also providing counsel and expertise to faculty and administrators. With a portfolio of approximately 125 prospects, this leader will champion a culture of philanthropy while collaborating with university programs across disciplines to align private support for long-term impact. Other duties as assigned. 

Inclusive Leadership Statement

Inclusive Leadership Statement is required below, please be sure to address the following as a minimum. Please add additional information as you see necessary and applicable:

• What does inclusive leadership mean to you.

• A description of your experiences working with individuals with a different perspective.

• A description of how issues of inclusivity have impacted you personally or professionally.

Essential Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field is required, along with a minimum of 4–5 years of demonstrated success in direct major gift fundraising. The candidate must be able to solicit and secure gifts of at least $25,000 and demonstrate a strong capacity to develop and implement persuasive cultivation strategies that strengthen the giving pipeline. Advanced written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills are essential for building and maintaining effective relationships across the organization and with external constituencies. Experience in planning and executing meaningful donor events is required, as is an understanding of university culture and the ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and volunteers. The role also requires local travel to meet with prospective donors, proficiency with general office equipment and Microsoft-based computer systems, and knowledge of annual campaigns, corporate and foundation philanthropy, and digital fundraising. Additionally, the candidate mu