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Position Number: 1261533
Location: Fullerton, CA
Position Type: Development and Fund Raising

Associate Director of Development

Classification: Administrator I-Range A

AutoReqId: 10526BR

Department: VP University Advancement Office

Sub-Division: VP University Advancement

Salary Range: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

Appointment Type: At Will

Time Base: Full-Time

Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; occasional early morning, evening and weekend hours

Job Summary:
It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from a variety of career disciplines that share in the University's mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.

About CSUF:
Standing on 241 acres at the heart of Southern California, the university was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California's revolving work force needs. At California State University, Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty and administrators through orientations, training programs and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, CSUF Garden Grove Center, Fullerton Arboretum, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

About the Position:
University Advancement serves Cal State Fullerton by building and strengthening relationships with the communities we serve to encourage advocacy, investment and support of the University, its mission, goals and programs to promote student and alumni success. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as an Associate Director of Development. 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 diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

The Associate Director of Development is responsible for individual and corporate relations within the College of Education, College of Communications and the Division of Student Affairs. Under the direction of the Senior Director of Development, the Associate Director solicits private financial support from individuals and corporations and assists in the solicitation of grant support from private foundations. Researches and identifies corporate and foundation prospects that align with fundraising priorities. Assists in providing counsel and leadership to the Dean's Leadership Council(s) and corporate boards throughout colleges and divisions. Assists in planning, marketing, implementing and managing fundraising, cultivation, and stewardship events annually for the Colleges and Student Affairs Division. Additionally, the Associate Director strategically assists the Senior Director with fundraising events, individual giving identification and cultivation, donor stewardship, and prospect management responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:
Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field. A minimum of three years of fundraising experience resulting in securing individual and corporate gifts. Ability to work effectively with the Senior Director and others to research, identify, develop, and execute successful mid-range giving of $5,000 and above including proposals and solicitation strategies. Ability to design stewardship strategies for donors. Experience in managing and executing fundraising events. Ability to take initiative and plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved. Possession of superior written, project management, and verbal communication skills. Ability to understand the higher education environment. Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external constituencies. Ability to travel as appropriate. Proficiency in the use of general office equipment and Windows-based personal computers. Proficiency in using administrative computing systems, MS Office applications, and other relevant software applications.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

Special Working Conditions:
The position will remain open until filled, but only applications received by August 16, 2018, can be assured full consideration.

The scope of responsibilities for this position includes the making or participating in the making of decisions that may have a material financial benefit on the incumbent. Therefore, you will be required to file an initial Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interests within thirty (30) days from date of hire and on an annual basis; and complete the CSU sponsored ethics on-line training within thirty (30) days of appointment, and at least once during each consecutive period of two calendar years following the appointment.

California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the Universitys strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Employee/applicant who submits an application for a position may be required to successfully complete job related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).

California State University, Fullerton is a comprehensive, regional university serving a diverse student population of over 40,000, including international students representing 86 nations. Located on a 241-acre campus in Orange County, it is a technologically robust and culturally vibrant area. Many of our employees enjoy the close proximity to the beaches and mountains for surfing, hiking and mountain biking. The University offers 57 undergraduate and 52 graduate degree programs, including a doctorate in education and a doctorate in nursing practice, in a rich diverse environment. Diverse Issues in Higher Education (August 2017) ranks the campus as 5th in the nation in terms of bachelors degrees awarded to underrepresented students based on data from the U.S. Department of Education. Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education (August 2017) ranks CSU Fullerton number one in California and second in the nation among top colleges and universities awarding degrees to Hispanics. The University is proud to be designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution.

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Application Deadline: 13-Sep-2018

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