University of San Diego
Development Manager, College of Arts and Sciences
University of San Diego, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
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Posting #:
5002Position Status:
Full-time regularLocation:
San DiegoPosition Type:
Administrator, University Advancement
Department Description:Giving is paramount in the University of San Diego's ability to support the many needs of the university and its students across the campus and around the world. Development is, by definition, the process of creating and enhancing relationships with (potential) donors to ensure current and future funding. It is incredibly exciting and inspiring to be working at a university that fosters a university-wide ecosystem that strengthens the collective capacity of our students, faculty, staff, and community partners to address humanity’s most urgent challenges through meaningful, sustainable, and innovative collaborations to advance USD’s mission. Members of the university development team are uniquely positioned to be a part of changemaking every day as they work with numerous constituencies within the university community as well as our engaged alumni, parents, and friends.Detailed Description:The development manager for the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) centralized under University Advancement, assists in the implementation of effective fundraising strategies, donor solicitations, and stewardship of targeted constituents to increase CAS’s and campus-wide fundraising goals and engagement. This position is responsible for cultivating donors and prospects comprised of alumni, parents, and friends of the school, primarily at the President’s Club level ($1,500) and under. The development manager collaborates with the Office of Annual Giving to develop and execute the overarching annual giving strategy – direct mail, social media, tele-funding, etc. This development manager provides executive-level support to the senior director and for all areas relating to the department’s multi-faceted internal and external activities, initiatives, and projects. This position manages the day-to-day business operations of CAS’s Office of Development to ensure effectiveness, efficiency, and adherence to university processes, procedures, and policies. The development manager reviews fundraising proposals and coordinates gift acknowledgements. This position represents CAS at events, conferences, and other on and off campus activities.Duties and Responsibilities:Development Management and Outreach:Identify, research, cultivate, and solicit prospects to build a portfolio of President’s Club donors – the university’s leadership giving society with annual gifts of at least $1,500 – and donors under that threshold; assist in the identification of prospects with major gift capacity.Manage the Dean’s Leadership Fund, including management and stewardship of the Dean’s Leadership Circle and production of quarterly Dean’s Leadership Circle Newsletter working closely with the central Office of Annual Giving.Strategize with the senior director to determine best outreach and engagement strategies including social media platforms.Travel locally and outside the San Diego area to meet with donors and represent CAS at alumni events, as needed.Plan and execute donor cultivation events, both on and off campus.In conjunction with the senior director, execute and manage a thoughtful and comprehensive stewardship plan for all levels of gifts to CAS; draft acknowledgement letters, including on behalf of CAS’s dean.Work collaboratively with CAS Marketing and Communications staff to ensure consistent and effective communication.In collaboration with the senior director, plan, coordinate, and execute 10-12 development trips per year for the senior director and/or CAS dean.In collaboration with CAS department coordinators, ensure scholarships are awarded; track the completion of thank you letters to donors on behalf of CAS’s dean, senior director of Development, faculty, and student recipients, when appropriate.Fully comply with the university’s prospect management / move management system including the filing of donor/prospect contact reports.Office Administration:Provide executive-level administrative support to the senior director including making travel arrangements, preparing expense reports, scheduling meetings, and correspondence.Compile and organize materials for development packets used by the senior director and dean for visits with donors and prospects.Proofread and finalize all proposals for donors and prospects; process and report all contributions received directly by CAS.Complete gift processing forms, verifying CRM database accounts for accuracy.Organize and prepare endowment reports; track select CAS restricted and endowment accounts.Assist in managing operating budget; reconcile expense activity and prepare Concur expense reports.Analyze data and create presentations for use by the senior director and dean.Attend University Advancement meetings/workshops and Faculty Fundraising Committee meetings.Train and direct student workers.Other duties as assigned.Special Conditions of Employment:Effective June 1, 2023, based on CDC guidance, the University strongly encourages all campus members to stay up to date with Influenza and COVID-19 vaccination recommendations.Background check:
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.Degree Verification Requirement:
Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.Job Requirements:Minimum Qualifications:Three years’ experience in development, marketing, and/or administrative experience.Must have excellent written and oral communication skills; requires command of the English language.Must possess strong organizational and time management skills; meet assigned deadlines.Need to be flexible within a fast-paced, professional setting.Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.Must have the ability to learn and to use specialized USD database software.Willingness and ability to occasionally work evenings and weekends; willingness and ability to travel.Preferred Qualifications:Five years’ experience in development, marketing, and/or administrative experience.Proven record of accomplishment in developing and managing administrative systems.Proven record of accomplishment in cold calling and success securing person-to-person appointments.Performance Expectations - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Commitment to working as a member of a team and collaborate with colleagues.Strong sense of integrity and ethical conduct.Cultural competency and sensitivity a must.Must have the ability to work independently, be able to exercise good judgment.Must possess exceptional critical listening and thinking skills.Must have a positive attitude and professional demeanor.Ability to establish credibility and rapport with diverse stakeholders.Ability to motivate, create a sense of urgency and gain commitment with prospective donors.Entrepreneurial, creative self-starter oriented toward action and results.Ability to set and meet goals.Must have the ability to act with tact and diplomacy.Knowledge of USD’s policies and procedures.Compensation:$5,546.67 - $5,833.34 per month; Excellent BenefitsThe University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers.Application Instructions:Resume and Cover Letter RequiredClick the 'Apply Now' button to complete our online application. In addition, please upload a
cover letter
and resume
to your application profile for the hiring managers’ review.Hours:
37.5 hours per weekNote:
External job postings will be up for at least five days. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.The University of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the campus community.The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus.Advertised:
July 11, 2024
Pacific Daylight TimeApplications close:
Open until filled
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Posting #:
5002Position Status:
Full-time regularLocation:
San DiegoPosition Type:
Administrator, University Advancement
Department Description:Giving is paramount in the University of San Diego's ability to support the many needs of the university and its students across the campus and around the world. Development is, by definition, the process of creating and enhancing relationships with (potential) donors to ensure current and future funding. It is incredibly exciting and inspiring to be working at a university that fosters a university-wide ecosystem that strengthens the collective capacity of our students, faculty, staff, and community partners to address humanity’s most urgent challenges through meaningful, sustainable, and innovative collaborations to advance USD’s mission. Members of the university development team are uniquely positioned to be a part of changemaking every day as they work with numerous constituencies within the university community as well as our engaged alumni, parents, and friends.Detailed Description:The development manager for the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) centralized under University Advancement, assists in the implementation of effective fundraising strategies, donor solicitations, and stewardship of targeted constituents to increase CAS’s and campus-wide fundraising goals and engagement. This position is responsible for cultivating donors and prospects comprised of alumni, parents, and friends of the school, primarily at the President’s Club level ($1,500) and under. The development manager collaborates with the Office of Annual Giving to develop and execute the overarching annual giving strategy – direct mail, social media, tele-funding, etc. This development manager provides executive-level support to the senior director and for all areas relating to the department’s multi-faceted internal and external activities, initiatives, and projects. This position manages the day-to-day business operations of CAS’s Office of Development to ensure effectiveness, efficiency, and adherence to university processes, procedures, and policies. The development manager reviews fundraising proposals and coordinates gift acknowledgements. This position represents CAS at events, conferences, and other on and off campus activities.Duties and Responsibilities:Development Management and Outreach:Identify, research, cultivate, and solicit prospects to build a portfolio of President’s Club donors – the university’s leadership giving society with annual gifts of at least $1,500 – and donors under that threshold; assist in the identification of prospects with major gift capacity.Manage the Dean’s Leadership Fund, including management and stewardship of the Dean’s Leadership Circle and production of quarterly Dean’s Leadership Circle Newsletter working closely with the central Office of Annual Giving.Strategize with the senior director to determine best outreach and engagement strategies including social media platforms.Travel locally and outside the San Diego area to meet with donors and represent CAS at alumni events, as needed.Plan and execute donor cultivation events, both on and off campus.In conjunction with the senior director, execute and manage a thoughtful and comprehensive stewardship plan for all levels of gifts to CAS; draft acknowledgement letters, including on behalf of CAS’s dean.Work collaboratively with CAS Marketing and Communications staff to ensure consistent and effective communication.In collaboration with the senior director, plan, coordinate, and execute 10-12 development trips per year for the senior director and/or CAS dean.In collaboration with CAS department coordinators, ensure scholarships are awarded; track the completion of thank you letters to donors on behalf of CAS’s dean, senior director of Development, faculty, and student recipients, when appropriate.Fully comply with the university’s prospect management / move management system including the filing of donor/prospect contact reports.Office Administration:Provide executive-level administrative support to the senior director including making travel arrangements, preparing expense reports, scheduling meetings, and correspondence.Compile and organize materials for development packets used by the senior director and dean for visits with donors and prospects.Proofread and finalize all proposals for donors and prospects; process and report all contributions received directly by CAS.Complete gift processing forms, verifying CRM database accounts for accuracy.Organize and prepare endowment reports; track select CAS restricted and endowment accounts.Assist in managing operating budget; reconcile expense activity and prepare Concur expense reports.Analyze data and create presentations for use by the senior director and dean.Attend University Advancement meetings/workshops and Faculty Fundraising Committee meetings.Train and direct student workers.Other duties as assigned.Special Conditions of Employment:Effective June 1, 2023, based on CDC guidance, the University strongly encourages all campus members to stay up to date with Influenza and COVID-19 vaccination recommendations.Background check:
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.Degree Verification Requirement:
Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.Job Requirements:Minimum Qualifications:Three years’ experience in development, marketing, and/or administrative experience.Must have excellent written and oral communication skills; requires command of the English language.Must possess strong organizational and time management skills; meet assigned deadlines.Need to be flexible within a fast-paced, professional setting.Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.Must have the ability to learn and to use specialized USD database software.Willingness and ability to occasionally work evenings and weekends; willingness and ability to travel.Preferred Qualifications:Five years’ experience in development, marketing, and/or administrative experience.Proven record of accomplishment in developing and managing administrative systems.Proven record of accomplishment in cold calling and success securing person-to-person appointments.Performance Expectations - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Commitment to working as a member of a team and collaborate with colleagues.Strong sense of integrity and ethical conduct.Cultural competency and sensitivity a must.Must have the ability to work independently, be able to exercise good judgment.Must possess exceptional critical listening and thinking skills.Must have a positive attitude and professional demeanor.Ability to establish credibility and rapport with diverse stakeholders.Ability to motivate, create a sense of urgency and gain commitment with prospective donors.Entrepreneurial, creative self-starter oriented toward action and results.Ability to set and meet goals.Must have the ability to act with tact and diplomacy.Knowledge of USD’s policies and procedures.Compensation:$5,546.67 - $5,833.34 per month; Excellent BenefitsThe University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers.Application Instructions:Resume and Cover Letter RequiredClick the 'Apply Now' button to complete our online application. In addition, please upload a
cover letter
and resume
to your application profile for the hiring managers’ review.Hours:
37.5 hours per weekNote:
External job postings will be up for at least five days. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.The University of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the campus community.The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus.Advertised:
July 11, 2024
Pacific Daylight TimeApplications close:
Open until filled
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