California State University, Long Beach · 17 hours ago
Assistant Director of Development, University Library
Long Beach, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$5,274/mo - $7,684/mo
2+ years expCalifornia State University, Long Beach is seeking an Assistant Director of Development for their University Library. This role involves building and managing a portfolio of donor prospects, soliciting gifts, and supporting donor engagement initiatives.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
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Responsibilities
Build, manage, and grow a portfolio of donor prospects through proactive qualification and cultivation, with an emphasis on soliciting gifts of $5,000+ and achieving a minimum fundraising goal of $250,000 annually
Write thank-you letters and create donor-centered materials (e.g., impact reports, proposals, case statements) in support of fundraising and stewardship initiatives
Coordinate cultivation and stewardship activities, including donor engagement opportunities and committee support related to fundraising
Support and attend division, department, and campus events to engage prospects and donors and advance fundraising objectives
Qualification
Required
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of related experience required
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community
Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures
Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a 'vision of excellence.'
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering excellent customer service with professionalism and discretion
They bring a strong work ethic, a positive and flexible attitude, and uphold values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and access
With strong interpersonal and communication skills, they can effectively engage with a wide range of individuals including donors, volunteers, faculty, and external partners and are comfortable soliciting donations both verbally and in writing
They demonstrate sound judgment in handling confidential information and clerical tasks and can manage multiple priorities independently while meeting deadlines
Proficiency in Windows, Word, Excel, databases, email, web pages, and social media is essential, along with the ability to build collaborative relationships across campus and with external stakeholders
Preferred
Higher Education and fundraising experience preferred
Benefits
Excellent benefits through CalPERS (health, vision, dental)
Tuition fee waiver
Generous vacation and sick leave
14 paid holidays each year
Company
California State University, Long Beach
Our professional networking channel for The Beach community.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
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DensoHollywood Foreign Press Association
2024-10-30Grant
2022-07-26Grant
Leadership Team
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