Type of Appointment: Full-Time, Management Personnel Plan (MPP I)
Anticipated Hiring Amount: $105,000 - $115,000 annually (Commensurate with qualifications and experience)
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Benefits Include: (15) Paid Holidays, (24) Vacation Days, Comprehensive Benefits Package , telecommuting eligible!
Recruitment Closing Date: Open Until Filled
First Application Review: August 7, 2024
THE DEPARTMENT: The Division of University Advancement is one of five central divisions of the university whose primary purpose is to enhance the private support and knowledge of the university. This is accomplished by initiating programs, events and activities that stimulate the involvement and interest of alumni, friends, parents, corporations and foundations to develop relationships that will foster and stimulate giving to the university. The office the Vice President of University Advancement oversees the offices of development, alumni and external relations, advancement services and annual giving. The division manages and operates the Cal Poly Pomona Philanthropic Foundations which serves as the official entity to receive and manage all contributions to the University.
What you will do Development Work and Activities - Implement and coordinate a comprehensive development program, focusing on corporate gifts through various engagement activities.
- Manage a portfolio of 125+ donors/prospects capable of giving $25,000 or more, using our prospect database.
- Develop and pursue a list of top corporate prospects for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship each fiscal year.
- Prepare and present proposals and sponsorship opportunities aligned with university priorities.
- Collaborate with university leadership to identify fundraising needs and develop strategies for annual, programmatic, capital, and endowment fundraising.
- Recruit, organize, train, and support volunteers to enhance corporate philanthropy efforts.
- Prepare university leadership and development officers for effective participation in fundraising activities.
- Engage in programs to build relationships with donors, prospects, alumni, and parents.
- Work closely with the Executive Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations and other leaders to support corporate fundraising priorities.
- Develop and execute annual work plans, setting goals and metrics for success.
- Represent the university at corporate and government functions, volunteer meetings, and events involving corporate sponsorships.
- Innovatively market corporate philanthropy programs to boost awareness and financial support.
- Integrate corporate philanthropy activities with university-wide programs, collaborating with Alumni Relations, Strategic Communications, Prospect Research, and other departments.
- Provide guidance to the advancement team on fundraising opportunities for corporate philanthropy or sponsorship initiatives.
University Advancement Standards: - Participate in strategic planning, goal setting, and professional development while maintaining high standards of campus development procedures and protocols.
- Represent Cal Poly Pomona with professionalism, collegiality, and confidentiality.
- Adhere to ethical and professional standards, and collaborate with colleagues in a centralized development prospect management system.
- Evaluate and refine development strategies, recommending new advancement activities as needed.
- Comply with documentation, recording, and reporting guidelines set by the division, university, California State University, IRS, and the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE).
Minimum Requirements - Bachelor's Degree Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Valid driver’s license with required insurance.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in higher education or equivalent public or private sector work, including a successful track record in fundraising from corporations and experience in corporate or industry setting.
- Must have demonstrated experience directing partnership strategies to secure major corporate funding of $100,000 and above.
- Knowledge of cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies and techniques, particularly in the area of corporate fundraising.
- Demonstrated ability in proposal writing at appropriate levels for varied proposal development.
- Demonstrated knowledge of methods, practices and procedures for obtaining information about the giving programs of corporations and foundations.
- Demonstrated ability to take primary responsibility for diverse number of projects and to complete them in a timely manner with limited supervision.
- Demonstrated proficiency of negotiation skills and record of success in generating significant commitments from corporations.
- Ability to maintain a high level of poise, reflecting the highest standards of professional conduct and integrity in all circumstances.
- Ability to initiate and build relationships with prospective corporate donors and interact via telephone and in person with institutional representatives.
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of staff in a team environment.
- Ability to travel regionally and nationally to cultivate and solicit corporate support.
Preferred Qualifications - Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE)
- Master’s Degree
- Understanding of the dynamics of corporate giving and ability to relate well to respective leaders.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion At Cal Poly Pomona, we are committed to the urgent and ongoing work of creating and sustaining an inclusive campus where all students, faculty, and staff are welcomed, respected and can flourish to achieve their dreams of success.
We believe diversity strengthens community. Cal Poly Pomona proudly holds designations as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). In 2022, the campus launched the Black Thriving Initiative recognizing that Cal Poly Pomona’s future as a university must be linked to the success of its Black community.
More information about our campus initiatives can be found on the Office of Inclusive Excellence’s website .
Out of State Work The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty-three public universities providing access to a quality education through the support of California taxpayers. Part of CSU’s mission is to prepare educated, responsible individuals to contribute to California’s schools, economy, culture, and future. As an agency of the State of California, the CSU’s business operations almost exclusively reside within California. The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. For more information, go to https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/ .
Background Check Cal Poly Pomona will make a conditional offer of employment to final job candidates, pending the satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). The conditional offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. In determining the suitability of the candidate for the position, Cal Poly Pomona will give an individualized assessment to any information that the applicant submits for consideration regarding the criminal conviction history such as the nature, gravity and recency of the conviction, the candidate’s conduct, performance or rehabilitation efforts since the conviction and the nature of the job applied for. For more information, go to https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/13813878/latest/ .
Employment Eligibility Verification Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. For more information, go to https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .
Conflict of Interest This position is a “designated position” in the California State University’s Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file financial interest disclosure forms subject to state regulations. For more information, go to https://www.cpp.edu/eoda-hr/departments/hrpar/coi.shtml .
Outside Employment Disclosure Executive and Management Plan Personnel employees must disclose all current outside employment at the time of hire as a precondition of hire and at the following times after hire: annually in July, within 30 days of accepting outside employment, and upon their manager’s request. For more information, go to https://www.cpp.edu/eoda-hr/departments/hrpar/outside-employment-disclosure.shtml .
Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) 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. See policy at https://calstate.policystat.com/v2/policy/10927154/latest/ .
Security & Fire Safety In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), Cal Poly Pomona’s Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report are available for viewing at: https://www.cpp.edu/pdfs/annual_security_report.pdf and https://www.cpp.edu/housing/documents/fire_safety_report.pdf.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination As a federal contractor, Cal Poly Pomona will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. For more information, see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision poster .
Reasonable Accommodation We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the ADA Coordinator by email at ADACoordinator@cpp.edu . For more information, go to Employment Notices .
Equal Employment Opportunity Cal Poly Pomona is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workforce. The university subscribes to all state and federal regulations that prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, and veteran or military status. We engage the talents of all qualified workers, regardless of their background. More information is available at Equal Employment Opportunity statement .
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