Working Title: Associate Director of Advancement Services
Classification Title: Administrator II
Posting Details Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Sunday, August 25, 2024 @ 11:55pm PST
Hiring Preference
Not Applicable
Position Summary Under the supervision of the Assistant Vice President, Advancement Services, the Associate Director of Advancement Services will provide leadership, supervision, and operational expertise related to gift processing, donor acknowledgement and stewardship, prospect research, relationship management, and other tools and processes necessary to support University Advancement’s objectives with fundraising and constituency engagement. The incumbent will enhance development operations to assure best practices and high standards of quality, efficiency, accuracy, transparency, security, and confidentiality around the handling of donor information, acknowledgments, and procedures related to all major, capital, comprehensive, and annual fundraising campaigns.
FLSA: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation)
Anticipated Hiring Range: $7,000.00 per month - $9,000.00 per month
CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,812.00 per month - $15,449.00 per month
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Salary Grade/Range: 1
Recruitment Type: Regular (At-Will)
Time Base : Full-Time
Pay Plan: 12 months
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Partial telework schedule may be available after training period, subject to management approval.
Department Information Advancement Services and Stewardship is instrumental to Sacramento State's ability to achieve its outreach, fundraising, event, and stewardship goals. We manage information to better support engagement and fundraising efforts with alumni, faculty and staff, friends, and the community. Our team manages, analyzes, and leverages the data needed to inform organizational strategy through prospect research and management. We are responsible for processing, recording, and acknowledging all philanthropic gifts and for thanking and celebrating the commitments that donors make to Sacramento State.
Required Qualifications Five or more years of progressive experience in Advancement Services in a university or non-profit organization environment. Three or more years of direct supervisory experience in Advancement Services or forward-thinking leadership skills that can balance diverse agendas and points of view in a dynamic, outcomes-based, and enterprising environment. Prior experience with Ellucian Advance (Web or CRM) or other relational database software. Understanding of best practices in CRM conversion and training. Thorough knowledge of non-profit accounting procedures and financial reporting requirements, CASE Reporting Standards, applicable tax laws, and other governing policies and procedures related to the processing of a wide array of charitable gifts. Knowledge of Advancement industry best practices and reporting standards; strong understanding of the business goals of University Advancement to design smart and supportable data structures for facilitating business and measuring program effectiveness. Excellent research, analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills that demonstrate a range of other competencies such as logic, creativity, resilience, imagination, lateral thinking, and determination; ability to compile and interpret data and prepare reports and correspondence. Strong interpersonal skills; ability to build, maintain, and optimize relationships with internal partners, including cross-campus partners, as well as external stakeholders, such as volunteers, donors, and software vendors. Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize simultaneous requests, and meet deadlines. Ability to maintain confidentiality and to exhibit good judgment in making independent decisions consistent with the University’s mission and values. Working knowledge of the fundraising process and the concept of donor relations. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Word, Access, and Outlook.
Conditions of Employment:
- Ability to pass background check.
Preferred Qualifications Experience managing prospect development and fundraising strategies using Blackbaud/Reeher platform. Advancement Services management experience preparing for and supporting a comprehensive or annual campaigns.
Documents Needed to Apply As part of your application, you will be prompted to respond to the following Diversity Statement:
- As an equal opportunity employer with a diverse campus community, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive and effective environment for students, staff, faculty and alumni. What contributions are you most proud of that exemplify your awareness and sensitivity towards promoting an inclusionary environment? What have you learned from working with diverse populations? Please limit your response to 500 words.
About Sacramento State Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:
“As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success ; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity ; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion ; resource development and sustainability ; dedicated community engagement , and wellness and safety .
As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.
To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.
Equal Employment Opportunity California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.
It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html .
The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/learning-development/csu-learn.html .
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Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance & Training as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.
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COVID19 Vaccination Policy Effective May 2023, per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.
Out of State Employment Sacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.
As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Eligibility Verification Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).
Note to Applicants: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.
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