Director of Business Development - Cal State Monterey Bay
ID: 101842
Application Deadline: 11/4/2024
Category: Development
Company: CSU Monterey Bay
Job Locations: US-CA-Monterey
At a glance:
CSU Monterey Bay is seeking a Director of Business Development to lead strategic fundraising efforts during the third year of our $250M blended campaign, set to elevate the university's impact. Located in beautiful Monterey, CA, just minutes from the beach, this role offers a seamless transition with relocation assistance and staff housing available. As the university approaches its 30th anniversary in 2025, you'll leverage your sales, marketing, or relationship-building skills to secure major financial commitments and collaborate with academic leadership to drive key initiatives. If you're ready to make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you!
Description: What you'll be doing
Cal State Monterey Bay is recruiting a Director of Business Development to join their team onsite in Monterey, California.
Here's a little about CSU Monterey Bay and the position:
Founded in 1994 on the historic site of Fort Ord, Cal State Monterey Bay is one of the youngest campuses in the California State University system, yet it has quickly established itself as a leader in higher education. Our university is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diverse students receive personalized attention in small class settings, ensuring transformative learning experiences.
About the role:
As the Director of Business Development at CSU Monterey Bay, you'll lead strategic fundraising initiatives that support our vibrant institution. This is an incredible opportunity to leverage your sales or marketing expertise to cultivate meaningful relationships and help shape the future of our university.
Key Responsibilities:
Cultivate Relationships: Build and manage a dynamic portfolio of donors and prospective supporters (75-125) to secure major gift commitments aligned with CSU Monterey Bay's fundraising goals.Engage Actively: Make 12 to 15 meaningful contacts each month.Strategize for Success: Develop compelling written engagement and solicitation strategies that guide prospective donors through the cultivation and stewardship cycle.Collaborate with Key Campus Partners: Work closely with assigned academic colleges or programs, partnering with Deans, faculty, and staff to ensure our development efforts align with their needs and goals.Support Annual Giving: Contribute to our Annual Gift program, nurturing relationships with your assigned prospects to enhance ongoing support for the university.Strategic Planning Support: Assist the Vice President for University Advancement in crafting and executing a strategic development plan.Embrace Variety: Engage in committee work and special projects that enhance our development processes.Event Management: Occasionally organize and present special events designed to engage prospective philanthropic partners.Manage Campaigns: Oversee college-based solicitations and special campaigns, interfacing with internal partners on strategies and scripts for solicitation.What you will bring:
- Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Minimum of three years of successful fundraising experience or transferable skills such as sales, marketing, or public relations.
- Experience with a nonprofit organization, demonstrating an understanding of philanthropic principles and practices a plus.
- Familiarity with a CRM (Customer Relationship Management) solution.
- Technical fluency with Microsoft Office Professional Suite, Raiser's Edge, and Google mail and calendaring programs.
Why a career with CSU is for You:
The CSU system offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary: Employee Benefits Summary.
- Immerse yourself: Enjoy renowned sporting events, artist events, world-renowned speakers, and all campus has to offer.
- Tuition waiver: Up to 2 courses, or 6 units, per semester for employee, spouse, registered domestic partner, or eligible dependent child for any of the 23 campuses.
- Mission-driven culture: Transforming the lives of a diverse student body, including first-generation students and under-represented communities.
- Jury duty: The CSU will continue an employee's salary while they are on jury duty, regardless of length of jury service.
- CalPERS Retirement Plan: CalPERS is a defined benefit retirement pension plan. Lifetime medical benefits for you, your spouse, or registered domestic partner.
- 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plan: Similar to a 401k plan.
- Employees in this classification are entitled to two vacation days (16 hours) per month.
- A healthier you: Access to athletic and gym facilities on campus.
- Transportation support: Pre-tax commuter benefits.
The California State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws.
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