Associate Vice President for Development and Comprehensive Campaigns
Associate Vice President for Development and Comprehensive Campaigns
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$ 150000 - 180000
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Job Description
Associate Vice President for Development and Comprehensive Campaigns
(Administrator III)
Compensation and Benefits
The anticipated hiring salary is $150000 $180000 per year and is competitive and negotiable depending on the strength of is a CSU Management Personnel Plan (MPP) position.
The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical dental and vision plans membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) sick and vacation time and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.
Job Summary
The Associate Vice President (AVP) for Development and Comprehensive Campaigns reports to the Vice President for University Advancement (VP) and serves on the University Advancement Executive Team. In collaboration with the VP the AVP will lead and manage approximately 12 staff. Direct reports to the AVP include the Directors of planned giving; academic units centers & institutes; student affairs; and central development.
The AVP will actively participate in devising strategies and setting goals that achieve institutional objectives; implement a robust system of metrics and accountability measures to provide professional growth and personally manage a select portfolio of highlevel prospects and philanthropic partners. As Fresno State plans and executes major multiyear comprehensive campaign(s) the AVP will educate mentor and advise staff faculty volunteers and senior leadership to prepare them for active participation in the comprehensive campaign(s). The AVP will be a significant contributor to the planning and successful completion of the comprehensive campaign(s). In addition to formal duties the AVP must be a leader and role model for colleagues staff and students; and become an active integral member of the campus local and regional communities.
Key Qualifications
- A deep appreciation of and passion for the mission and aspirations of Fresno State as well as the ability to articulate its uniqueness importance and relevance to all constituencies.
- Successful record of personally cultivating soliciting and stewarding major individual and institutional donors at high six and sevenfigure levels.
- The ability to inspire philanthropic support from highnet worth individuals corporations and major foundations.
- Proven success building or expanding a comprehensive sustainable fundraising enterprise and fostering a collaborative highperformance team environment.
- A transparent collaborative leadership style with superb decisionmaking and followup skills
- Commitment to working in a team environment with shared goals; soundjudgment and integrity; willingness to try new approaches and take appropriate risks; and a high level of energy enthusiasm and dedication to the mission and objectives of the institution.
- Demonstrated ability to work well with people at all levels of an organization across a diverse range of educational cultural and social backgrounds; respect and appreciation for each individual.
- Superior strategist with a holistic understanding of all aspects of development volunteer management and donor relations.
- The intellectual depth maturity and confidence to establish credibility and garner the trust of volunteers donors senior leadership academic partners colleagues and staff.
- Superior listener; clear crisp and compelling written and verbal communication; effective charismatic and inspiring in public presentations.
- A keen eye for operational efficiency and optimal use of resources; the ability to develop monitor and effectively manage a budget.
- A sense of humor a humble approach and a level of comfort with ambiguity; an outgoing and positive personality.
- Willing and able to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed to meet donors or otherwise represent the university.
To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities please click the Position Description button above.
Education and Experience
- Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited fouryear college or university.
- At least seven years of progressively responsible fundraising and management experience preferably in a large public university setting.
- Significant experience planning and executing a successful comprehensive fundraising campaign.
- Preferred Qualification:
- A graduate degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
- Preferred Qualification:
Department Summary
University Advancements mission is to inspire and increase philanthropy for Fresno State by putting the philanthropic partner at the center of what University Advancement does thereby focusing on the philanthropic partner being the hero of their own story. The division works with alumni friends and the greater Fresno community to elevate Fresno State through their engagement with the University. Providing engagement opportunities is a primary role of the division which advances Fresno State and elevates Fresno State students and the Valley. University Advancement focuses on engaging University constituents with the strong Fresno State brand and deepening the bond alumni friends and the communities with the University.
Deadline & Application Instructions
Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. Inquiries nominations referrals and CVs with cover letters should be sent via the Isaacson Miller website using the link below. Electronic submission of materials is strongly encouraged.
Christina Garrison Senior Associate
Rebecca Lyons Search Coordinator
Isaacson Miller
Please click Apply Now to complete the employment application for California State University Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1 their most recent resum/vitae 2 a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest and 3 contact information for three professional references.
Fresno State
California State University Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The Universitys mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25000 including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state nation and across the globe.
Metropolitan Fresno with a multiethnic population of over 527000 is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks San Francisco Los Angeles the Monterey Peninsula beaches sailing lakes and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.
Equal Employment Opportunity Information
California State University Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination harassment and retaliationon the basis of a protected status: race color religion national origin ancestry age sex (including gender identity) sexual orientation marital status pregnancy mental disability physical disability medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno States commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment hiring and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
COVID19 Vaccination Policy
Per theCSU COVID19 Vaccination Policy it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID19 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. Questions may be sent to.
Supplemental Information
Following a conditional offer of employment a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.
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.
This position may be a designated position under the California State Universitys Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six 6 months of assuming office and every two 2 years thereafter.
Fresno State is a tobaccofree smokefree and vaporfree campus.
Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1B Visas)
Required Experience:
Chief
Employment Type
Full-Time
