Associate Director of Development, Office of Housing Administration (Administrator I)
Associate Director of Development, Office of Housing Administration (Administrator I)
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$ 80000 - 86508
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Position Summary
The Associate Director plays a key role in advancing student success by securing philanthropic support for students who face housing and food insecurity as well as those who would thrive from the oncampus residential experience but lack the financial means to access it. Research shows that students who live on campus achieve higher GPAs have stronger retention and graduation rates and complete their degrees more quicklymaking this work both meaningful and measurable.
As a member of the universitys dynamic development team the Associate Director will help shape and lead fundraising strategies that directly impact students lives. This includes identifying and cultivating new donor audiences building a strong portfolio in collaboration with the University Relations and Development (URAD) team and aligning fundraising efforts with institutional priorities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Student Support Fund Development: Design and manage fundraising initiatives to provide stipends scholarships and emergency grants for students experiencing housing and/or food insecurity.
- Residential Capital Projects: Partner with URAD to create a building inventory and pricing strategy to support Capital Renewal efforts and potential new construction of student housing facilities.
This is a unique opportunity for a midlevel fundraising professional to make a tangible difference in students lives while contributing to the longterm vision of inclusive student success and campus growth.
Position Information
- This is a fulltime atwill role offering comprehensive benefits.
- Position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
- Standard SDSU work hours are Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. but may vary based on operational needs.
- This position is approved for partial telecommuting with onsite work in San Diego.
Department Summary
University Relations and Development (URAD) shares the universitys vision and mission underscored in the 2020 fiveyear strategic plan. The plan identifies five strategic priorities including: Becoming a Premier Public Research University: A New Kind of Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI); Resilience. Designed to Thrive; We Are SDSU; Equity and Inclusion in Everything We Do; and Students at Our Core.
Units of URAD work together to create enduring relationships with alumni parents donors students and the community to generate private support for SDSU students faculty and a diverse number of programs. URAD handles a range of services encompassing stewardship events gift administration communications and more.
Within URAD the departments of Development SDSU Alumni Planned and Annual Giving Special Events and Donor Relations Marketing and Communications Financial Management Data Management Prospect Research and Management and Operations are making a difference in the lives of SDSUs 39000 students.
URAD had another recordsetting fundraising year inwith $131.9M total raised. Other superlatives ininclude 2251 scholarships awarded 14750 total gifts and 5006 firsttime donors. The latest fundraising success can be credited to the universitys goal of building a worldclass university campus research center and multiuse stadium in Mission Valley to serve higher education the public good and the communitys goals and aspirations.
SDSU has been recognized several times for its exceptional development program by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). With the support of loyal donors and working alongside SDSUs visionary faculty and staff leaders SDSU builds lifelong relationships with over 500000 alumni friends and the community that advance the mission of SDSU.
The Division of Business and Financial Affairs is responsible for ensuring a safe productive campus environment while providing the highest quality service in support of academic excellence through thoughtful stewardship of financial technological infrastructure and human resources at San Diego State University.
The Office of Housing Administration (OHA) is a selffunded operation responsible for planning providing and administering housing operations services and facilities with over 100 employees and over 150 student assistants with an annual operating budget exceeding $. OHA provides housing for over 8900 students in 25 communities with over 2 million sq. ft. of residential facilities. The OHA manages the operation of residence halls apartments conference and event spaces. The OHA supports the educational mission of the Residential Education Office (REO) while providing business operations for all housingrelated functions in support of a quality environment to enhance the student educational experience.
Education and Experience
- Bachelors degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A minimum of 3 years of progressive development experience or related work such as sales and community relations.
- A minimum of 2 years of direct experience in personal gift solicitation and fundraising ($25000).
Key Qualifications
- Demonstrated success in gift fundraising ($25K) that demonstrates an ability to align strategy development/implementation with preapproved goals/priorities.
- Experience working with volunteers and with corporate executives.
- Must have the ability to travel and attend offcampus appointments and events.
- Flexibility to attend events during nonbusiness hours
- Experience working in higher education preferred.
- Experience with comprehensive and/or capital campaigns preferred.
Compensation and Benefits
At San Diego State University we value our team members and offer a competitive salary that reflects your qualifications and experience. But thats just the beginning! Our exceptional benefits package is designed to support your wellbeing and worklife balance:
- Generous Leave Benefits:Enjoy 15 paid holidays 24 vacation days and 12 sick days per year.
- Retirement Security:Benefit from a CalPERS defined benefit pension plan with reciprocity with the UC Retirement Plan plus retiree healthcare benefits.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage:Access a variety of health dental and vision plans at no or low cost to you.
- Educational Opportunities:Take advantage of the California State University system fee reduction program for yourself or a qualified dependent.
- Voluntary Benefits: Opt into additional benefits like Auto & Home Insurance Life and Disability Insurances a Legal Plan Pet Insurance and the ScholarShare 529 Plan for college savings.
The expected hiring salary for this position ranges from $80000 $86508 annually.
SDSU Values
At SDSU our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.
At San Diego State University we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.
SDSUs Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.
Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment
All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act the California Equity in Higher Education Act Californias Proposition 209 (Art. I Section 31 of the California Constitution) other applicable state and federal antidiscrimination laws and CSUs Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment segregation based on race or any other protected status and all forms of discrimination harassment and retaliation in all university programs policies and practices.
SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives beliefs and identities committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue mutual respect and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs student organizations and activities faculty initiatives and community partnerships we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development faculty and staff training student mentorship and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU excellence is built on merit talent diversity accessibility and equal opportunity for all.
Supplemental Information
Apply by May 28 2025 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an asneeded basis and the position will remain open until filled.
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.
San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g. H1B visa).Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a fulltime basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a persons identity and authorization to work in the United States which are consistent with the provisions of theImmigration Reform and Control Act.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
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Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Rachael Stalmann at
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
