Job Number: 20180679 Number of Hires: Single Hire Job Open Date 12-19-2018 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Primary Consideration Date for Open Until Filled 01-08-2019 Additional Deadline Information Title Code: 0462 : Payroll Title Name: Fundraiser 4: Working Title Name: Director of Development, Social Sciences Department Profile (Specific Information about department/program):
The UC Santa Barbara Office of Development blends the strengths of both a centralized and a decentralized operation. Although all development officers report to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Development, or his/her designee, some are dedicated to specific schools and units, working hand-in-hand with Deans, Directors and faculty to secure private support. Additional development officers focus on specific regions of the country and/or are dedicated to increasing involvement by alumni, parents and friends. A strong central core initiates programs, or provides guidance and expertise, in foundation relationsplanned giving, capital projects, donor stewardship, The UCSB Foundation and other areas of specialization. An integrated tracking and coordination system ensures a collaborative and smooth working environment, all aimed at enhancing UC Santa Barbara's attractiveness to, and involvement with, the private sector. Department Code-Name DEVL-Development End Date/Contingencies for Grant Funding FOC (Federal Occupation Code) Sub-Code BD-Fiscal, Management and Staff Services FOC (Federal Occupation Code) B-Professionals Advertised Range Min (full time equivalent) A little help* Go to Salary Scales Advertised Range Max (full time equivalent) Advertised Range Rate Type Other Advertised Salary Range Comments Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience Percentage of full-time 100.00 Days Monday - Friday Hours 8:00am - 5:00pm Appointment Type A little help with Contracts* Go to Employment Agreements Contract Limited Appointment End Date A little help* Go to General Information on Limited Appointments Is this a NEW CAREER position* No Summary of Job Duties (Note: This summary will be used for keyword search) Director of Development, Social Sciences This University Major Gifts Officer serves as the Director of Development ("Director") in the Division of Social Sciences in the College of Letters and Science. S/he works to optimize philanthropic support for the Division in response to priorities established by the Social Sciences Dean. As a member of the Development Office staff, the Director will focus primarily on this division with the remaining time to serve the campus overall, including special projects, interdisciplinary initiatives and other University initiatives, as appropriate. The position assists the Assistant Dean of Development and other Director(s) of Development in the Social Sciences on strategies and activities to maximize donor support, with an emphasis on global, feminist and ethnic studies departments within the Division, and others as identified by the Dean. The Director focuses about eighty percent time on major gift fundraising activities ($100,000+ level). Twenty percent is focused on other activities related to fund raising, which may include some lower level gift solicitations ($10,000+) and pipeline-building for new and/or nascent development programs, and administrative duties such as planning, coordinating and executing aspects of the Social Sciences development program. With regard to major gift fund raising, the Director is responsible for designing and executing planned strategies for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, closing and stewardship of gifts from individuals, corporations and foundations. The Director works personally with donor prospects and supports the Dean, faculty and volunteers in prospect relationships, in order to maximize philanthropic support for the Division, interdisciplinary initiatives, and the university overall to meet identified fund raising priorities. The Director works to ensure that all aspects of his/her development work is internally consistent, thematically related, and thoroughly coordinated within the Social Sciences Development Program and compatible with the policies and priorities of the Development Office and University. Routinely attends Development Office training and strategy meetings. Minimum Requirements • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required. • Five to ten years of experience in individual major donor development or related profession. Proven success in the major gift fundraising; experience in higher education preferred. • An understanding of the culture of the Social Sciences, and a basic grasp of the social, political, and economic issues that these faculty members study. • With training, ability to articulate the programmatic objectives of the Division/Area with clarity and passion. • Highest ethical standards, demonstrated empathy and a positive attitude in the face of difficulty and challenge. Desirable Requirements • Track record of engaging industry effectively toward funding goals and philanthropic outcomes. • A general understanding of planned giving. • Sensitivity to long-term relationship building and stewardship with donors and potential donors. • High level of initiative, creativity and energy. Special Conditions of Employment A little help* Go to Driver's License Requirements or Background Check Guidelines Satisfactory criminal history background check Other Special Conditions of Employment • This is an annually renewable contract position. • Flexibility and willingness to travel. • Ability to work some weekends and evenings. Other Recruitment Notes Optional Applicant Documents Other Document (1) Other Document (2) Other Document (3) Required Applicant Documents Resume Cover Letter JOB DESCRIPTION FLSA Exemption Status A little help* Go to Exempt vs. Non-Exempt Employees Exempt CBU (Collective Bargaining Unit) 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM) ERC (Employee Relations Code) E Grade Type MSP Grade Type External Affairs Grade Type Fundraising Grade Type Advanced Grade Type P4 Grade 25 End Date for Other Appointment Type (e.g., Contract or 18-month Career) Provision Number Type of Supervision Received A little help* Go to Degree of Supervision Direction Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Demonstrated track record of managing a portfolio of high net worth individuals, soliciting and securing major gifts. Record of setting and meeting ambitious growth goals to expand an organization's supporters and increase revenue. • Persuasive verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to relate to and communicate with a wide array of constituents. • Ability to assess and understand donor needs and communicate the importance of division and donor partnership in achieving the mission of the Social Sciences. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law
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