Managing Senior Director of Development, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences - Human and Social Sciences Division (Fundraising Mgr 1) | University of California Davis - Military Veterans

Managing Senior Director of Development, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences - Human and Social Sciences Division (Fundraising Mgr 1) Job Summary DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION The College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at UC Davis ranked #1 in the U.S. and #2 in the world for agricultural sciences and forestry by QS World University Rankings. Through research, education, and outreach, we produce a better world, healthier lives, and an improved standard of living for everyone by addressing critical issues related to agriculture, food systems, the environment, and human and social sciences. Development staff support the college by generating philanthropic support to build on this excellence. JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the Managing Executive Director of Development, the Managing Senior Director of Development (MSDOD) will lead a comprehensive fundraising program for the Human and Social Sciences Division within the context of overall fundraising efforts for the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and UC Davis. This is a metric-driven position functioning as a UC Davis major gifts officer, operating in full compliance with development polices and collaborating with other development professionals throughout the university. This position is a key participant in developing the strategy and planning of development collegewide programs and projects. As such, they will be responsible for building relationships with internal and external constituencies across a wide variety of disciplines in the agricultural and environmental sciences. The MSDOD will build a portfolio of prospects and donors with interest in a broad range of areas that intersect with key college priorities and interdisciplinary initiatives. As part of this work, they will direct efforts to identify new prospects through researching background information on potential donors, developing materials, marketing plans, and organizing related programs/events. This position is one of five senior administrators in the CA&ES division of Development and Alumni Engagement supervising two positions. The MSDOD will oversee fundraising staff and support their efforts to manage major gift portfolios with prospects and donors who have degrees and/or interest within the departments within the Human and Social Sciences Division and serve as development liaison to one or more of those departments. The departments in the Human and Social Sciences division are Agricultural and Resources Economics, Food Science and Technology, Human Ecology, and Nutrition. POSITION INFORMATION Position to remain open until filled. Initial application review will be 05/03/2024. Salary Range $ 94,300.00 - $ 208,700.00/yr. Departmental Salary Budget is $140,000 - $150,000/yr., commensurate with experience. No. of Positions 1 Appointment Type Career Percentage of Time Full time 100% Shift Hours Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm Location Davis Union Representation No Benefits Eligible Yes Apply by Date 03/07/2024 by 11:59 pm This position is based in Davis, CA, with hybrid on-site and remote work arrangements offered. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Remain stationary for extended periods of time during events. Maneuver items (event boxes) weighing up to 25lbs. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work occasional overtime including evenings, weekends and holidays. Hybrid work schedule with both in person expectations and remote capacity. Must be able to travel to donor visits throughout the state, off-site meetings, and events. Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation. Ability to work effectively in an area where there is constant traffic and noise from office machines, telephones, and conversations. The division of Development and Alumni Engagement and the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences embrace and value diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). We are committed to employing and retaining a diverse workforce and have programs and policies in place to ensure all employees can succeed regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender expression, gender identity, gender transition status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship or service in the uniformed services, including protected veterans. In acknowledgment of historical and current injustices faced by marginalized members of our global UC Davis community, we are firmly committed to supporting our Principles of Community and applying tenets of diversity, equity, and inclusion into every aspect of our everyday work and organizational culture. UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience. A minimum of 5 years of major gift fundraising experience with proven ability to cultivate, solicit and steward philanthropic gifts of $1M and above. A minimum of 3 years of experience supervising development professionals. Advanced written, oral and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrated skills providing leadership and support to deans, faculty, volunteers, trustees, and development colleagues in carrying out their responsibilities. Experience recruiting, training, evaluating, motivating, and coaching employees of various backgrounds and identities. Documented experience building a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion amongst team members. Preferred : Master's degree and/or CFRE or equivalent combination of education and experience. Higher Education major gift fundraising experience, including excellent knowledge of all aspects of a college/university campus, including relevant issues for both the campus and higher education including, applicable laws, rules, regulations, institutional policies, etc. Experience or working knowledge of public, land-grant, and/or agricultural and environmental focused institutions. Political acumen, to establish and maintain good working relationships at all organizational levels and with outside constituencies, including donors and volunteers. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Background Check This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity check. Principles of Community UC Davis is a diverse community comprised of individuals having many perspectives and identities. We come from a multitude of backgrounds and experiences, with distinct needs and goals. We recognize that to create an inclusive and intellectually vibrant community, we must understand and value both our individual differences and our common ground. The UC Davis Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that embodies this commitment, and reflects the ideals we seek to uphold. https://diversity.ucdavis.edu/principles-community EEO/AA Statement The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. Salary Range $ 94,300.00 - $ 208,700.00/yr. Departmental Salary Budget is $140,000 - $150,000/yr., commensurate with experience. No. of Positions 1 Appointment Type Career Percentage of Time Full time 100% Shift Hours Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm Location Davis Union Representation No Benefits Eligible Yes Apply by Date 03/07/2024 by 11:59 pm To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucdavis/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRSHRAM.HRSAPPSCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRSAPP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=7&JobOpeningId=55257&PostingSeq=1 The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-40d919e4aea96743b4fb18d5a0240197