Senior Director of Development for the Mission Valley Innovation District

Company: Opt For Healthy Living
Location: San Diego
Posted on: October 20, 2024

Job Description:

Senior Director of Development for the Mission Valley Innovation DistrictJob no: 540255 Work type: Management (MPP) Location: San Diego Categories: MPP, At-Will, Fundraising & Alumni Relations, Full Time, Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)Position SummaryThis position in collaboration with SDSU leadership, including University Relations and Development, Business and Financial Affairs and the Division of Research and Innovation, will develop a phased plan for Innovation District fundraising, with the entrepreneurship hub being at the forefront. In the first phase, the incumbent will identify, qualify, cultivate, and solicit philanthropic gifts for the entrepreneurship hub, currently planned as a 20,000 square foot building, plus programming in the hub. In later phases, or depending on donor interest, the incumbent will also generate support for other opportunities within the Innovation District.This position reports to the Associate Vice President of Development with dotted line reporting to the Associate Vice President, Mission Valley Development and the Vice President for Research and Innovation.This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, at-will position. This 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.Education and Experience

• Ten or more years of fundraising experience in a large, complex organization.
• Deep and broad connections in the San Diego and Southern California philanthropic community.Key Qualifications
  • Proven track record of raising funds for economic development, research, innovation and entrepreneurship.
  • Proven experience in all facets of development including gift administration, gift acceptance, prospect management, research, annual giving, volunteer management and communications.
  • Demonstrated success as a development professional in a donor-centered fundraising environment.
  • A high degree of interest in and commitment to higher education and philanthropy and the ability to articulate a compelling case for annual support of a public institution of higher education.
  • Ability to utilize computer applications and databases to correspond, prepare written materials and manage time/workflow.
  • Advanced degree in a related field preferred.
  • Fundraising experience in a large, complex university or non-profit.
  • Demonstrated success with comprehensive and/or capital campaigns.
  • Planned giving experience.
  • Demonstrated transferable skills are considered.Compensation and BenefitsSan Diego State University will offer a competitive salary based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. San Diego State University also offers a rich benefits package that includes:
    • Extensive Leave benefits: 15 paid holidays, 24 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year;
    • Retirement security through a CalPERS defined benefit pension (with CalPERS and UC Retirement Plan reciprocity) and retiree healthcare benefits;
    • An array of health, dental, and vision coverage at no-cost or low-cost to the employee; and
    • California State University system fee reduction program (fee waiver) for the employee or their qualified dependent.Anticipated hiring range: $150,000 - $161,000 annually.Supplemental InformationInitial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on July 10, 2024. To receive full consideration, apply by July 9, 2024. 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., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration 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.SDSU is a smoke-free campus. SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Rachael Stalmann at rstalmann@sdsu.edu.
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