<p>responsibilities include:</p> <ul> <li>Serving as a primary partner to the VP of Advancement regarding the campaign's vision, execution plan, and overall structure. </li><li>Overseeing the strategy and execution of the prospecting strategy outlined in the campaign plan, ensuring that new prospective donors are screened and entered fundraisers' portfolios in a timely and effective manner. </li><li>Directly supervise the Senior Director of Development serving as Campaign Manager, to ensure that the position fulfills all of its logistical responsibilities associated with keeping campaign workflows and timelines on track. </li><li>Managing the hiring of campaign-specific positions, including five additional recommended positions for the Development team, and consulting closely with Alumni Relations on the addition of a position to that team. </li><li>Serving as a primary contributor to all collateral campaigns, and overseeing its development by the Senior Director of Development for Development Communications, which reports directly to this position. </li><li>Co-architecting campaign solicitation strategies with the VP of University Advancement for lead donors during the campaign's quiet phase. </li><li>Architecting a stewardship plan for campaign donors. </li><li>Co-staffing the Campaign Steering Committee with the VP of University Advancement and securing campaign commitments from all committee members. </li><li>Demonstrate behaviors that are in line with the User-Friendly Principles (P530C) and Principles of Conduct for a Multi-Cultural University (P30D). </li><li>Demonstrate safe work practices for oneself, others, and the office environment. </li></ul> <p>Other Duties as Assigned</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in major gifts or fundraising or a similar background is required. Experience in higher education is strongly preferred. </li><li>Demonstrated experience in managing a prospect management and tracking system to ensure productivity and accountability. </li><li>Proven track record in stewarding major gift donors. </li><li>Proven success in leadership, management, and talent retention. </li><li>Extensive knowledge of the corporate and foundation community. </li><li>The ability to provide strong and innovative leadership in developing and implementing programs. </li><li>Ability to persuade and motivate others, and to earn the respect and partnership of SFSU leadership and influential volunteers. </li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills. </li><li>Technical knowledge in a variety of fundraising areas, especially planned giving. </li><li>Function effectively as a member of a team; commitment to participating in activities and assignments that will benefit other members of the team or will contribute to the accomplishment of team objectives. </li><li>Experience in the management of writing and editing persuasive materials, including grant proposals, information brochures, and letters. </li><li>Computer literate and knowledge of university development databases/spreadsheets, including formulas and functions. </li><li>A bachelor's degree or the equivalent in experience is required. </li><li>Must pass Live Scan background check. </li></ul> <p>Desired</p> <ul> <li>Leadership experience in a multi-year comprehensive campaign in higher education strongly preferred. </li></ul> <p>Pre-Employment Requirements</p> <p>This position requires the successful completion of a background check.</p> <p>Eligibility to Work</p> <p>Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire.</p> <p>Benefits</p> <p>Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Life's Transitions. SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students and the customers we serve.</p> <p>We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, 401k, Healthcare Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program, all geared towards the University's commitment to attract, motivate and retain our employee.</p> <p>CSUEU Position (For CSUEU Positions Only)</p> <p>Eligible and qualified on-campus applicants, currently in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9 are given hiring preference.</p> <p>Additional Information</p> <p>SF STATE IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (i.e. H1-B VISAS).</p> <p>Thank you for your interest in employment with California State University (CSU). CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. Because of this, CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California with very limited exception. While this position may be eligible for occasional telework, all work is expected to be performed in the state of California, and this position is assigned to on-campus operations.</p> <p>CSU strongly encourages faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/.</p> <p>The Human Resources office is open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and can be reached at (415) 338-1872.</p> <p>Please note that this position, position requirements, application deadline and/or any other component of this position is subject to change or cancellation at any time.</p> <p>Advertised: Apr 06 2026 Pacific Daylight Time</p> <p>Applications close:</p>