Assistant/Associate Director, Annual Giving

Assistant/Associate Director, Annual Giving

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Chapman University does not sponsor applicants for Staff and Administrator positions for work visas.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.

 

Position Title  | Assistant/Associate Director, Annual Giving
Position Type  | Regular
Job Number  | SA55924
Full or Part Time  | full-time 40 hours weekly
Fair Labor Standard Act Classification  | Exempt
Anticipated Pay Range  | Assistant Director: $71,0000-$85,000 | Associate Director: $86,000-$100,000

Pay Range Information 
Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Job Description Summary 
This is a frontline fundraising position on the Annual Giving team. The position reports to the Director, Annual Giving and raises leadership gifts ($1,000 or more) for the Chapman Fund, the university’s unrestricted fund. The Chapman Fund provides flexible, unrestricted resources that support student scholarships, innovative academic programming, and strategic university priorities.

As part of the development team, this position collaborates with members of the Chapman community, including parents, alumni, faculty, staff, friends, and students. The role will also collaborate with the offices of Corporate and Foundation Relations, Legacy Planning, Donor Relations, Prospect Research and Management, Schools and Colleges, Alumni Engagement, Parent Engagement, and Advancement Systems and Operations.

Responsibilities  | Fundraising:
Serve as a frontline fundraiser, managing a portfolio of 200-225 leadership prospects. Meet or exceed established monthly and annual goals for leadership-level gifts ($1,000+), as set by the Director of Annual Giving and UA leadership. Achieve or surpass engagement metrics, including portfolio coverage, number of substantive contacts, and donor retention and acquisition benchmarks. Partner with the Director of Annual Giving and the Prospect Research and Management team to develop and implement strategies to secure gifts from donors and prospects. Utilize the university’s moves management system to track and advance relationships through all fundraising stages: identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Work effectively with internal and external university constituents. Effectively grow the Chapman Fund donor pool of parents, alumni, staff, faculty, and friends by soliciting new donors, increasing the number of leadership donors, and securing donations from lapsed donors. Engage assigned prospects in university events and programs. Deliver a personalized and high-touch experience to prospective and current donors, ensuring meaningful engagement and donor satisfaction. Actively participate in strategy meetings and conversations with other Chapman Fund team members.

Stewardship:Through portfolio management, ensure appropriate and timely stewardship practices are applied for each donor (i.e. named scholarship reports, impact reports, handwritten thank you notes, etc.).

General Administrative: Assist with the planning and execution of the President’s Circle stewardship (i.e. mailings, data updates, events, etc.). Assist in the implementation of and participate in various engagement efforts. Plan, coordinate, and implement multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines. Assist as needed in any and all University Advancement events (i.e., Homecoming, Parent Spring Summit, alumni events, Commencement, etc.). Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications  | Assistant Director: Requires a minimum of two years of frontline fundraising experience, preferably in higher education, hospitals, or a non-profit setting. Associate Director: Requires a minimum of five years of progressive frontline fundraising experience, with a proven track record of securing leadership-level gifts of $25,000 or more. Bachelor’s degree required. Demonstrated understanding of principles and practices of annual fundraising. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and work with individuals and groups at all organizational levels, both inside and outside of the University. Ability to develop and maintain relationships with prospects. Experience in drafting compelling donor proposals, impact reports, and stewardship communications tailored to prospects’ interests. Ability to analyze and use data to inform strategy and measure effectiveness of outreach and solicitation efforts. Proven ability to plan, coordinate, and implement multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines. Ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy and maintain a high level of confidentiality and customer service. Ability to work independently, take initiative, and exercise discretion and judgment. Strong ability to pay careful attention to detail. Ability and commitment to provide strong personalized service and teamwork. Strong technical skills to learn and use enterprise systems, the University’s CRM, and other databases needed for the position. Computer skills utilizing Microsoft Office Suite Applications. Ability to learn and comply with all University policies and procedures, as well as relevant laws, rules, and regulations, including FERPA and best practices.

Desired Qualifications  | Fundraising experience in higher education, hospitals, or a non-profit setting.

Special Instructions to Applicants  | Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Chapman University does not sponsor applicants for Staff and Administrator positions for work visas.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.

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The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening, and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.