Assistant Director of Development

The University of Southern California seeks an Assistant Director of Development (ADOD) to work at the USC Iovine & Young Academy (IYA). Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Development & External Relations, the ADOD will assist in the building and implementation of IYA’s strategic vision for individual giving over $25k and oversee an implementation plan for management of an alumni and parent portfolio to increase revenue and strengthen donor engagement and stewardship. The ADOD will play a critical role in the creation of donor-centered communications, programs, and events that will enhance our alumni and parent giving and support the mission and strategic initiatives of IYA.

To grow a stronger fundraising program, there is a need for systematic research, identification, qualifying, cultivating, closure and stewardship of prospect donors. The ADOD will be responsible for ensuring a strong and growing pipeline of donors for IYA. The ADOD will also be responsible for providing administrative support as needed for the Assistant Dean of Development & External Relations, including but not limited to industry and corporate initiatives.

University of Southern California

The University of Southern California is one of the world’s leading private research universities. An anchor institution in Los Angeles, USC has a large number of international students and offers extensive opportunities for internships and study abroad. With a strong tradition of integrating liberal and professional education, USC fosters a vibrant culture of public service and encourages students to cross academic as well as geographic boundaries in their pursuit of knowledge. For more information, visit www.usc.edu .

USC Iovine & Young Academy

The USC Iovine and Young Academy is proud of our efforts to foster an accessible, inclusive, diverse, and equitable learning community. As a school, it is our express purpose to reinvent undergraduate and graduate education, specifically to meet the changing needs of our students and, through their abilities, society. Through these new models for education, we are intent on providing greater access for students from diverse backgrounds, and especially those who exhibit talents, traits and attributes different from those traditionally sought by higher education programs. With a commitment to cultivating global drivers of change, the Academy is preparing students with qualities encompassing the ability to collaborate with and engage in diverse teams; think critically across a broad spectrum of issues; encourage emotional and cultural intelligence and competence; act with kindness and humility; and effectively communicate to diverse populations as they prepare to become the leaders of tomorrow.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Plans, organizes and coordinates assigned fundraising programs and projects.
• Plans and coordinates activities of volunteer and support groups. Recruits members and provides guidance and support to leadership activities.
• Cultivates and maintains relationships with donors and volunteers.
• Develops and coordinates acknowledgement and recognition processes for donors.
• Establishes and maintains donor records and accounts.
• Conducts research for the purpose of updating and expanding the donor base.
• Identifies budget requirements and staffing needs on a project or event basis.
• Drafts informational and marketing materials for review for assigned programs. Assists in developing support materials for specific fundraising activities.
• May lead staff, volunteers, temporary and/or resource workers, as required. Plans and forms support and volunteer groups. Provides leadership, work guidance and/or training. Schedules, assigns and prioritizes workloads, as needed. Sets appropriate deadlines. Ensures timely completion of work.
• Interacts with other university departments, as required.
• May plan, organize and coordinate special events and activities.
• Attends professional meetings and seminars to enhance professional competence.

Benefits:

USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for employees and their families with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions after six (6) months of employment; tuition benefits for employees and their families; access to professional development opportunities; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses, and tram pick up services at no charge to employees; discounts to a wide variety of cultural, sporting, and other campus events.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree

Minimum Experience: 3 years

Minimum Field of Expertise: Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum work experience.

Preferred Education: Master’s degree

Preferred Experience: 5 years

Preferred Field Expertise: Volunteer or support group administrative or management experience. Marketing or non-profit management experience.

Application Procedure

As part of the application, candidates must upload one document file (Word or PDF) that contains the following: 1) a cover letter, 2) Resume (including telephone and e-mail address).

USC is an equal-opportunity educator and employer, proudly pluralistic and firmly committed to providing equal opportunity for outstanding persons of every race, gender, creed and background. The university particularly encourages members of underrepresented groups, veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply. USC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Further information is available by contacting  [email protected] .

The annual base salary range for this position is $80,968.72 - $90,000.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

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Minimum Education: -Bachelor's degree Additional Education Requirements: - Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: -3 years Minimum Skills: -Volunteer or support group administrative or management experience.