Associate Director of Development, Arboretum (Fundraiser 4)

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Posted: 08-Mar-24

Location: Davis, California

Salary: Open

Categories:

Development
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 5088250

Associate Director of Development, Arboretum (Fundraiser 4)
Job Summary
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:
The UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden spans the campus's 5300-plus acres and includes the historic Arboretum - a 100-plus acre campus and regional amenity comprised of demonstration gardens and scientific collections as well as the Putah Creek Riparian Reserve - a rare stream and grassland ecosystem managed for teaching, research, wildlife and habitat protection. Our purpose is to inspire human potential to help people and environments thrive.
Development & Alumni Relations (DEVAR) provides leadership in building enduring public trust, understanding, and support for UC Davis and its mission of teaching, research, and public service. DEVAR provides leadership, coordination and support services to help the university meet its mission of research, teaching and service by building philanthropic support and executing approved fundraising programs that support the university's highest priorities and initiatives.
Job Summary:
The Associate Director of Development is a professional major gifts fundraiser whom has advanced understanding of the field, and who independently performs the full range of responsibilities of a university development officer, analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope, and determines solutions. The results of the incumbent's efforts are focused on securing philanthropic support at the 'major gifts' level, including building and managing a well-documented and active portfolio of individuals and focusses on donors capable of giving $50K or more.
This position plans, schedules, and furthers donor activity on behalf of the Arboretum and Public Garden. This position is metric-driven and expected to raise gift dollar amounts as established by the annual business plan and aligned with the assigned portfolio. This is a fundraising position focused on the discovery, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of existing and new donor relationships. Guided by a 'donor centered' approach, the incumbent will strategically solicit gifts using various communication methods, including in person, video, texting, phone, social media and virtual visits. This position requires good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions, and works independently, collaboratively, and collegially as part of a diverse, matrix organization.
POSITION INFORMATION
Position to remain open until close. Initial application review date is 1/25/2024
Salary Range
$95,900.00 - $189,900.00/yr.
Departmental Salary Budget is $105,000 - $110,000/yr., commensurate with experience.
No. of Positions
1
Appointment Type
Career
Percentage of Time
Full time 100%
Shift Hours
Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm
Location
Conference Center
Union Representation
No
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Apply by Date
2/22/2024 by 11:59 pm

This position is based in Davis, CA and may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including a hybrid schedule.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Remain stationary for extended periods of time during events.
• Move items weighing up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Valid California driver's license to attend meetings, conferences and other special events.
• Work flexible schedule including evenings and weekends to meet operational needs.
• 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.
• The division of Development and Alumni Relations (DEVAR) and the Arboretum & Public Garden embrace(s) and value(s) 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.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• Professional fundraising experience, preferably in a higher educational environment, with proven ability to meet or exceed established metrics and objectives assigned to the position.
• Professional knowledge of and experience with development and fundraising techniques, including prospect identification research, evaluation of historic gift data, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and donor stewardship. Experience in major gifts prospect portfolio management as a frontline fundraiser, including knowledge of proven cultivation/solicitation techniques for gifts at all dollar levels with identified success in major gift fundraising.
• Demonstrated success soliciting and securing philanthropic gifts. Successful track record developing strategic relationships with individuals.
• Expert written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Skill in setting and meeting program/project goals and objectives within budget and time constraints.

Preferred:

• Demonstrated experience working effectively with donors and prospects as well as with their legal and financial advisors, university colleagues, volunteers and senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collegially in a highly matrixed, diverse environment, across all levels of the organization and the public.
• Awareness, knowledge, and skill in applying diversity, equity and inclusion to one's work. A profound belief in the value of a diverse and safe workforce and a commitment to achieve this goal through collaboration and team building, working cooperatively with a diverse group of department and campus constituencies.

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
$95,900.00 - $189,900.00/yr.
Departmental Salary Budget is $105,000 - $110,000/yr., commensurate with experience.
No. of Positions
1
Appointment Type
Career
Percentage of Time
Full time 100%
Shift Hours
Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm
Location
Conference Center
Union Representation
No
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Apply by Date
2/22/2024 by 11:59 pm
To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucdavis/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=7&JobOpeningId=63081&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.
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UC Davis is the home of the Aggies — go-getters, change makers and problem solvers who make their mark at one of the top public universities in the United States. Since we first opened in 1908, we’ve been known for standout academics, sustainability and Aggie Pride as well as valuing the Northern California lifestyle. These themes are woven into our 100-plus-year history and our reputation for solving problems related to food, health, the environment and society.Our 5,300-acre campus is in the city of Davis, a vibrant college town of about 68,000 located in Yolo County. The state capital is 20 minutes away, and world-class destinations such as the San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe and the Napa Valley are within a two-hour drive.
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