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University of the Pacific


Job Title:
AVP Alumni Engagement & Annual Giving

The AVP Alumni Engagement & Annual Giving provides strategic leadership and management of a university-wide alumni engagement and annual giving program to support the university’s mission and institutional priorities. The AVP will establish and foster lifelong connections and loyalty among alumni in order to develop a culture of engagement and philanthropy with the University of the Pacific.

Job Description:

- Leads and implements effective alumni programming that fosters a culture of engagement and pride among alumni, students, the campus community, and other key stakeholders.

- Oversees the annual giving team that is responsible for securing philanthropic support for schools/units and strategic initiatives. Ensures annual giving goals are met and plans are in place to increase fundraising results each year.

- Collaborates with the University leadership, deans and faculty to develop alumni programming and annual giving plans to support academic and university priorities. Ensures that deans, faculty, staff and students are developing meaningful connections with alumni.

- Bills and oversees a nationwide alumni club structure in geographic markets with large concentrations of alumni to maintain connections with the university and among alumni. 

- Provides leadership for the Pacific Alumni Association board of directors and its programs. - Ensures the work of the board is in alignment with the university’s goals and priorities.

- Engages alumni leaders in meaningful volunteer roles on and off campus. Ensures continuity, diversity and capability in the volunteer pipeline.

- Partners closely with the strategic communications and development communications teams to create and execute a plan to effectively communicate with alumni and donors through a variety of channels. - Leads university-wide alumni events, including Homecoming and Family Weekend and reunions.

Supervises and motivates staff as well as ensures each member has well-defined and measurable goals.

- Reports directly to the Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations and is a member of the division’s leadership team.

- Performs other related duties as requested or assigned.


University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.


Minimum Qualifications

- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

- Seven (7) years of progressive experience in alumni relations and development in higher education or not for profit organization.


Preferred Qualifications

- Service experience on University Committees and Professional Organizations.

- Thorough knowledge of principles of practice and methods for the operation of a successful alumni and annual giving program.

- Demonstrated team-building and management skills.

- Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills. 

- Demonstrated ability to foster productive relationships with volunteers and develop volunteer leadership.

- Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close attention to detail and prioritization to meet deadlines.

- Ability to thrive in a team environment to achieve institutional goals. 

- High professional and ethical standards for handling confidential information.

- Experience applying CASE standards for Alumni Relations in daily work.

- Positive attitude, proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion.

- Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.

- Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.

- Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.


Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using computer keyboard and phone. Frequent standing, walking across campus, climbing stairs, bending, stooping and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.


Work Environment/Work Week/Travel

Work is frequently performed in a standard office environment with use of computer and phone. Must be prepared to work non-business hours and weekends. Frequent travel both local and overnight for work and education/training. Frequent use of laptops and cellular devices to access data while traveling.

Valid driver’s license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University’s fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.


Hiring Range: $123,582.58 - $169,917.60 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.


Background Check Statement

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.


AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years. AA/EEO Policy Statement University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.


How to Apply: Online  https://pacific.peopleadmin.com/postings/29755

Carnegie Arts Center

Job Title: Development Manager

The Carnegie Arts Center, located in the heart of the Central Valley, is a hub for vibrant
creativity—including exhibitions, classes, programs, field trips, and activities in all artistic genres.  The CAC is dedicated to promoting local artists while also bringing in creative views from throughout the state and beyond.

Position:
The CAC seeks an experienced and effective Development Manager to work with the
Executive Director to set and achieve fundraising goals, develop strategies to secure major gifts, and create a planned giving program to secure financial sustainability. The Development Manager will cultivate and solicit individual and corporate donations and will inspire and utilize the Board of Directors in development efforts. A passion for the arts and education is highly desirable.

Salary:
$40-50/hr. based on experience. This is a part-time position (20 hrs/week), with
flexible schedule.

For a full job description and how to apply:  https://carnegieartsturlock.org/join/careers/

United Samaritans Foundation

Job Title:                   Fund Development Specialist  

Salary:                      $28.00 - $40.00/hr. Based on experience        

Job Classification:    Part Time (20 hrs/week) with a flexible schedule

Work Arrangement:  Hybrid (On Site and Remote) 

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to: linda@unitedsamaritans.org


Position Summary:

The Fund Development position plays a crucial role in creating and implementing all fundraising strategies to support United Samaritans Foundation (USF) and its mission.

This position is a part time position, requiring a commitment of approximately 20 hours/week. Time commitments would increase as needed to accommodate the annual fundraising event, Legacy of Hope. This position is eligible to work hybrid (on site and remote). 

About the Organization:

United Samaritans Foundation is a nonprofit established 30 years ago to deliver food to  people in need in Stanislaus County and to assist them in a transition to a better quality of life. Advocating for the poor and providing food is the central goal for United Samaritans Foundation. Commercial kitchens are used to prepare food and food trucks deliver the meals to highly dense areas of poverty in Stanislaus County. 

Responsibilities

This position requires an emphasis on setting and meeting fundraising goals, clear writing, data analysis and project management skills to ensure that funding is available to grow and maintain agency and programs. The need to acquire and maintain sound knowledge and understanding of the agency to comprehend programs will be critical. In addition::

      Support and work under the supervision of the Executive Director in collaboration with the staff to expand and implement the agency's budget.
      Provide Executive Director with monthly fundraising reports to be presented to the Board of Directors.
      Identify, cultivate and solicit existing and prospective donors for major gifts and estate planned gifts.
      Collaborate with the Director of Operations to maintain current relationships with in-kind donors as well as building or expanding a new in-kind donor base.
      Create and manage strong partnership with regional civic organizations and service clubs to assist with annual fundraising support.
      Develop and update marketing materials to support USF fundraising initiatives and programs (i.e. Direct mailers, monthly newsletter, annual fundraising appeals,
        annual Legacy of Hope materials).

      Assist the annual Legacy of Hope fundraiser committee with the planning and execution of this vital fundraising event, in order to meet annual USF fundraising
        goals.
      Optimize and continue to build development database to strategically plan and fundraising activities deadlines and help meet fundraising deadlines and achieve
        or exceed fundraising goals.
      Create and execute strategic fundraising annual plan to meet or exceed fundraising goals. 
      Explore, develop and implement new fundraising opportunities while building community awareness of USF's mission and vision.

 

Qualifications:

      Demonstrated experience in non-profit fundraising.
      Possess effective writing skills with an emphasis on clarity and outcome measurement. 
      Utilize organizational skills that demonstrate the ability to handle fundraising deadlines
      Demonstrate proficiency in data analysis, attention to detail, and project management. 
      Utilize organizational skills that are varied, flexible and adaptable to the needs of the agency
      Demonstrate a level of proficiency in technology such as: Excel, Access and Microsoft Office, etc. 
      Demonstrate sound judgement in situations requiring independent decision-making and in handling confidential and sensitive material
      Demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as a valued team member
      Display a
commitment to the agency's mission.