Director of Development, School of Social Ecology - University of California, Irvine

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

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The School of Social Ecology has marshaled its interdisciplinary expertise to focus on areas including global environmental degradation, poverty and other forms of inequality, prison overcrowding and gang violence in California, healthy child development, challenges faced by an aging population, health risks and community empowerment. These efforts have made the School of Social Ecology a national leader in applying basic theory and empirical research to a range of complex societal problems. As the first and only School of Social Ecology in the nation, our researchers bring real change, in real time, to real people's lives. Combining the scientific with the practical, we turn hope for change into real answers that can leave all of us better off. Reclaiming lives. Expanding community wellbeing. And, making a safer world all around.

The School of Social Ecology has tremendous potential to sustain $5 million in annual donor support as displayed this FY where we have successfully raised over $5.2 million, a significant increase to the average funds raised of $3.8 million. 

The Director of Development (DOD) for the School of Social Ecology is a mid-level development professional who works collaboratively with the Chief Development Officer for the School of Social Ecology and University Advancement (UA) to contribute to the development program of the School of Social Ecology and secure significant philanthropic investments to support it. The primary activity of the DOD is externally focused to secure private philanthropic support and the DoD's effectiveness will be evaluated on the ability to achieve financial goals and meet metrics. The DOD reports directly to the Chief Development Officer, School of Social Ecology. The DOD is expected to serve as a member of the School's Advancement team, and to also be a highly collaborative colleague with other development officers across the campus

• Experience-based knowledge of principles and practices of fundraising for a comprehensive research university Required
• Strong collegial interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively in person, in writing, and by phone Required
• Experienced in operating under a prospect moves-management system that utilizes a central database Required
• Self-starter able to secure personal appointments and qualify a significant volume of new prospects Required
• Collaborative in nature knowing that many donors’ interests involve multiple parts of the university Required
• Documented success personally implementing sophisticated, multi-year cultivation strategies that leverage a relationship-building and moves-management approach leading to successful gift closure Required
• Demonstrated achievement in securing philanthropic investments Required
• Ability to work independently with both school and institutional goals in mind Required
• Ability to represent the institution professionally, externally and internally Required
• Ability to prepare complex and detailed proposals and related materials Required
• Attention to detail and thoroughness in completing assigned duties Required
• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects Required
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Elucian (Advance) or a comparable donor/prospect database system Required
• Problem solver who can take initiative and set priorities while being flexible Required
• Team-oriented strategist able to effectively manage complex situations involving multiple and sometimes competing constituencies Required

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $$110,000- $$160,000 (Annual).


Required:

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• 5-10 years • Five years' successful professional development and/or fundraising-related experience, preferably in higher education, OR, any equivalent combinations of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skill and abilities have been achieved.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.