Director of Development, College of Arts, Media & Communication

Director of Development, College of Arts, Media & Communication

Job no : 549861

Work type : Management (MPP)

Location : Northridge

Categories : MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

At CSUN we aspire to continually grow as an inclusive, cooperative community!

CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. As a leader you will have the opportunity to thrive in a community in which our leaders share common traits as identified in our Leadership Principles If this sounds like you, you've come to the right place.

Responsibilities

Under general supervision, the Director of Development is responsible for leading a comprehensive fundraising program by cultivating significant relationships, preparing impactful proposals, and driving major gift initiatives. The role emphasizes collaboration, effective communication, and strategic event planning to advance philanthropic support for college priorities.

• Raises private gift support from a combination of individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Writes and / or supervises the writing of proposals, supporting documents and other correspondence.
• Identifies, qualifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards major gifts of $25,000 or more.
• Oversees and organizes special cultivation and fundraising events for the College.
• Ensures best practices and procedures are followed related to data management and prospect management.
• As a leader, demonstrates a commitment to student success that is mission aligned with the university's vision, values and priorities. Establishes an ethical and collegial work environment, promoting a collaborative, accountable and inclusive team. Encourages a courageous and resilient solution-oriented environment by participating in new opportunities to further the mission of the university. Participates in developing initiatives that further support the campus mission with a service-oriented and catalytic mind set. Strengthens employees by being communicative and a talent builder that develops team attributes, furthering departmental goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications :

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Leadership

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

General Information

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.

Advertised : Aug 14 2025 Pacific Daylight Time

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