Talent.com
Assistant Director of Development, School of Management
Assistant Director of Development, School of ManagementUniversity of San Francisco • Mundelein, IL, US
Assistant Director of Development, School of Management

Assistant Director of Development, School of Management

University of San Francisco • Mundelein, IL, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Highlights

  • Exempt, Hybrid role
  • Benefits package : A robust Employee Assistance Program, access to the Koret Health and Recreation Center, generous 401(a) plan, Tuition Remission, Monthly Commuter Stipend, and more! Visit us at -resources / benefits to learn more!
  • USF is deeply committed to the health and well-being of our team! Visit us at - resources / benefits / wellness -benefits to learn more.
  • USF also offers a positive work life balance and learning & development opportunities. Visit us at -resources to learn more.

About USF :

The University of San Francisco (USF) is recognized internationally as a leading Jesuit Catholic, urban university with a tremendously diverse student and faculty population and a global perspective. We are looking for an organized and enthusiastic events manager and natural project leader energized by fundraising as a vehicle to change the world!

Job Summary : POSITION SUMMARY :

The University of San Francisco (USF) is recognized internationally as a leading Jesuit,

urban university with an exceedingly diverse student and faculty population and a global

perspective. The Office of Development is investing in the growth of our team! Every

member plays a role in providing our donors with the service and attention that ensures

an exceptionally positive and fulfilling philanthropic experience. The Assistant Director

of Development, School of Management, is an integral part of the Major Gifts team and

will play a critical role in our expansion.

We are currently in a quiet phase of our $500 million capital campaign; and this role will

help to build stronger ties with our alumni and surrounding communities. The next five

years will be crucial as we launch several significant initiatives, including building upon

alumni relationships, helping to launch the School of Management’s campaign of $50

million and celebrating next year’s Centennial anniversary of the business school.

The School of Management has eight graduate programs and nine undergraduate

programs and over 50,000 alumni worldwide. The Assistant Director will help to actively

build and support the School of Management fundraising pipeline, assist with supporting

Advisory Boards, volunteer committees, and collaborate with the Dean of the School of

Management, the alumni engagement and special events teams, and help to plan

events and activations to engage with major donors, alumni and the business

community.

Reporting to the Director of Development, School of Management, the Assistant

Director fundraises for all programs and campaign priorities in the College, actively

building and managing relationships and securing funding from donors capable of

making gifts of $25,000+ with a goal of over $100,000 in year one and increasing in

subsequent years.

Full Job Description :

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Fundraising 50%

  • Managing an initial personal portfolio of 75-125 prospects, developing ongoing personal relationships with those prospects from research and identification through cultivation, solicitation, closure, and stewardship. Makes at least 8-10 significant prospect / donor visits per month. Qualifies 24-36 major gift prospects per year. Cultivates and solicits current use and endowment gifts directly, including proposal development. Conducts a minimum of 6 solicitations with a goal of raising $250,000+ in year one.
  • Volunteer Engagement 20%

  • Staffing the advisory boards and volunteer committees for the School of Management. Responsibilities include identifying and helping to recruit committee members and playing an integral role in supporting and deepening relationships with these volunteers and their various volunteer committees to support the mission of the business school.
  • Strategic Planning 15%

  • In partnership with the Director of Development, establish a five-year strategy to substantially grow contributions at all levels and through all channels to the School, increasing the number and amount of major gifts the School receives annually. A critical component of this strategy will also be to secure major gifts from the alumni, the business community, non-alumni and parents. This position will help to implement and manage the Young Alumni membership program within the School of Management.
  • Collaboration 15%

  • Collaborate with the Corporate and Foundation Relations, Gift Planning, and Annual Fund teams on relevant and timely fundraising efforts.
  • Remaining current on programs and faculty / research / student initiatives in the School of Management and at the University as a whole.
  • QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant area and / or equivalent experience or training, with a preference for candidates who have advanced degrees.
  • Minimum 3 - 5 years of fundraising or related experience that is progressive and successful development experience in major gifts.
  • Proven ability to achieve fundraising goals and a high level of comfort and effectiveness working with faculty, high net worth individuals, business executives and community leaders.
  • A sense of urgency in gift discussions and responding to philanthropic opportunities, being adaptable and achievement oriented.
  • Excellent written, verbal and listening skills with the ability to collaborate with and achieve results within diverse populations. A clear and confident communicator that displays spirit, enthusiasm and integrity.
  • Thorough working knowledge of fundraising, donor relations, and public relations concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills, including skills in creative and effective decision-making and problem identification / avoidance / resolution, and project management skills.
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence, and the ability to collaborate, build trust, and achieve objectives within a team.
  • Familiar with and / or ability to learn about USF, including its vision, mission, goals, objectives, achievements, and infrastructure.
  • Create a job alert for this search

    Director Of Development • Mundelein, IL, US

    Related jobs
    Regional Human Resources Director

    Regional Human Resources Director

    Uline • Pleasant Prairie, WI, US
    Full-time
    Regional Human Resources Director.Put your passion for recruiting and team building into action! Uline’s Regional Human Resources Director oversees HR for our 15 U. California, Pennsylvania, Texas a...Show more
    Last updated: 19 days ago • Promoted
    Director of Construction (Client side)

    Director of Construction (Client side)

    Hays • Pleasant Prairie, WI, US
    Full-time
    Hays is partnered with a national leading distributor who is looking to bring on a Director of Construction (client facing) who will oversee multiple projects including new office build outs, indus...Show more
    Last updated: 3 days ago • Promoted
    Assistant School Director

    Assistant School Director

    Children of America • Lindenhurst, IL, USA
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    About Children of America (COA).It is a special recipe of people, principles and pride that makes the COA rich in diversity and strength. Our Assistant School Directors are responsible for carrying ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Senior Manager, Business Development, Cell & Gene Therapies

    Senior Manager, Business Development, Cell & Gene Therapies

    Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC • Pleasant Prairie, WI, United States
    Full-time
    The Senior Manager, Business Development, will play a critical role in driving global sales and business development strategy for our cutting-edge Cell and Gene Therapies (CGT) Technologies divisio...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Assistant Director, Financial Aid Operations (FT), MFRE13542SFA

    Assistant Director, Financial Aid Operations (FT), MFRE13542SFA

    InsideHigherEd • Glen Ellyn, Illinois, United States
    Full-time
    Assistant Director, Financial Aid Operations (FT), MFRE13542SFA.Assistant Director, Financial Aid Operations (FT), MFRE13542SFA. The College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27...Show more
    Last updated: 27 days ago • Promoted
    Assistant Director of Community Engagement

    Assistant Director of Community Engagement

    InsideHigherEd • Lake Forest, Illinois, United States
    Full-time
    Assistant Director of Community EngagementOctober 01, 2025.This multifaceted position reports to the Vice President for Career Advancement and Community Engagement at Lake Forest College.The person...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Assistant Director

    Assistant Director

    The Goddard School • Deerfield, IL, US
    Full-time
    Are you passionate about making a difference in childrens lives? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, supportive, and energetic environment? Were looking for an Assistant Director to join our leadership ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Assistant Professor of Education

    Assistant Professor of Education

    InsideHigherEd • Lake Forest, Illinois, United States
    Full-time
    Assistant Professor of EducationJuly 16, 2025.The Education Department at Lake Forest College invites candidates with a secondary education background to apply for a tenure-track appointment in a h...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Director of Logistics - Procurement

    Director of Logistics - Procurement

    Uline • Pleasant Prairie, WI, US
    Full-time
    Director of Logistics - Procurement.Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158.Are you an expert in logistics, using cutting-edge analytics and interpreting data to make impactful decisions? Then you ...Show more
    Last updated: 13 days ago • Promoted
    Teacher at North Cape Elementary School

    Teacher at North Cape Elementary School

    KinderCare Education • Franksville, WI, US
    Full-time
    Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born.At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the.Gallup Exceptional Wo...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Special Education Teacher

    Special Education Teacher

    Birch Agency • Highland Park, IL, US
    Full-time
    Job Position : Special Education Teacher.Location : Near Highland Park, IL | Therapeutic Day School Setting.Professional Educator License (PEL). Experience working with students in therapeutic or high...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Associate Director of Residential Education

    Associate Director of Residential Education

    InsideHigherEd • Lake Forest, Illinois, United States
    Full-time
    Associate Director of Residential Education October 14, 2025.The Associate Director of Residential Education provides leadership for the educational and developmental aspects of the residential exp...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Assistant Director of Engineering & Public Works

    Assistant Director of Engineering & Public Works

    Village of Schaumburg • Schaumburg, IL, United States
    Full-time
    Schaumburg Court,Schaumburg, IL 60193.NOW ACCEPTINGAPPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF : .Assistant Director of Engineering & Public Works. Interviews will be conducted as applications are received.This ...Show more
    Last updated: 7 days ago • Promoted
    Assistant Dean, Career Management Center

    Assistant Dean, Career Management Center

    InsideHigherEd • Evanston, Illinois, United States
    Full-time
    Assistant Dean, Career Management Center.Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management, in partnership with Korn Ferry, invites nomi...Show more
    Last updated: 21 days ago • Promoted
    Assistant Professor of Music : Director of Choral Activities / Choral Music Education

    Assistant Professor of Music : Director of Choral Activities / Choral Music Education

    InsideHigherEd • Lake Forest, Illinois, United States
    Full-time
    Assistant Professor of Music : Director of Choral Activities / Choral Music EducationJuly 08, 2025.The Department of Music and the Music Education Program at Lake Forest College seeks a dynamic choral ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Senior Director of Development

    Senior Director of Development

    Elgin Community College • Elgin, IL, United States
    Full-time
    Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Director of Corporate & Community Education

    Director of Corporate & Community Education

    Elgin Community College • Elgin, IL, United States
    Full-time
    Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Associate Vice President of Workforce Development

    Associate Vice President of Workforce Development

    InsideHigherEd • Crystal Lake, Illinois, United States
    Full-time
    Associate Vice President of Workforce Development.Workforce Development & Community Education.Hours | Flexible schedule to meet department needs. The Associate Vice President of Workforce Developmen...Show more
    Last updated: 22 days ago • Promoted