Senior Director of Philanthropy

SENIOR DIRECTOR OF PHILANTHROPY

Advancement

Classification: Class Code 6111 / Exempt / Full-Time / Benefited

Hiring Salary Range: $120,000 - $145,000 (commensurate with experience)

THE ROLE and RESPONSIBILITIES

It is an inspiring and meaningful time to join the UC Law San Francisco Advancement Team. As we undertake the largest fundraising campaign in the College’s history, we seek a Senior Director of Philanthropy to raise critical funds from alumni and friends of the College to enhance UC Law SF’s ability to impact the legal profession, expand opportunities for students, and fuel innovation through cutting-edge research and programs.

Reporting to the Chief Advancement Officer, the Senior Director of Philanthropy serves as a key strategic fundraising leader on the Advancement team.

The Senior Director of Philanthropy will:

• Manage a portfolio of 125-150 current, lapsed, and prospective major and principal gift donors, focusing on donors with the capacity to make six, seven, and eight figure gifts.
• Serve as key strategic partner to Chief Advancement Officer and Chancellor & Dean to advance fundraising strategies, maximize current philanthropic opportunities, and identify and pursue new fundraising strategies to meet and exceed revenue goals.
• Partner and collaborate with members of the Advancement team, College leadership and faculty to remain current on and share key College initiatives and updates with donors, advancing solicitation and stewardship strategies.
• Leverage communications, events, and meetings to develop and strengthen relationships between current and potential donors and the College.
• Supervise the Planned Giving Officer who manages UC Law SF’s planned giving program, supporting strategic alignment between current fundraising and planned giving efforts.
• Other related responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree, with preference for candidates who have advanced degrees.
• 5+ years of progressive and successful development experience in relationship-based major gifts, preferably in higher education.
• 3+ years management experience.
• Proven success in securing major gifts and increasing donor support and engagement.
• Commitment to UC Law San Francisco’s vision to prepare its graduates to tackle modern legal challenges.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Stellar relationship building skills and ability to build rapport with internal and external.
• Ability to travel locally, nationally, and internationally.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

BENEFITS

Health and Welfare Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts for transportation-related, healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Employee Assistance Program

For your Financial Future

• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and Legal Insurance
• University of California Retirement Plan (a defined benefit plan)
• Deferred Compensation Plans/Pre-tax Retirement Savings Programs

For your Work/Life Balance

• Fifteen paid holidays per year
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Commuter Benefits Program

THE HIRING PROCESS

This position has been designated as “sensitive” and requires a pre-employment background check.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact Human Resources if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Applicants who meet the position requirements will be competitively evaluated to identify the individuals whose breadth and depth of experience and education most closely relate to the stated requirements and the needs of the College. Depending on the quality and number of the applications received, only the better qualified applicants may be contacted for an interview. The position is open until filled.

The skills listed above are comprehensive, and we understand there are great candidates who possess only a subset of those skills, or who have other important skills. If you match some of these skills, please do not hesitate to apply.

UC Law SF is an equal opportunity employer. UC Law SF strives to provide a diverse and inclusive educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding and respect. UC Law SF is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching. Qualified women and members of underrepresented minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.