Director of Parent Development

University of California Santa Cruz Scotts Valley, CA Full-time Education

Posted on April 9, 2024

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Director of Parent Development

Location: Scotts Valley
Job ID: 64781

JOB POSTING

Special requirements - For full consideration, applicants must provide a diversity statement describing their experience in working to advance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Telecommuting - While this is a remote/hybrid position, candidates must reside in California.

HOW TO APPLY

For full consideration, applicants should attach their resume and cover letter when applying for a job opening. For guidance related to the application process or if you are experiencing difficulties when applying, please review the Applicant Resources on our Talent Acquisition website.

INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)

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The IRD for this job is: 02-28-2024

ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

University Relations supports the teaching, research, and public service of UC Santa Cruz by making and keeping deep, heartfelt connections. Building enduring relationships among students, alumni, faculty, donors, and others is the lifeblood of our work and helps to make UC Santa Cruz a thriving community of knowledge, inquiry, public service, and social mobility.

We are a welcoming group of ambitious and creative professionals pursuing our mission in support of the university's overarching purpose. We take our work seriously because we care - but we don't take ourselves too seriously! The University Relations culture is lively and dynamic; we value collaboration; and our staff is resourceful, enthusiastic, and hard-working.

The division is a fun, friendly, and open place, and our colleagues are supportive of and positive about each other's goals and aspirations. We often jump in to help where needed, rolling up our sleeves to get the job done. We dare to approach challenges as opportunities. We seek creative ways to overcome obstacles, at times with limited resources, while keeping our eye on the objective: helping students achieve their goals, providing crucial public service, and advancing life-changing research and discovery.

We hope you are inspired by what we do and are excited to contribute to our mission. We are looking for candidates who do great work, and we hope they come from a number of different backgrounds and experiences. We aspire to build an increasingly diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every qualification for the position but possess transferable skills and experiences.

More information can be found at https://advancement.ucsc.edu/

JOB SUMMARY

The University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) seeks a dynamic and experienced professional to join our University Relations team as the Executive Director of Parent & Family Development. In this key leadership role, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strategies to engage parents & families in supporting UC Santa Cruz through philanthropic initiatives.

The Executive Director will play a pivotal role in cultivating strong relationships with parents & families, fostering a culture of giving, and driving fundraising efforts to advance the university's mission and goals. They have an annual set of established goals, including visits, asks, and dollars. It is expected that the Executive Director will be in a position to secure $1 - 3 million+ annually within a highly fluid portfolio. As a critical frontline fundraiser, they are responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting, or arranging for the solicitation of gifts of $50,000+ from individuals and other family-giving entities.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary: $101,100 - $123,900/year. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.
Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.

Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits

Schedule Information:

Full-time, Fixed
Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
Shift Includes: Day

Employee Classification: Career appointment

Job End Date: None

Work Location: Scotts Valley

Union Representation: Non-Represented

Job Code Classification: 000462 (FUNDRAISER 4)

Travel: Up to 25% of the time

JOB DUTIES

40% - Parent Development and Engagement

Cultivate and steward relationships with parents, understanding their interests and motivations for supporting UC Santa Cruz, leading to gifts supporting the University.
The Executive Director will build and manage a portfolio of 75-100 prospective major gift donor families.
Actively solicit gifts at all levels with a significant emphasis on major gifts ($50K and above).
Meet dollar and activity metrics set with the leadership of the division.
Create and support targeted engagement programs and events to involve parents in the university community (ie: Parents Volunteer Council, etc).
Travels regularly within assigned regions to meet with prospects and donors.
Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of annual and campaign-specific fundraising efforts targeting parents.
Collaborate with the broader Advancement team to integrate parent fundraising into larger university campaigns.

20% - Communication and Outreach

Develop compelling messaging and communication materials to effectively convey the impact of philanthropy on the university and its students.
Implement outreach strategies to keep parents informed and engaged in the university's achievements and initiatives.

20% - Collaboration & Supervision

Collaborate with other university departments, including academic units, alumni relations, and student affairs, to ensure a cohesive and coordinated approach to parent engagement and fundraising.
Potentially co-manage staff with the Division of Student Affairs & Success, who support overall parent engagement (communications, Parent & Family Weekend, etc.).

10% - Strategic Planning

Develop and execute a strategic plan for parent/family fundraising aligned with the university's overall fundraising goals.
Identify key priorities and initiatives that resonate with parents/families and align with UCSC's mission.

10% - Data Analysis and Reporting

Utilize data and metrics to evaluate the success of fundraising initiatives and make informed decisions for continuous improvement.
Provide regular reports to senior leadership on the progress and outcomes of parent fundraising efforts.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
Bachelor's degree or higher and five to seven years or more of combined major gifts and related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
A track record of success in securing major gifts and meeting fundraising goals.
A dedication to and understanding of the skills required to build relationships with diverse communities.
A self-starter who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment and can manage a program with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multiple units in a large and complex organization.
Expertise at major or principal gift level activity, primarily related to high-net-worth parent prospects.
A knowledge of growing and managing teams and individual talent and strategically building and engaging donor/prospect pools.
A high level of professional maturity and tact in interfacing with executives at the highest levels of the institution while addressing new opportunities with a collegial approach.
Demonstrated knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education.
Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills, with a particular sensitivity to an audience of parents.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Impeccable writing, presentation skills, and ability to use various technologies.
A passion for higher education and an understanding of complex institutions.
A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
The selected candidate will be required to work a hybrid work schedule and must be able to work successfully from a home/remote office and fulfill the requirements of the UCSC telecommuting agreement.
Ability to work a variable schedule including evenings and weekends.
Ability to travel to multiple work locations on and off campus.
Ability to maintain appearance and conduct suitable for working in a professional setting.
The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.

SAFETY STATEMENT

All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

EEO/AA

The University of California is an Equal Employment 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. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESS
View full job description and access on-line application:
https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucsc/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=11&JobOpeningId=64781&PostingSeq=1

To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https://jobs.ucsc.edu. A computer is available at the UC Santa Cruz Staff Human Resources Office located at Scotts Valley Center. The Scotts Valley Center is located at 100 Enterprise Way, Suite E100, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. To learn more or to request disability accommodations, call 831-459-2009. Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California Relay Service at 800-735-2922. UC Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The University of California 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. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

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