Colorado State University

Posting Detail Information

Working TitleSenior Director of Campaign Planning & Volunteer Engagement

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202400974AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib III

Number of Vacancies1

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$115,000-$130,000

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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Desired Start Date08/19/2024

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on06/30/2024

Description of Work Unit

Colorado State University is seeking a Senior Director of Campaign Planning and Volunteer Engagement. This position will manage campaign strategy for the next capital campaign for CSU and coordinate volunteers who serve on various college and department councils.

Who We Are

Located in the beautiful town of Fort Collins, Colorado, CSU is a premier land-grant university with world-class programs in education, outreach, and research. CSU has a student body of over 34,000 students, 7,400 employees, 250,000 living alumni, and annual research expenditures of roughly a half-billion dollars. Guided by the five supporting Principles of Community: Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Social Justice, the University constantly pursues its mission and vision of access, research, teaching, service, and engagement.

Within CSU , the Division of University Advancement is integral to achieving and sustaining the University’s institutional excellence through fundraising and engagement efforts. Our purpose is to connect our alumni, friends, corporations, and foundations to raise the financial support necessary to advance the University’s mission and vision. With one of the leading development teams in the country, the Division most recently reached its $1 billion fundraising campaign goal 19 months ahead of schedule.

Position Summary

The Senior Director of Campaign Planning and Volunteer Engagement will be responsible for planning, coordinating and managing all campaign activities and creating a master campaign plan for CSU’s next comprehensive campaign and effectively engaging volunteers who serve on college and department boards and councils.

The Senior Director of Campaign Planning and Volunteer Engagement will report directly to the Associate Vice President for University Philanthropy.

Required Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution by employment start date.

• Eight years of professional experience in fundraising, sales, or strategic planning for an institution of higher education or another large, complex organization.

• Demonstrated success in leading detailed, complex strategic planning processes at large organizations and with multiple stakeholders

• A demonstrated ability to engage and effectively communicate with diverse audiences.

• The ability to travel locally and out of state, and work non-standard hours including evening and weekends.

• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Experience leading campaign strategy and initiatives for multi-million or billion-dollar capital campaigns.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience working in a CRM or other relational database such as Ascend, Advance, or Blackbaud

• Advanced written and verbal communication, must have excellent interpersonal skills. Demonstrated success in volunteer management, strategic planning, and event planning. Knowledge of higher education fundraising and contemporary issues/best practices in the field.

• Demonstrated ability to develop cross-functional partnerships, foster collaboration and gain the respect and support of various constituencies, including College Deans, Directors of Development, faculty, active board members, high level administrators, and donors.

• Successful candidate must have the following attributes: initiative, attention to detail, timeliness, discretion, sound judgment, and an entrepreneurial spirit.

• Understands and is able to articulate a commitment to the mission of the University and University Advancement

• Exceptional organizational and management skills to articulate and realize complex goals and objectives through strategic planning. Previous experience managing budgets and financial processes with a strong fiscal acumen.

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryCampaign Strategy & Project Management

Duty/Responsibility

• Participates in campaign strategy development and serve as a campaign liaison between Advancement and designated areas of the University to support campaign priorities.

• Chair the Campaign Planning Committee as well as manage the relationships with chairs of other strategic campaign committees.

• Provides leadership for the next comprehensive campaign including strategic planning, management, execution and coordination of other divisions in order to achieve goals.

• Convenes work groups, facilitates difficult or complex discussions, manages progress and otherwise makes sure assigned initiatives are successful. Responsible for fundraising support of the comprehensive strategy.

• Develop and clearly communicate efforts, benchmark peer institutions to identify best practices and innovative ideas in campaign strategy.

• Design, plan, and accomplish strategically identified, cross functional projects and campaign process improvements to enhance individual, team, and organizational performance with other University divisions, colleges, and faculty across campus.

• Set goals for the campaign sprints.

• Monitor work quality and ensure accuracy and deadlines of project responsibilities of the team. Coordinate all marketing material preparation for each campaign sprint.

• Work with development units to create feasibility studies prior to launching campaign projects, particularly capital projects. Assist University Advancement leadership council with special projects as assigned.

• Actively engage with both the mission, vision and values of various units and University Advancement. Consistently work toward elevated cultural competency and self-growth on the topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Percentage Of Time85

Job Duty CategoryVolunteer Engagement

Duty/Responsibility

• Develop and execute comprehensive strategies for recruiting volunteers among alumni, parents, and community members to support university events and initiatives.

• Organize training sessions and orientations for volunteers, ensuring they are prepared to represent the university professionally and effectively.

• Maintain accurate volunteer records and databases, tracking volunteer hours and contributions for reporting and recognition purposes.

• Cultivate positive relationships with volunteers by providing regular communication, recognition, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

• Collaborate with colleges and departments to identify volunteer needs and strategically recruit volunteers to meet those needs.

• Coordinate volunteer schedules and assignments for university events, ensuring appropriate coverage and support.

• Evaluate volunteer programs through surveys and feedback mechanisms, implementing improvements to enhance volunteer engagement and program effectiveness within the university community.

• Examines events, programming, and communications with a lens of diversity and inclusion for the audience, ensuring that events welcome guests from all backgrounds and is representative of various identities.

Percentage Of Time15

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current resume, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, feel free to contact Kaitlyn Howell, Kaitlyn.Howell@colostate.edu, with any questions.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Travel

Search ContactKaitlyn Howell, Kaitlyn.Howell@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Will you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university by the employment start date?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have at least eight years of professional experience in fundraising, sales, or strategic planning for an institution of higher education or another large, complex organization?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have demonstrated success in leading detailed, complex strategic planning processes at large organizations and with multiple stakeholders?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have demonstrated ability to engage and effectively communicate with diverse audiences?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have the ability to travel locally and out of state, and work non-standard hours including evening and weekends?

• Yes

• No

• • Will you have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain a driver's license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents