& Foundation
Relations
Job No: 562893
Work Type: Staff
Location: Southern California: Long Beach
Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical
Support Services, Appointment Type: Temporary, Time Basis: Full
Time
Join the vibrant community at California State University, Long
Beach (CSULB)!
Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an
inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California
lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus-one of the largest in the CSU
system-serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its
commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic
and research initiatives.
As a member of the CSULB community, you'll experience a dynamic
environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy,
and opportunities to make a meaningful difference.
Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal
relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches,
year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient
access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It's an ideal place
to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California
has to offer.
Join the California State University (CSU) and explore career
opportunities that advance student success and strengthen
California's future-offering competitive compensation,
comprehensive benefits, and professional growth.
Job Summary
The Assistant Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations
develops and manages a portfolio of corporate and private
foundation prospects and partners to secure philanthropic support
for university priorities. The position collaborates with
university leadership, faculty, and staff to identify funding
opportunities, develop competitive proposals, cultivate and steward
relationships, and advance strategic fundraising initiatives that
support the university's mission.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and independently manage a portfolio of corporate and
foundation prospects, driving all phases of the development life
cycle: identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation,
stewardship, and renewal, with responsibility for securing annual
renewals and new entry- and mid-level philanthropic investments in
support of university priorities.
Collaborate with faculty and campus partners to research,
write, coordinate, and submit grant applications, proposals, and
letters of inquiry, with a focus on entry- and mid-level awards
ranging from $10,000 to $75,000. Lead the proposal development
process with grant seekers and ensure alignment with university
policies, approval requirements, and gift and grant compliance
standards.
Lead prospect cultivation and stewardship activities, including
campus visits, in-person and virtual meetings, presentation
materials for corporate and foundation representatives, and the
development of impact reports. Create and maintain the CFR LinkedIn
page to promote external philanthropic engagement, and produce the
CFR Grant Opportunities Digest to increase campus awareness of
philanthropic opportunities and application deadlines.
Department
University Development
Time Base
1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.
Duration of Appointment
This is a temporary position for one year with no permanent status
granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending
date.
Classification
Advancement Professional II
Compensation
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and
qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal
equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.
- Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $5,274
(Step #1) - $6,303(Step #10) per month commensurate with
candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.
- CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary
Range for this position is $5,274 (Step #1) - $7,684 (Step #20) per
month.
Benefits
At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health,
growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects
our commitment to your overall well-being.
To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at
least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six
months and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary
based on appointment type, classification, and applicable
collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have access
to a comprehensive benefits package that can include:
- Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year
(based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid
holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
- Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental,
and vision plans.
- Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS
defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as
403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
- Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver
programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by
employee group and bargaining unit.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Confidential counseling and support services for employees and
their families.
- Additional Benefits: Wellness programs,
professional development opportunities, and insurance options
including life, disability, and pet insurance.
Candidates are encouraged to review the appropriate
CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details specific to their
position. Additionally, the
CSU Total Compensation Calculator is available to help
prospective employees understand the full value of the CSU benefits
package and how it complements base salary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
Handles tasks with grace and committed to providing quality
customer service. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong and consistent work ethic and professionalism complimented
by a positive attitude and a commitment to diversity, openness,
flexibility and integrity. Ability to solicit donations both
verbally and in writing via email and/or letter. Ability to travel
locally to meet with prospective donors. Ability to establish and
maintain good working relationships with a variety of people -
volunteers, prospects, donors, faculty, staff, students, and
vendors. Ability to be discrete in handling confidential
information.
Ability to perform clerical work involving sound judgment, accuracy
and efficiency. Establish and maintain collaborative working
relationships with program staff, academic departments, the Vice
President's office, and a variety of offices and individuals on and
off campus. Working knowledge of Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook,
Teams, Zoom, Power Point, Google Docs, Adobe Acrobat, Canva, CRM
databases, grant research databases, and social media platforms
like LinkedIn.` Ability to communicate with an ethnically and
culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all
university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not
limited to safety, civility, information security, and
non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute
to a positive university experience for each and every student and
assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of
excellence."
Education and Experience
- Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two
years of related experience required.
- Experience in higher education preferred.
-The incumbent will be required to travel off campus and be able to
travel some distance to accommodate potential donors and must be
able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and
weekends.
Licenses
Valid California driver's license required
Application Procedures
Click "Apply Now" to complete the CSULB Online Employment
Application.
Please fill out the application completely. It is important that
all sections of the online application are completed fully and
accurately. Be sure to include all relevant education and
experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you
meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Physical Summary
Sedentary work - Involves mainly sitting. Walking
and standing are minimal. Lifting is limited to lightweight objects
(10 pounds or less).
Additional Information
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions
(i.e. H-1B Visas).
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be
completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will
make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if
the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it
is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified
information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background
check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee
who was conditionally offered the position.
Equal Employment Statement
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB
provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful
discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color,
ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB
complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of
the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California
Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art.
I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable
state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's
Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential
treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status,
and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all
university programs, policies, and practices.
California State University Long Beach expects respectful,
professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of
harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated
appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility
and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected
of all employees.
Accommodations
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees
with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or
requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the
application or hiring process should contact
StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system,
is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires
all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of
California.
As of January 1, 2022 the https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/" href="https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/"
target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CSU Out-of-State
Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform
CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Application Closes: 06 November 2026
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