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The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world’s leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.
We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our Strategic Plan.
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Departmental Overview
The College of Computing, Data Science, and Society (CDSS) is a dynamic, innovative new college at UC Berkeley that represents a once-in-a-generation transformation. The College brings together faculty, researchers, staff and students from computing, statistics, the humanities, and social and natural sciences, mirroring the cross-cutting nature of data science and redefining the
research university for the digital age.
Core to the College Is a commitment to examining how the digital revolution affects equity and opportunity—and building the capacity to respond to these challenges. CDSS was created to meet the opportunities and demands of a world where data, machine learning, and artificial intelligence inform practice and policy in virtually every arena.
The College connects the Data Science Undergraduate Studies program, Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences, Department of Statistics, the Berkeley Institute for Data Science, Computational Precision Heath, and the Center for Computational Biology. The College is responsible for growing Berkeley’s broad-based undergraduate programs in data science, computing, statistics and other interdisciplinary programs, including classes and programs serving thousands of undergraduate students a year.
This role is reporting to the Assistant Dean, Development, the Director of Development will join CDSS’ Development team at a critical juncture. The Director of Development will serve as an essential partner in the creation and evolution of fundraising in the College of Computing, Data Science, and Society. The Director will work with the Executive Assistant Dean, Assistant Dean and other campus leaders to conceive, develop, implement, and manage fundraising initiatives to meet CDSS priorities, primarily through managing a fundraising portfolio and in collaboration on joint efforts with peers in the colleges and schools and with University Development and Alumni Relations colleagues. With a focus on leadership/major/principal gifts to support computing and data science education and research across the Berkeley campus, the Director will identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donor prospects alone or in partnership with campus leadership or peers. This Director’s portfolio will be primarily focused on individuals. Some corporate and foundation solicitation will be managed by this position. The position is expected to raise gift dollar amounts as established at each specialization and meet predetermined fundraising metrics, e.g. major gift officers are expected to raise a minimum of $1 million annually.
Visit this website to learn more about the future home of CDSS in the new Gateway Building: https://data.berkeley.edu/news/uc-berkeley-showcasesplans- cdss-future-home-new-video
Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is: March 26, 2024 - Open Until Filled
Responsibilities
60% Major Gifts Fundraising. Manages a portfolio of 75-100 individual major gift or corporate/foundation relations prospects, the majority with the capacity to give $100,000 or more. Results have a major impact on the overall goals of the program. Makes at least 8-10 significant prospect/donor visits per month. Identifies and qualifies 20-60 major gift prospects per year. Cultivates, solicits and stewards current use and endowment gifts directly; works independently with CDSS Dean, assistant deans and faculty leadership. Writes proposals for solicitation of individual, corporate, and / or foundation prospects. Looks for opportunities to work with major gift prospects that will enhance diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging efforts. Ensures that predetermined fundraising goals are met and implements program activities to achieve these goals. Conducts 15-24 solicitations and raises $1-5 million annually once a mature portfolio is established.
40% Planning and Development Programs Support. Plans, organizes, and directs fundraising campaigns which include multiple components. Serves as the fundraising representative
for select Centers or Institutes, as well as select campaign initiatives and fundraising priorities, within CDSS. May serve as an expert or lead development professional in a specific academic discipline. Analyzes needs and assists in the creation of strategic plans for fundraising and other advancement programs. This director may oversee the work of subordinate staff and may attend functions, meetings and serve on internal / external committees as a CDSS representative.
15% Pipeline Development. Builds CDSS’s major gift prospect pipeline through discovery and cultivation; prioritizes potential donors based on capacity and inclination. May recruit, train and support key volunteers who assist in advancement efforts.
5% Professional Development and Growth: Engage in opportunities for training, workshops, seminars, pertinent to the position.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $105,500 - $137,400.
Classification: FUNDRAISER 4 (0462)
Anticipated hiring range: $105,500 - $137,400
UCB salary range: $105,500 - $200,700
The salary offer to the final candidate will take into consideration their experience and salary equity with current UC Berkeley employees working in a similar roles.
Conviction History Background
This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.
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