ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
FOUNDATION AND CORPORATE RELATIONS
Colorado State University (CSU) is a premier public research university with world-class
programs in education, research, and outreach. CSU’s standing among universities is
increasingly recognized in numerous national rankings and for many years and has been the
school of choice for Colorado with a long-standing legacy of attracting the best and brightest
students nationally and internationally. As a land-grant University for the 21st century, CSU is
addressing and solving the great global challenges of our time.
The College of Natural Sciences Office of the Dean invites applicants to fill a full-time position
of Assistant Director of Development for Foundation and Corporate Relations (ADoD FCR)
with a start date of October 1, 2014 or earlier.
The ADoD FCR is a 12-month, regular administrative professional appointment. As a member
of the College of Natural Sciences team, the ADoD FCR is primarily responsible for developing
and managing a portfolio of current and new prospects with interests in the departments and
programs and facilities within the College of Natural Sciences. Responsibilities include
coordinating the identification, strategic cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and other activities
related to seeking corporate and foundation investments in the College and the University. This
position reports directly to the Executive Director of Development for the College of Natural
Sciences (EDoD CNS).
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES INCLUDE:
 Develop cultivation and solicitation strategies for new and previously identified local and
national corporate and foundation prospects, working in collaboration with other staff in
Corporate & Foundation Relations to shape and implement strategies.
 Participate actively in the identification of funding opportunities provided by private
foundations to bring key, high priority initiatives to the attention of the college faculty,
dean and other leaders.
 Utilizing a thorough understanding of the College’s priorities, build productive
relationships with faculty and other staff at CSU to successfully identify leading scientific
research being performed in the College.
 Secure funding for CNS new and renovated facilities, research, and outreach programs.
 Plan and implement all development activities concerning identified prospects—i.e.,
moves management plans, executive summaries, preparation of proposals, arranging for
staff and faculty visits with prospective donors, etc. Ensure effective and efficient use of
administrator and faculty time.
 Prepare documents such as budgets, scientific work plans, and research proposals. In
consultation with other effected units at the University ensure that the documents align
with the policies and procedures set by the University.
 As a representative of the College, travel to meet prospects on one’s own for the
purpose of effective, coordinated and efficient cultivation, solicitation and stewardship;
when needed, coordinate travel with the dean, associate dean for research, department
chairs or EDoD for CNS.
 Monitor and evaluate progress toward goals, provide statistical reports, on an ongoing
basis and as requested, and suggest/request appropriate research for individual/group,
corporation and foundation prospects. Prepare and monitor acknowledgments for all
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gifts received through the Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations and Donor
Relations.
Establish meaningful, collegial working relationships with development colleagues and
other University offices such as the Office of Sponsored Programs, University
Advancement, Central Foundation and Corporate Relations offices, CSU Foundation,
and the Vice President for Research office. Understand the roles and responsibilities of
their offices and coordinate the activities of the different offices to facilitate the
establishment of relationships with corporations and foundations.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of the executive director, the associate dean
for research, and the dean of the college.
Minimum Qualifications
 Bachelor’s Degree
 Minimum of five years experience in fundraising or administration in higher education or
similar organization
Preferred Qualifications:
 Knowledge of typical university organization and its academic and administrative policies
and procedures.
 Demonstrated understanding of and passion for the sciences
 Excellent interpersonal skills required to relate to faculty, donor prospects, volunteers,
and colleagues.
 Well-developed written and oral communication and the ability to translate complex
scientific information into laymen’s terms.
 Negotiation, organizational, analytical, and fundraising skills.
 Able to work in a team as well as independently with minimal supervision; a self-starter.
 Able to motivate and work with diverse constituencies while advancing the College’s
commitment to diversity and inclusion.
 Possess high level of integrity and able to exercise confidentiality and discretion. Must
be professional in all respects.
SALARY: $50,000-$60,000, commensurate upon experience.
To apply:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but for full consideration all materials
must be received by September 15, 2014. Application materials include: resume, cover letter
addressing all minimum and preferred qualifications and contact information for three
professional references (include name, address, phone and e-mail address). References will not
be contacted without prior notification of candidates. Please upload your application materials
(Word or PDF format only) on our application website located at
http://cns.natsci.colostate.edu/employment/development/. For questions regarding this position;
please contact the search chair, Simone Clasen at 970-491-0997;
simone.clasen@colostate.edu.
For additional information about Colorado State University, consult the University’s web site at
http://www.colostate.edu.
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national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual
orientation, or gender identity or expression. Colorado State University is an equal
opportunity/equal access/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. The Office of Equal Opportunity is
located in 101 Student Services Fort Collins, CO.
Colorado State University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living
community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates
being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to,
criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history.