Assistant Director, Alumni Engagement & Advancement

California Western School of Law - Career & Professional Development Office; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement contribution

Life and AD&D Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

California Western School of Law in San Diego seeks an Assistant Director of Institutional Advancement & Alumni Engagement to support fundraising and alumni engagement through annual giving campaigns, donor stewardship, and communications. The role emphasizes strategic thinking, project management, and relationship-building to advance the law school's mission.

The Assistant Director will manage donor portfolios, engage alumni networks, and collaborate with clinics and centers to create

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of fundraising experience in higher education or nonprofit with focus on annual giving.
• Evening/weekend event attendance required.
• Willingness to travel locally, regionally, and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Administer a comprehensive annual giving program across multiple channels.
• Manage a portfolio of prospective and current donors and solicit gifts.
• Develop engagement strategies with alumni and student organizations.
• Oversee donor recognition, stewardship, and reporting.
• Collaborate with departments to support clinics, centers, and programs.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Project management

Communication

Relationship building

Time management

Event coordination

Job description

California Western School of Law in San Diego seeks an Assistant Director of Institutional Advancement & Alumni Engagement to support fundraising and alumni engagement through annual giving campaigns, donor stewardship, and communications. The role emphasizes strategic thinking, project management, and relationship-building to advance the law school's mission.

The Assistant Director will manage donor portfolios, engage alumni networks, and collaborate with clinics and centers to create