Development Specialist (2 Positions)

San Jose State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

San Jose State University seeks a Development Specialist to provide comprehensive operational support to the Development and Corporate and Foundation fundraising teams. You will assist with donor research, data entry, and reporting to enhance donor engagement and fundraising efforts.

The role involves coordinating calendars, timelines, and events, using donor management systems, and collaborating with development officers and university partners to steward relationships with donors.

Job description

The Development Specialists provide comprehensive operational support to the Development and Corporate and Foundation fundraising teams. The primary responsibilities include research and analysis in areas of donor engagement, donations, best practices and emerging trends in advancement and philanthropy. The incumbent will develop and implement fundraising steps to support the team members.

The duties may also include monitoring project timelines, calendars and deliverables for multiple advancement projects and creating reports. Use of the current donor management systems including fact checking for accuracy and accurate data entry will be required. The incumbent will interact with donors and university partners, in conjunction with development officers. Additional duties may include meeting and event logistics and assisting with stewardship efforts.

Overall, this position supports the team’s effort for building and maintaining relationships with donors by taking care of office and operational requirements for the fundraisers so they can concentrate on being successful in their position.

Equal Employment Statement:

SJSU is an Equal Opportunity Affiantative Action employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

It is the policy of SJSU to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.