University Development Coordinator

Working Title
:
University Development Coordinator

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled):
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 @ 11:55pm PT

Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2,5,7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.

Reporting to the Manager of Administration & Finance, this position provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Senior Associate Vice President for Development and the University Development Department.

The incumbent also supports the Directors of Development, Development Associates and their teams by coordinating travel arrangements in Concur, processing expense reports, preparing agendas and meeting materials, reconciling Pro Card statements, facilitating purchases through the P2P Marketplace, and providing project support for Development initiatives.

Responsibilities encompass a broad range of administrative functions, including mail processing, records and file management, budget support, data collection, and the preparation of routine reports. The incumbent works independently under general direction to support the administrative operations of University Development and may assume coordination and lead work responsibilities as assigned.

This role requires the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while exercising sound judgment and discretion. The incumbent must interpret and apply policies and procedures effectively and address challenges through practical, thorough, and innovative problem-solving.

FLSA
:
Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range
: $4,367 per month. Anticipated hire is at Step 1 of the classification salary range.

CSU Classification Salary Range
: $4,367 per month (Step
1) - $6,362 per month (Step 20)

Salary Grade/Range
: 2

Recruitment Type
:
Regular (Probationary)

Time Base
:
Full-Time

Pay Plan
: 1 2 months

Work Hours
:
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m.

- 5:00 p.m. Work hours may vary depending on department needs.

At Sacramento State, University Advancement collaborates closely with faculty, staff, alums, and communities nationwide to support and elevate key project sand initiatives. Whether enhancing access to higher education or establishing innovation centers on campus, we're dedicated to empowering the next generation and fostering meaningful progress.

https://www.csus.edu/university-advancement/

Entry to this classification requires a fully functional knowledge of and skill in standard office procedures and practices, as well as an ability to understand and operate in a variety of organizational structures. Additionally, incumbents are expected to have a thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation and be able to clearly communicate orally and in writing. Some positions may require knowledge of business mathematics beyond basis arithmetic.

The ability to use and quickly learn new office support technology systems and software packages is also a prerequisite.

These entry qualifications would normally be obtained through a high school program, technical/vocational program, or their equivalents combined with several years of related office work experience.

• Experience providing clerical and administrative support functions.
• Expertise in using office software packages, technology and systems (e.g. Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to serve as the key contract and expert for a highly complex program.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures independently, and use judgment and discretion to act when precedents do not exist.
• Ability to carry…