Development Manager (Open and Promotional)

$8,814 - $11,019 /Month

FINAL DATE FOR FILING: April 17, 2023.

THE POSITION

San Mateo County Libraries is seeking candidates for the position of Development

Manager (Management Analyst) .

Under direction of the Director of Library Services, the Development Manager is responsible for the planning, creation, implementation and evaluation of a comprehensive program to raise funds to support the operation and growth of San Mateo County Libraries.

The Development Manager supports the Foundation for San Mateo County Libraries, an independent

501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 2018 to raise funds needed to support San Mateo County Libraries strategic goals and library capital projects. In addition, the Development Manager is responsible for grant writing activities and library volunteer programs.

San Mateo County Libraries is an invaluable community resource, an amazing family of libraries, a springboard for opportunities, and our staff are what makes it so special. We're champions of learning, sharing, and exploration -- of open minds, new ideas, and bright futures. It is our mission and passion to strengthen our community by creating an inclusive sense of place and an environment for learning. We

seek enthusiastic team players, creative risk takers, and flexible individuals who proactively search for new opportunities to make public library services relevant to all members of the community. We respect, value, and celebrate diversity, and bilingual skills are always desired.

The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of resource development including planned giving, annual giving, capital campaigns, donor solicitation and recognition, grant proposals, and events management.
• Ability to raise funds through a variety of strategies and knowledge of fundraising trends and techniques.
• Experience making recommendations to a Board and administering policies and procedures in support of foundation goals and operations.
• Superior interpersonal skills (both orally and written), ability to communicate superbly and meet with potential donors, nurture relationships, make presentations, and articulate library program needs requiring various levels of funding support that are linked to the donors' philanthropic values.
• Knowledge of principles of board development, non-profit management, and volunteer management.
• Ability to coordinate and oversee programmatic administrative, budgeting, and/or fiscal reporting activities, including donor database management.
• Knowledge and experience in principles, practices, and procedures of funding sources and grant funds disbursement.
• Experience participating in a variety of meetings, committees, and/or other related groups in the community to effectively and persuasively communicate information.
• Ability to use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines in politically sensitive situations.

SAN MATEO COUNTY LIBRARIES

San Mateo County Libraries is a Joint Powers Authority comprised of the cities of Atherton, Belmont,

Brisbane, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, San Carlos,

Woodside, and the unincorporated areas of the County of San Mateo, a service area with approximately

285,000 residents, 76% of whom have library cards. From book clubs to bike clinics, video game design to resume workshops, salsa tastings to Mid-Autumn Festivals, San Mateo County Libraries provides a variety of exciting library programs and services to our diverse communities. For more information about San

Mateo County Libraries, please visit www.smcl.org.

NOTE: The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill other future vacancies.

Examples Of Duties:

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Raise funds using appropriate techniques and activities including grant writing, annual giving, major and planned gifts, sponsorship solicitation, capital campaigns and events.
• Develop and implement effective fund development programs ensuring a solid return on investment.
• Establish Foundation's priorities in consultation with the Foundation Board of Directors and the

Director of Library Services.

• Develop short and long-term strategies for obtaining resources to support and enrich the services of the library.
• Identify potential grant opportunities, define target projects, and implement all appropriate procedures to apply for grants within defined deadlines.
• Cultivate and nurture relationships with members of the community, government, business and industry, management, Library staff, the board of directors, and individual donors.
• Participate in advocacy efforts to promote the value of the public library.
• Oversee the development of Foundation newsletters and other communication tools; oversee gift acknowledgment and donor correspondence.
• Plan and implement short-term and long-range plans for ongoing fundraising efforts.
• Set goals and metrics to measure results; evaluates effectiveness of activities, events and fundraising methods.
• Provide support for the Board of Directors of the Library Foundation.
• Working in partnership with our Friends of the Library groups and assisting with Friends events.
• Create and lead cross-functional teams and collaborative efforts.
• Develop and maintain relationships with multiple divisions and Friends groups.
• Maintain and provide accurate and timely reports, data, and supporting information.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

Bachelor’s degree in public relations, marketing, business administration or closely related field; three (3) years progressively responsible experience in fundraising, grant writing, communications or public relations. Experience with public libraries is desirable.

Knowledge of:

• Basic principles, practices, and procedures of funding sources and grant funds disbursement.
• Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development, and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Principles and practices of contract administration and evaluation; and public agency budget development and administration, and sound financial management policies and procedures.
• Techniques for effectively representing the Library in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.

Ability to:

• Assist in the development of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards.
• Perform responsible and difficult administrative work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines in politically sensitive situations.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION

Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo

Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment

application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application

and supplemental questionnaire.

The examination process will consist of an application screening based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions (weight: pass/fail). Candidates who pass the application screening may be invited to a panel interview (weight:100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification . Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the

County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: Monday, April 17, 2023, 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening: Week of April 17, 2023

Civil Service Panel Interview: May 10 and /or 11, 2023

The County of San Mateo may require that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccine or comply

with weekly COVID-19 testing. Employees hired into specified health care facilities and other high-risk

settings where there is potential for frequent COVID-19 exposure to staff and highly vulnerable patients

are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. For more specific information, please refer to

the County's COVID-19 Vaccine and Testing Policy.

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over

750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a

multitude of culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo is

committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and

inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse

community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty

percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

San Mateo County is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity and

inclusion at all levels.

Analyst: Sedrick Dixon (032723) (Management Analyst - D181)

Job Number: D181-186

Development Manager (Open and Promotional) Supplemental Questionnaire

* 1. IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the following supplemental questions. Your responses will give us information about your background and experience related to this position and will be used in the selection process. Be concise and specific. Completeness, neatness, clarity of expression, grammar, spelling and ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process. Information presented in your application or

resume will not be accepted in lieu of answering these questions in detail.

I have read and understood this important information.

* 2. Summarize how your background and experience have prepared you for the Development Manager position and share the reasons why you are highly qualified for the position.

* 3. What are your strengths as a foundation manager? How would those strengths support advancing San

Mateo County Libraries strategic initiatives?

* 4. Describe your experience measuring results and evaluating the effectiveness of fundraising activities.

* Required Question

San Mateo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $105,768.00 - $132,225.60 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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