Type of Appointment: Full-Time, At Will 

Job Classification: Management Personnel Plan (MPP I)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $105,000-$120,000 annually (Commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Benefits Include: (15) Paid Holidays, up to (24) Paid Vacation Days, Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits, CalPERS Pension Plan- Read the CSU's Comprehensive Benefits Package

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, unless otherwise notified

Recruitment Closing Date: Open until filled

Priority Application Date: May 12, 2025

 

 

THE DEPARTMENT:

The Division of University Advancement is one of five central divisions of the university whose primary purpose is to enhance the private support and knowledge of the university. This is accomplished by initiating programs, events and activities that stimulate the involvement and interest of alumni, friends, parents, corporations and foundations to develop relationships that will foster and stimulate giving to the university. The office the Vice President of University Advancement oversees the offices of development, alumni and external relations, advancement services. government and community relations and annual giving. The division manages and operates the Cal Poly Pomona Philanthropic Foundations which serves as the official entity to receive and manage all contributions to the University.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Government Relations

• Under the guidance and direction of the AVP of GCR, the Director of GCR - Cultivates relationships with elected officials at the local, state, and federal levels, and their staff to promote the university’s key initiatives and CSU’s legislative priorities and raise the visibility of the university’s impact in workforce and economic development and other industry and policy areas.
• Manages visits and events (campus-based or otherwise), including logistics and materials preparation, where elected officials and their staff are in attendance.
• Drafts issue papers, briefing materials, presentations, newsletters, and other communications materials to support department and university work.
• Assists the AVP of GCR in working with the college deans, the Office of Research and Innovation, and other campus partners to manage the university’s relationships with a variety of governmental agencies, strategizing and securing extramural funding requests (community project funding, grants, etc.).
• Assists in preparing reports, correspondence, and briefing materials relating to legislative and policy issues at the local, state, and federal levels.

Community Relations

• Assists with development and implementation of a comprehensive community relations plan to promote the university’s effective participation in the local and regional community and reaffirm the university as a steward of place.
• Identifies appropriate opportunities for the university to support or partner with campus or external community to support local events and initiatives.
• Assists in the development of an external engagement strategy and community outreach plan to support land use and development projects and work across the institution to ensure coordination with other key internal stakeholders.
• Manages visits and events (campus-based or otherwise), including logistics and materials preparation, with or in partnership with community organizations.
• Proactively escalates community concerns to AVP of GCR as it relates to campus activities and operations.
• Assists in the cultivation of relationships with regional economic development agencies and staff to promote the university’s impact in job creation, occupational training, and business development.
• Represent the university’s interests at public meetings and forums as applicable.
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university
• 5 years of experience in government relations, community relations, political campaigns, strategic communications, or similar fields.
• Experience staffing and managing senior leadership, and exhibiting diplomacy while working with diverse constituencies.
• Strategic leader with demonstrated understanding of political processes (local, state, and federal) and ability to integrate policy into organizational strategy.
• Strong research and analytical skills and exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, community representatives, business, and other key constituencies.

 

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Knowledge of state and federal government issues related to higher education.
• Strong interpersonal communication, analytical, organizational and presentation skills.
• Ability to handle several high-priority projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality of work-related materials and information. 
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and professionally with diverse constituencies in a multicultural/multiethnic environment.

 

 

Out of State Work

The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty-three public universities providing access to a quality education through the support of California taxpayers. Part of CSU’s mission is to prepare educated, responsible individuals to contribute to California’s schools, economy, culture, and future. As an agency of the State of California, the CSU’s business operations almost exclusively reside within California.   The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. For more information, go to the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy. 

 

Background Check

Cal Poly Pomona will make a conditional offer of employment to final job candidates, pending the satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). The conditional offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. In determining the suitability of the candidate for the position, Cal Poly Pomona will give an individualized assessment to any information that the applicant submits for consideration regarding the criminal conviction history such as the nature, gravity and recency of the conviction, the candidate’s conduct, performance or rehabilitation efforts since the conviction and the nature of the job applied for. For more information, go to the CSU Background Check Policy.

 

Employment Eligibility Verification

Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.  For more information, go to the Acceptable I-9 website. 

 

University Driving Requirements

Positions that require driving for university business by using a personal or state vehicle must comply with the Authorized University Driver Policy. Driving records are monitored and evaluated by the Risk Management Department. The Risk Management Department evaluates a good driving report based on the following criteria. The driver must: 1. Have a valid California or other State Driver’s license. 2. Have no more than 3 motor vehicle violations or been the cause of 3 accidents in a 12-month period (or any combination of 3 thereof) 3. Not have more than 3 DMV Points, if their license is Class C or, 4. Not have more than 5 DMV Points, if their license is Class A, B, or C with endorsements. For more information, go to the Authorized University Driver Policy.

 

Conflict of Interest 

This position is a “designated position” in the California State University’s Conflict of Interest Code.  The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file financial interest disclosure forms subject to state regulations.  For more information, go to the CSU's Conflict of Interest Policy. 

 

Outside Employment Disclosure

Executive and Management Plan Personnel employees must disclose all current outside employment at the time of hire as a precondition of hire and at the following times after hire: annually in July, within 30 days of accepting outside employment, and upon their manager’s request.  For more information, go to the Outside Employment Disclosure Policy. 

 

Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) 

The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. See policy at the Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting policy.

 

Security & Fire Safety 

In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), Cal Poly Pomona’s Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report are available for viewing at: https://www.cpp.edu/pdfs/annual_security_report.pdf and https://www.cpp.edu/housing/documents/fire_safety_report.pdf.

 

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination

As a federal contractor, Cal Poly Pomona will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.  For more information, see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision poster.

 

Reasonable Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the ADA Coordinator by email at ADACoordinator@cpp.edu. For more information, go to Employment Notices.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly Pomona provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly Pomona complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. 

 

Other Notices

For other important employment notices, we invite you to visit Cal Poly Pomona’s Employment Notices web page.