Vice President for University Advancement
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Vice President for University Advancement

Job no: 543528

Work type: Management (MPP)

Location: Monterey Bay

Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

The anticipated compensation range for this role is $240K-$250K

ABOUT CSUMB

California State University, Monterey Bay

Founded in 1994, Cal State Monterey Bay is one of the youngest CSU campuses. Situated on the former Fort Ord military base, Cal State Monterey Bay serves over 7,500 students and is home to over 30,000 alumni around the globe. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a top 15 regional university in the West, CSUMB's mission aims to prepare students to contribute responsibly to California and the global community by providing transformative learning experiences in an inclusive environment.

Vice President for University Advancement

Reporting to the president, the vice president for university advancement (VP) provides vision, inspiration, leadership, planning, and management for University Advancement (UA) in support of the institutional mission and priorities articulated in the university's strategic and master plan. The VP has central responsibility for University Advancement, coordinating fundraising and alumni relations initiatives with administrators, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community partners to make successful and lasting contributions to institutional success in support of the university's academic mission and student focus.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A deep appreciation and passion for the mission and aspirations of Cal State Monterey Bay.
• Successful record of personally cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major individual and institutional philanthropic partners.
• Superior strategist with a holistic understanding of all aspects of advancement.
• The ability to inspire philanthropic support from high-net-worth individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Proven success building or expanding a comprehensive, sustainable fundraising enterprise.
• A transparent, collaborative leadership style with superb decision-making skills.
• Comprehensive financial background with technical skills in budgetary management.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with people at all levels of an organization.
• Excellent listener; clear, crisp, and compelling written and verbal communication.
• A keen eye for operational efficiency and optimal use of resources.
• A sense of humor and a humble approach.
• Willing and able to travel and work evenings and weekends, as needed.

Education and Experience

• A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible fundraising and managerial experience.
• Significant experience planning and executing a successful comprehensive fundraising campaign.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university; advanced degree preferred.

Applications, Inquiries, and Nominations

Rachel Ellenport is leading this search. Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. To apply, nominate, or inquire about the opportunity, please visit our website.

Cal State Monterey Bay is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff.

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