University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Associate Vice President, Advancement Services, Division of Philanthropy and Alu
University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada, us, 89105
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Associate Vice President, Advancement Services, Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement [R0144941]
ROLE of the POSITIONReporting to the Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE), the Associate Vice President for Advancement Services (AVP) provides strategic leadership for the University’s development infrastructure and serves as a key partner to colleagues on the Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement leadership team. The AVP will collaborate with PAE Leadership to develop and implement plans for the operational infrastructure of systems, processes and staffing designed to support long term fundraising and donor engagement goals. The AVP will assist PAE Leadership to utilize data and analytics to drive fundraising success, especially in the context of UNLV’s future comprehensive campaign. The AVP will identify opportunities for continuous quality improvements and foster a positive, success oriented, accountable environment leveraging best practices accountability and key performance indicators.
The AVP is responsible for the strategic design, development and implementation of operational functions that provide a foundation for Philanthropy and Alumni Relations to achieve its goals in fundraising and constituent engagement. They will be charged with aligning business support functions, policies and procedures, and technology infrastructure with the strategies, resources, and priorities of the University. They will build, sustain, encourage, and support productive relationships with and among colleagues and develop and implement policies, practices, and systems in Advancement Operations. This position will advise the Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement regarding organizational development, vendor and constituent due diligence, information technology and database applications or platforms, staffing and any database-related training needs of the division and will be a central architect of management information tools that emphasize transparency of individual and team performance.
The AVP will provide day to day leadership, management and direction for a dynamic team of professionals in the administration of the following functions for UNLV’s PAE Division: Advancement Reporting and Analytics, Information Technology and Database Management, Procedure Development and Documentation, Records Management, Prospect Research and Moves Management, and Gift Processing and Gift Receipting (joint with accounting). The AVP is responsible for all aspects of Blackbaud NXT database, selection and management of a variety of additional software tools. The AVP works in collaboration with members of the Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement Executive Leadership team to recommend appropriate courses of action to demonstrate and sustain a culture of service and business support to enhance engagement and philanthropic giving to the University.
COMMITMENT to DIVERSITYThe successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSThis position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) with a preference in business, information systems, data analytics, or organizational design with a minimum of 5 to 7 years in advancement services or a related field. A minimum of 3 to 5 years of demonstrable leadership experience. Proficiency with technology. Advanced knowledge of fundraising computer systems with experience optimizing system performance and functionality to support comprehensive campaigns. Track record of success in identifying opportunities and leading organizational change. Experience preparing an organization for change, and exhibiting consideration for the impact of change on current programs, resources, budget, and staff. Ability to translate strategic goals into operational priorities, followed by the development of clear and concise operating plans. Prior success in leading teams.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSAdvanced degree preferred.
SALARY RANGESalary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.
HOW TO APPLYSubmit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.
Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on November 14, 2024. Materials should be addressed to the Search Committee Chair and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATESUNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number,
in the search box.
If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.
EEO/AA STATEMENTThe University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible.
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ROLE of the POSITIONReporting to the Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE), the Associate Vice President for Advancement Services (AVP) provides strategic leadership for the University’s development infrastructure and serves as a key partner to colleagues on the Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement leadership team. The AVP will collaborate with PAE Leadership to develop and implement plans for the operational infrastructure of systems, processes and staffing designed to support long term fundraising and donor engagement goals. The AVP will assist PAE Leadership to utilize data and analytics to drive fundraising success, especially in the context of UNLV’s future comprehensive campaign. The AVP will identify opportunities for continuous quality improvements and foster a positive, success oriented, accountable environment leveraging best practices accountability and key performance indicators.
The AVP is responsible for the strategic design, development and implementation of operational functions that provide a foundation for Philanthropy and Alumni Relations to achieve its goals in fundraising and constituent engagement. They will be charged with aligning business support functions, policies and procedures, and technology infrastructure with the strategies, resources, and priorities of the University. They will build, sustain, encourage, and support productive relationships with and among colleagues and develop and implement policies, practices, and systems in Advancement Operations. This position will advise the Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement regarding organizational development, vendor and constituent due diligence, information technology and database applications or platforms, staffing and any database-related training needs of the division and will be a central architect of management information tools that emphasize transparency of individual and team performance.
The AVP will provide day to day leadership, management and direction for a dynamic team of professionals in the administration of the following functions for UNLV’s PAE Division: Advancement Reporting and Analytics, Information Technology and Database Management, Procedure Development and Documentation, Records Management, Prospect Research and Moves Management, and Gift Processing and Gift Receipting (joint with accounting). The AVP is responsible for all aspects of Blackbaud NXT database, selection and management of a variety of additional software tools. The AVP works in collaboration with members of the Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement Executive Leadership team to recommend appropriate courses of action to demonstrate and sustain a culture of service and business support to enhance engagement and philanthropic giving to the University.
COMMITMENT to DIVERSITYThe successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSThis position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) with a preference in business, information systems, data analytics, or organizational design with a minimum of 5 to 7 years in advancement services or a related field. A minimum of 3 to 5 years of demonstrable leadership experience. Proficiency with technology. Advanced knowledge of fundraising computer systems with experience optimizing system performance and functionality to support comprehensive campaigns. Track record of success in identifying opportunities and leading organizational change. Experience preparing an organization for change, and exhibiting consideration for the impact of change on current programs, resources, budget, and staff. Ability to translate strategic goals into operational priorities, followed by the development of clear and concise operating plans. Prior success in leading teams.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSAdvanced degree preferred.
SALARY RANGESalary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.
HOW TO APPLYSubmit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.
Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on November 14, 2024. Materials should be addressed to the Search Committee Chair and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATESUNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number,
in the search box.
If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.
EEO/AA STATEMENTThe University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible.
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