Vice President for University Advancement

Minnesota State University, Mankato, a leading university with a growing international reputation for breakthrough applied research, invites applications and nominations for the position of Vice President for University Advancement (VPUA). The University seeks an exceptional individual to provide leadership and direction for a student-oriented culture that ensures access, sustains educational excellence, fosters student development, and supports high levels of student achievement and success. Minnesota State Mankato’s culture merges big ideas with real-world thinking to nurture inspired actions. Minnesota State Mankato is a thriving institution with highly regarded academic programs, a long history of a strong student-focused culture, and a record of commitment to its community and region. The VPUA will be responsible for the vision, leadership, and direction for all initiatives aimed at enhancing Minnesota State University, Mankato’s development and philanthropic efforts. Reporting directly to the President, the VPUA serves as the chief advancement officer of the University and is a member of the President’s leadership team and cabinet. The VPUA works closely with the President and other Vice Presidents to advance the University’s mission and priorities. The VPUA provides the overall strategic leadership and direction for the University Advancement division, which includes: Alumni Relations Annual Giving, Major Gifts and Planned Giving Corporate and Foundation Giving Comprehensive Fundraising Campaigns Advancement Operations (Research and Prospect Management, Development, Scholarships and Stewardship, Donor Relations) University Marketing and Communications (including media and public relations, KMSU Radio, printing and photocopying services) The VPUA also serves as Executive Director of the Minnesota State University, Mankato Foundation, Inc. and is an ex-officio member of the Minnesota State Mankato Alumni Association. The successful candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree (required) or master’s degree (preferred); a minimum of five (5) years broad-based and successful advancement or similarly related leadership experience at a progressively increasing level, to serve as a member of the President’s Cabinet and participate in institutional planning, policy development, and executive leadership of the university. For a full position description and listing of required and preferred qualifications please see our website at

https://greenwoodsearch.com/current-opportunities/ . How to Apply Greenwood Asher & Associates is assisting Minnesota State University, Mankato in this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. Confidential inquiries, nominations, and application materials should be directed to Greenwood Asher & Associates. For a full application package, please submit a cover letter and résumé/CV. Submission of application materials as PDF attachments is strongly encouraged. The search will be conducted with a commitment of confidentiality for candidates until finalists are selected. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made. Please direct inquiries, nominations, and application materials to: Lauren McCaghren, Search Manager and Senior Executive Search Consultant laurenmccaghren@greenwoodsearch.com Kyle Pybus-Jerome, Senior Executive Search Consultant kylepybusjerome@greenwoodsearch.com Minnesota State is an

equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity

. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States.

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