Chief Advancement Officer, University Libraries and the Entertainment Technology Center

Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Carnegie Mellon
University in its search for a Chief Advancement Officer,
University Libraries and the Entertainment Technology Center. The
Chief Advancement Officer will help lead the effort to develop the
philanthropic support that will enable CMU and its academic units
to fulfill their potential and continue their ascent. Partnering
closely with the Dean, the Chief Advancement Officer will help set
a strategic advancement vision for the University Libraries, the
Entertainment Technology Center (ETC), IDeATe, and CMU’s
sustainability programs with oversight of a broad range of
unit-level advancement functions encompassing major gifts, donor
relations, annual giving, events, alumni and constituent
engagement, and management of the unit’s advisory board. The Chief
Advancement Officer also will serve as a member of the Dean’s
leadership team. The Chief Advancement Officer will be a senior
leader within the Division of University Advancement and serve as a
member of the CMU Advancement Leadership Council.

The Chief Advancement Officer will manage the advancement staff
assigned to their academic unit and will carry a portfolio of the
unit’s top prospects, executing cultivation and solicitation
strategies and securing major, leadership, and principal gifts.
They also will be responsible for identifying, refining, and
articulating their unit’s fundraising needs, communicating those
needs to internal and external audiences, and generating excitement
for the Dean’s top priorities while ensuring that frontline
fundraisers across the university are equipped to advocate for
their vision.

Carnegie Mellon University is a global, research-intensive
university with more than 14,000 students, more than 120,000
alumni, and approximately 5,000 faculty and staff. In 2023,
U.S. News & World Report ranked CMU #24 among national
universities, #4 in terms of Most Innovative Schools, and in 2024,
Times Higher Education World University ranked CMU as #24
among global research universities in the world. Many of CMU’s
seven schools and colleges and their departments maintain top
national and international rankings in computer science, computer
engineering, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, engineering,
business, drama, and music, among others. CMU is also one of a
small number of academic institutions in the nation boasting a
fully-fledged Federally Funded Research and Development Center, the
Software Engineering Institute. CMU’s confluence of scholarly
excellence, robust federal and industry interface, and heritage of
innovation has consistently placed it among the world’s most
dynamic and impactful research institutions.

With the explosion of new sources of data and new ways for
scientific information to be accessed, curated, and shared,
libraries have emerged as a hub for collaborative,
technology-forward, and inspiring experiences. Investment in the
library is part of the University’s Strategic Plan 2025, which
calls for the creation of “a 21st century library that serves as a
cornerstone of world-class research and scholarship.” In a world
where digital is becoming the default format for information, the
library remains a vital presence on campus, sustaining serious
scholarship, and providing opportunities for interactive research
and study environments. With a focus on technology and cross
disciplinary learning and research, the CMU University Libraries
are redefining the role of libraries everywhere.

Carnegie Mellon University is a richly varied community, united in
the pursuit of excellence with a wealth of perspectives,
identities, backgrounds, and cultures. CMU is committed to
fostering an environment where all members of the community have a
sense of belonging. This commitment drives its pursuit of creating
a space where every voice can be heard. The university seeks to
cultivate diverse populations and perspectives and promote equity
and inclusion. Its devotion to these ideals springs from a core
belief in the power of education to be a transformative and
enriching force for every person, irrespective of their background,
identity, or life circumstances. Inclusion and belonging are
intricately interwoven into the very essence of the university,
helping to shape its values, policies, and practices. Diversity,
equity, inclusion, and belonging are not only central to the
university’s ethos but also indispensable to its pursuit of
academic excellence and innovation.

A bachelor’s degree is required for this position. A master’s
degree or equivalent combination of training and experience is
preferred. At least 10 years of progressively responsible
development experience is required for this position; experience
leading and supervising teams for at least three to five years is
preferred.  Experience in a campaign environment is desirable.
All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé.
Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of Carnegie
Mellon University as well as the responsibilities and
qualifications stated in the position prospectus.

Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity
Employer/Disability/Veteran and offers a diverse environment with a
flexible benefits package, including a generous retirement plan,
tuition remission, and paid time off policy, as well as many
professional development, health, and wellness opportunities. A
background check is required.

Carnegie Mellon University is committed to the inclusion of all
qualified candidates. If you require reasonable accommodation in
completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the
selection process, please contact Kim Farr at [email protected].

To apply for this position visit:
https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/1387.