Vice President for University Advancement

Vice President for University Advancement

Job No: 536415
Work Type: Management (MPP)
Location: Sacramento
Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, On-site
(work in-person at business location)

Working Title: Vice President for University
Advancement

Classification Title: Administrator IV

Posting Details

Priority Application Deadline: Sunday, March 24th @ 11:55pm PST (Posting will remain open until
filled)

Position Summary

The Vice President for University Advancement reports directly to
the President. As the chief fundraising officer for Sacramento
State, the incumbent plays a central role in leading the
university’s development operations with the purpose of maximizing
philanthropic support for Sacramento State. The Vice President will
design and implement the strategic vision for fundraising and
alumni relations in alignment with the university’s values,
aspirations, and priorities.

The Vice President for University Advancement will provide
leadership and direction for the Division of University
Advancement, including university development, annual giving,
alumni relations, principal gifts, advancement services, and
stewardship. The Vice President serves on the University Foundation
at Sacramento State Board and Alumni Board and will provide
leadership to dedicated volunteers, alumni, and friends of the
institution as the university raises funds to support its students
and operations.

FLSA: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime
compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $21,500 per month –
$23,334 per month. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and
experience.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $9,167 per month
– $29,425 per month

Best-in-class Benefits:
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CSU Total Compensation:
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Recruitment Type: Regular (At-Will)

Time Base: Full-Time

Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; weekends
and evenings as needed.

Department Information
At Sacramento State, philanthropic support includes gifts (both
cash and in-kind), pledges, grants from private foundations, and
testamentary commitments through estate plans. Over 6,700 alumni,
business and community supporters, and other friends of Sacramento
State demonstrated their support for the University over the past
year.
Our team works with faculty and staff across campus and with alumni
and communities across the country to fund important projects and
initiatives at Sacramento State — from improving access to higher
education to building centers for innovation.

More information regarding University Advancement can be found
here: https://www.csus.edu/university-advancement/

Required Qualifications

Education

1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and/or
   college.

Experience

At least six to eight years of progressively responsible,
hands-on leadership experience in a program of similar or greater
complexity and scope.

A successful record of fundraising and cultivating donors.

Experience working directly with and managing the activities of
a volunteer board, executive campaign committee, and other
principal gift prospects.

Experience working with and/or leading volunteers, including
foundation, campaign, and alumni boards.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated proactive, strategic, forward-thinking, and
visionary approach.

Ability to integrate strategic activities across the
department, institution, and community and forge partnerships
therein.

Knowledge of fundraising principles and best practices.

Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the
student-centric mission of Sac State with an appreciation of the
diverse student population it serves and an understanding of its
unique advancement and fundraising opportunities.

Demonstrated focus and the intellectual capacity to effectively
partner with the President, cabinet, deans, faculty, staff,
students, alumni, and community members of diverse
backgrounds.

Strong financial acumen; ability to manage complex budget
portfolios.

Exceptional leadership and management skills; ability to foster
an inclusive work environment.

An open, transparent, and collaborative approach; ability to
understand the role of advancement within the broader context of
the institution, especially concerning the University’s commitment
to be the Anchor University for the Sacramento region.

Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to navigate a complex
environment, understand and relate effectively with diverse
constituents, and partner in a sophisticated way with a wide
ethnic, socio-economic, and generational demographic.

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and the
ability to communicate in a clear, consistent, and transparent
manner to create shared goals and understanding.

Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work
environment with diverse colleagues and constituents, including
faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

Other

17. Ability to attend off-site meetings and events as needed.

Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s or other advanced degree from an accredited university
and/or college.

Experience successfully leading or managing a major
comprehensive campaign in a higher education setting.

Experience working within a unionized environment.

Demonstrated history and successful track record of working
effectively with leadership to build bridges within an institution
or organization.

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and cover letter.

Failure to upload required documentation may result in
disqualification.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in
the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State
Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American
River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas.
Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the
most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a
population of half of a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and
AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students coming not
only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the
state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are
committed to meeting our mission:

“As California’s capital university, we transform lives by
preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State
will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education,
innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher
education, Sacramento State is dedicated to https://www.csus.edu/president/mission-imperatives/learning-success/”
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success; https://www.csus.edu/president/mission-imperatives/teaching-scholarship-creative-activity/”
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scholarship and creative activity; https://www.csus.edu/president/mission-imperatives/justice-diversity-equity-inclusion-belonging/”
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equity and inclusion; https://www.csus.edu/president/mission-imperatives/resource-development-sustainability/”
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and sustainability; https://www.csus.edu/president/mission-imperatives/community-involvement/”
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engagement, and https://www.csus.edu/president/mission-imperatives/wellness/”
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safety.

As evidenced by the values embedded in our
Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an
inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and
guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply
ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but
is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life
experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching
and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please
visit the
Why Sac State? page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative
Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional
commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider
qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression,
sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical
condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully
authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to
provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with
disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you
need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the
application and/or interviewing process, visit
https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html.

The University is committed to creating an education and working
environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual
violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For
more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit

https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/learning-development/csu-learn.html.

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime
Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety Right-To-know Act
Notification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy
and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the current Annual Security Report
(ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery.
The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy
statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information,
crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and
drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains
statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last
three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request
at the Police Service Center located in the University Union.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be
completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a
position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to
satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the
application status of applicants or continued employment of current
California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the
position.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Effective May 2023, per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination
Policy, it is strongly recommended that all California State
University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and
campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted
by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and
the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to
their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State
of California Employer. As such, the University requires all
employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of
California.

As of January 1, 2022 the CSU
Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of
employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of
California.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency
for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an
interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

Advertised: March 04, 2024 (2:05 PM)
Applications Closes: Open Until Filled

To apply, visit https://careers.csus.edu/en-us/job/536415/vice-president-for-university-advancement

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