What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President for Advancement position at Mount Marty University?
This is an exempt, full-time position and must adhere to the regulations stipulated in the Mount Marty University Staff Handbook. The Vice President is responsible for coordinating a comprehensive fund raising program which includes corporate and foundation relations, annual giving, deferred giving plans, and capital campaigns. The Vice President will maintain an operational plan for achieving fundraising goals that is compatible with the mission and strategic goals of the university. The Vice President will be responsible for prospect research, major giving and capital campaign strategies and will supervise staff for major gifts, planned giving, annual giving and alumni and family relations.
MISSION: The Office of Institutional Advancement supports Mount Marty University by raising awareness of the university’s programs and seeking financial resources to support the various programs administered by the university.
DUTIES AND RESPONISIBILITIES:
- Coordinate and lead the MMU’s major fundraising initiatives in ways that are consistent with the mission of the institution and advancement office best practices.
- Assume primary responsibility for advancement areas related to major gifts, capital campaigns and corporate relations.
- Manage and be accountable for the Advancement Office budget.
- Serve as an informed and knowledgeable advocate of Mount Marty University.
- Represent the university in the community and in community organizations.
- Serve or designate liaison to the Gregorian Fine Arts Association and Lancer Club.
- Design and/or coordinate publication efforts in support of all advancement programs including updating web site.
- Analyze effectiveness of major gifts, planned gifts, corporate and foundation relations and annual giving programs and strategies; recommend improvements or new creative strategies to involve more alumni and donor support for the university.
- Serve as a member of the President’s Leadership Team and maintain close working relationships with the President, Vice-Presidents, Board of Trustees, and benefactors.
- Develop and maintain a balanced development strategy that uses all appropriate giving programs to meet fund raising goals.
- Work with the President, Executive Team, Faculty, and Board of Trustees to identify fundraising goals and priorities.
- Collaborate with the marketing department to strategically create and leverage materials and storytelling that support advancement priorities and donor cultivation.
- Direct, plan, and evaluate programs and development of staff performance.
- Maintain cooperative working relationships with other campus departments.
- Advise and assist the President and Vice-Presidents in capital campaign leadership gift solicitations, and alumni matters.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the President.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in business or related field with three years’ higher education fundraising experience
- Strong organizational, supervisory, and interpersonal skills
- Must be willing to travel frequently and have a valid driver’s license
- Other important characteristics include professional deportment, personal integrity, strong written and verbal communications skills
- Knowledgeable of and committed to the mission of Mount Marty University
ABOUT MMU:
Located on a beautifully maintained 80-acre campus along the bluffs of the Missouri River, Mount Marty’s hallmark is outstanding teaching, small class size, and a strong commitment to the liberal arts in the Catholic Benedictine tradition. The campus is minutes away from Lewis & Clark Lake, one of South Dakota’s most popular recreation areas, and is within driving distance of the Twin Cities, Kansas City, and Omaha.
For more information about Mount Marty University and its mission, please visit http://www.mountmarty.edu. Mount Marty University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
Located on a beautifully maintained 80-acre campus along the bluffs of the Missouri River, Mount Marty’s hallmark is outstanding teaching, small class size, and a strong commitment to the liberal arts in the Catholic Benedictine tradition. The campus is minutes away from Lewis & Clark Lake, one of South Dakota’s most popular recreation areas, and is within driving distance of the Twin Cities, Kansas City, and Omaha.
For more information about Mount Marty University and its mission, please visit http://www.mountmarty.edu. Mount Marty University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.