Executive Director for Advancement - College of Arts and Science

Advancement

The University of Missouri seeks highly qualified applicants for the senior leadership role of Executive Director for Advancement in the College of Arts & Science. The Executive Director for Advancement will direct a portfolio of individual & corporate/foundation major-gift prospects, develop annual advancement plans for the college, and foster relationships that lead to gifts supporting the college's strategic vision for its future. The Executive Director will collaborate with the dean, department chairs, and MU Advancement to secure six/seven/eight figure gifts and serve as the primary steward for the college. This leader will build, shape, and manage a team of five. The current A&S Advancement team includes a Senior Director of Advancement, a Director of Advancement, two Advancement Officers, a Donor Engagement Coordinator, and a full-time dedicated support staff.

The College of Arts and Science is a place where faculty and students are devoted to discovery in the laboratory and field, the studio and stage, the library and archive. A&S is the largest college at MU, with approximately 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students, 500 full-time faculty, nearly 200 full-time staff, more than 30 undergraduate majors, and just under 50 minors. There are 28 departments, two museums, Marching Mizzou, and two ROTC units. There are 65,000 A&S living alums.

This is a senior leadership role for the College of Arts and Science advancement program. As such, this leader will oversee all fundraising efforts. Specific Duties include, but are not limited to:
* Provide leadership, coaching, mentoring, and inspiration to a team of major gift fundraisers; currently, the team includes a Sr. Director of Advancement, a Director of Advancement, two Advancement Officers, and a Donor Engagement Coordinator.
* Strategize fundraising efforts within the College in conjunction with the Dean, Department Chairs, and MU Advancement
* Identify prospective individual and corporate/foundation donors
* Develop, implement, and manage an annual advancement plan for the College
* Manage an individual portfolio of major-gift donors, make substantive contact (including face-to-face visits) with them, and present major-gift proposals to them
* Identify donor prospects with a strong sphere of influence and affluence resulting in major leadership gifts and principal gifts of $5 million or more
* Actively engage in campus prospect management efforts in conjunction with MU Advancement
* Serve as the primary college liaison with MU Advancement

Success will be measured by tracking individually based goals for proposals delivered and closed, the number of substantive personal contacts and visits, and dollars raised.
We invest in our employees at the University of Missouri Office of Advancement. Once you join our team, you will participate in the Discipline of Frontline Fundraising (DFF) program with Plus Delta Partners, a 9-month series of fundraising workshops and 1:1 skill building. Ensuring you have the tools to succeed is an Advancement priority. Your success as a gift officer will have a direct and lasting impact on Mizzou and the campaign's priorities.

M-F 8am-5pm, various travel, and can include irregular working hours

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 7 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

* Master's degree
* Minimum of seven years of fundraising in a university setting
* Reliably closed $3+ million annually.
* Supervisory and communications experience in higher education or a non-profit environment.
* Fundraising in an academic setting. Preference will be given to candidates with previous experience in a science-based college or unit and/or academic capital campaign experience.
* Direct team culture and provide leadership, coaching, mentoring, and inspiration to the Arts & Science advancement team.
* Drive the fundraising and alum/stakeholder engagement efforts within the College, reporting to both the Dean and the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Advancement - Constituent Units.
* Proactively identify prospective individual and corporate/foundation donors to secure $50,000+ gifts.
* Create the College's annual advancement plan and oversee the development, implementation, and management, working toward a yearly unit fundraising goal of $7 million+.
* Strategically partner with the college's strategic communications team to ensure consistent and compelling message alignment for all stakeholders.
* Steward genuine relationships with the College's donors, alumni, partners, and stakeholders.
* Manage an individual portfolio of major-gift donors ($100,000+), make substantive and meaningful contact (including phone, video, and face-to-face visits) with them, and successfully present major-gift proposals.
* Identify leadership-giving prospects with a strong sphere of influence and affluence resulting in major leadership gifts (six/seven/eight figures).
* Actively engage in campus prospect management efforts in conjunction with the college's priorities.
* Passionately serve as the primary liaison between MU Advancement and the College of Arts & Science's leadership, students, faculty, and staff, building meaningful relationships and lasting connections.

Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000 yearly

Grade: GGS-014

University Title: Director IV Advancement

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Our benefits:
As one of Missouri's largest employers, MU staff members enjoy exceptionally competitive health, PTO and retirement plans. A few highlights:
* Health Insurance -Three plans to choose from, including our Custom Network Plan; a cost-effective insurance option that utilizes our extensive network of MU-affiliated hospitals, clinics and pharmacies.
* HSA - UM provides between $400 - $1200 in contributions to health savings accounts, depending on plans and dependents
* Dental - 100% coverage for preventative care, with no restrictions on network or non-network providers
* Vision - $0 copays on frames and contact lenses along with a $140 allowance, and a $10 copay on yearly eye exams.
* Retirement - UM will match 100% of up to 8% of eligible pay contributed to a 457(b), with a three-year vesting period on University contributions.
* Tuition Assistance - Up to 75% of tuition and supplemental fees waived for employees, and 50% waived for spouses and dependents
* Time Off - Separate vacation, sick leave, and personal day accrual, as well as nine paid national holidays.
* Winter Break - The university observes a paid holiday for the period between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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