Job Title: Associate Vice President, Advancement Operations

Department: Operations Administration

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Exempt/ Salaried

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 2080 Hours per year
• 12 Months per year
• 40 Hours per week (Estimated)

Job Summary

The Associate Vice President for Operations is responsible for the strategic planning and management of the infrastructure and central services needed to advance fundraising and engagement activities. In this role, the AVP will oversee business intelligence and operations, providing high-level leadership for data systems, records management, gift administration, and gift and donor stewardship. The position supervises a team of approximately nine professional staff members with three direct reports and is considered a senior member of the Advancement team.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and implement a comprehensive and sustainable suite of technology and business solutions that will position the Office of Advancement as a leader in development and alumni relations information services.
• Work across the division to understand needs and goals to provide direction in developing reporting and visualizations that provide actionable insights for both strategic and tactical use.
• Serve as primary liaison to the college’s division of ITS and other information technology teams on campus to ensure seamless integration of advancement system management and maintenance.
• Provide strategic direction and support in the execution a of comprehensive donor stewardship program, to include donor recognition, acknowledgments, endowment and stewardship reporting, and curated donor experiences.
• Provide strategic direction and support in the execution of records management and enhancement.
• Oversee budget development, tracking, and analysis for the Office of Advancement.
• Oversee all compliance reporting including the annual state charitable registration process and financial audit reporting.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of ten years working in fundraising operations, information management and/or business intelligence with at least five years in a supervisory role, preferably in a higher ed setting

Experience driving an enterprise-wide data strategy; proven competence in developing and implementing management information tools, data mining, and data modeling that produce actionable findings; experience building and refining complex, system-wide processes; participation in a major system conversion or equivalent experience; ability to lead and exercise sound judgment; excellent communication and interpersonal skills for building and maintaining internal and external relationships; a desire to innovate

The successful candidate will value the role of teamwork in a fast-paced, challenging position
and be able to implement high standards of customer service for internal and external constituents.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree; proficiency with Salesforce/Affiniquest; experience managing a team comprised of diverse roles and functions.

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications. 

Other Position Details:

• Supervises Staff
• Position will not drive CC vehicles

Application Instructions

• All applications must go through the attached link: Colorado College seeks Associate Vice President for Advancement Operations | Lindauer 
• Continuous Recruitment - for full consideration, apply by: N/A
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• Band O; $148,768 to $189,679 per year

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 7.34 hours of vacation per pay period (176 hours, 22 days per year) and 0.0462 hours of sick time for each hour worked (96 hours, 12 days per year)
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)
• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits including free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

E-Verify Information:

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov.

Benefit Information:

Please refer to https://mybensite.com/coloradocollege/

Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html