Vice President of University Advancement Position Available In Greenwood, South Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: Lander University is seeking a Vice President of University Advancement to lead fundraising, alumni relations, and advancement services. This executive role, reporting to the President, involves managing the Lander Foundation and providing strategic leadership to enhance the university's philanthropic efforts. Requirements include a bachelor's degree, five years of development experience, and strong skills in donor engagement and customer service. The position is based in Greenwood County, SC.
Job Description
Vice President of University Advancement
Salary Depends on Qualifications Location Greenwood County, SC Job Type FTE – Full-Time Job Number 175597 Agency Lander University Division Lander Foundation Opening Date 04/15/2025
Closing Date Continuous Class Code:
UC04
Position Number:
000000000000
Normal Work Schedule:
Other Pay Band Unclassified Opening Date 04/15/2025
EEO Statement Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures:
Applications must be submitted online at www.careers.sc.gov. Receipt of individual applications not acknowledged. See position status at www.lander.edu/hr. Lander University is a tobacco-free campus. All final candidates are subject to successfully completing background requirements. Normal Work Schedule (Other):
University Hours:
8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday –
Friday Position Work Hours:
37.5 hours per week. To include some nights and weekends Veteran Preference Statement South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
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Job Responsibilities Lander University is seeking an experienced fundraising executive to lead its Advancement Office. Reporting to the President, the Vice President for University Advancement (VPUA) will oversee all fundraising, alumni relations, and advancement services. The VPUA will also serve as the Executive Director of the Lander Foundation, managing the endowment and facilitating board activities. As a key member of the President’s Cabinet, this role provides strategic leadership to enhance the University’s philanthropic efforts and mission. The Advancement department consists of seven staff members. Minimum and Additional Requirements A bachelor’s degree with at least five years of experience in progressively responsible development positions, and competency with electronic donor information systems required. Significant experience with alumni engagement, as well as experience engaging and cultivating new donors from recent graduating classes to promote lifelong giving. Must have strong skills in providing excellent customer service and demonstrate strong ethics. A valid driver’s license and safe driving history are required. Additional Comments Strategic thinking ability; strong analytical skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including public speaking; must be able to effectively communicate Lander’s vision and distinctive mission. Strong leader with integrity; experience and track record of hiring, developing, and leading a team, and cooperating with leadership in a collaborative and results-driven environment that enables the team to cultivate donors; plan, execute and close major gifts; and create vibrant alumni networking; high professional aspirations and the ability to serve as a mentor to a dedicated staff seeking leadership and professional development. Employer
State of South Carolina
Agency
Lander University
Address
320 Stanely Avenue Greenwood, South Carolina, 29649
Phone
864-388-8053
864-388-8037
