Assistant Vice President, Advancement Services

Position Summary

University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) is dedicated to soliciting the private funding necessary to support the strategic goals of the University in teaching, learning, and research. The personnel of UDAR work university-wide as well as within individual schools and colleges of the University to discover, motivate, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni, parents, faculty, and friends for immediate, long-range, and future financial support, through gifts and pledges to the University, for critical operations such as student aid, faculty support, academic and research program development, and facilities and infrastructure. UDAR's endeavors raise funds for immediate University use and also for the University's endowment.

The Assistant Vice President, Advancement Services will oversee key operational functions that support the university's fundraising and donor engagement efforts. Provide strategic oversight for gift agreements management, donor services, and gifts and records services of over one million records including over 650,000 alumni to ensure the integrity, efficiency, and compliance of all philanthropic transactions. Partner closely with development officers, finance, legal teams, and university leadership to enhance donor experiences and maintain best practices in advancement operations. Oversee the acceptance and processing of all charitable contributions, over 90,000 gifts per year totaling $500 million, to NYU in accordance with University policy, donor intent, federal and state regulations, and industry best practices.

UDAR encourages work-life integration for our employees, therefore this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

Required Education:Bachelor's DegreePreferred Education:Master's DegreeRequired Experience:10+ years or more of direct experience in a leadership role in a complex development environmentPreferred Experience:10+ years experience preferably in higher educationRequired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Technical expertise and knowledge, with significant experience with hands-on management, application development, and financial reporting experience with large development and alumni data processing systems

Demonstrated leadership and management skills, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills

Previous experience within complex organizations preferably in higher education

Demonstrated information technology experience and leadership within a highly complex organization, including direct management of Advancement Services professionals

Proven expertise in leading the development of technology solutions to support, enhance, and optimize fundraising efforts

Demonstrated experience administering and complying with CASE and VSE reporting standards and guidelines

Demonstrated knowledge of data management practices, data governance, and data security

Subject matter expertise in fundraising operations, understanding and interest in key industry issues

Excellent communication, interpersonal, presentation, and organizational skills

Knowledge of modern data management practices and techniques, including database information systems, data modeling, and analysis

Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace

Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of philanthropy, development operations, and Advancement Services

Demonstrated leadership and strategic planning expertise, as well as experience working with cross-functional teams

Demonstrated experience managing a large diverse teamPreferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Ability to work in a team-based environment and have ability to direct and motivate staff and volunteers

Ability to extract and analyze data to make effective, efficient, and independent decisions about strategy and process

Knowledge of modern data management practices and techniques, including database information systems, data modeling, and analysis

Familiarity with technology and other innovations that can streamline processes

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $185,000.00 to USD $235,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items. NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.