Associate Vice Chancellor for Development
- Employer
- University of California, Santa Cruz
- Location
- California, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Closing date
- Sep 28, 2021
View more
- Position Type
- Executive
- Fields
- Academic Centers
- Employment Type
- Full Time
The Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with University
of California Santa Cruz in the search for an Associate Vice
Chancellor for Development.
Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for University Relations, the
Associate Vice Chancellor for Development is a pivotal leadership
role at the University, working at the highest levels internally
and externally to generate philanthropic support for the campus; to
cultivate long-term donor relationships; to assure gifts are
applied as intended; and to conform all practices to the highest
standards of ethical and financial compliance. The Associate Vice
Chancellor will be the principal strategist for leadership and
major gifts fundraising and will set high standards of performance
measurements to achieve campus goals and develop a highly effective
and productive development team. The Associate Vice Chancellor will
oversee Divisional Development where staff are embedded in the five
academic divisions: Arts, Engineering, Humanities, Physical and
Biological Sciences, and Social Sciences; Foundation Relations;
Planned Giving; and Central Development including regional and
campus initiatives.
A global research university, UC Santa Cruz is part of the world’s
most celebrated system of public higher education, and stands among
the most renowned institutions of higher learning. The campus was
founded as a bold experiment in higher education, blossoming in a
short time into a research and creative powerhouse. United by the
pursuit of social and environmental justice and driven by passion
and curiosity, its faculty, students, and staff innovate across
disciplines; push the envelope of knowledge; and deploy their
expertise and voice to advocate for transformative change. UC Santa
Cruz is bold in its ideas, determined in its pursuits, and
distinguished for its societal impact. It is a proud partner to the
many communities it serves and understands its role as an
intellectual, creative, and economic engine for the greater Santa
Cruz, Monterey, and Santa Clara regions. The campus shares the
distinction of being one of only four Hispanic-serving Institutions
that are members of the AAU and it is also an Asian American and
Native American Pacific Islander serving institution.
University Relations at UC Santa Cruz supports the teaching,
research, and public service of the University by building
community, engaging ambassadors, and strengthening institutional
advocacy. It raises UC Santa Cruz’s reputation by promoting the
good work of students, faculty, staff, and alumni. It raises
private philanthropic resources to support the mission and
advancement of the University. The University Relations culture is
lively and dynamic; the team values collaboration; and its staff
are resourceful, enthusiastic, and hard-working.
Diversity is a defining feature of University of California Santa
Cruz and is embraced as a source of strength. Differences—of race,
ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity,
age, socioeconomic status, abilities, experience, and more—enhance
UC Santa Cruz's ability to achieve its core missions of public
service, teaching, and research. The University welcomes faculty,
staff, and students from all backgrounds and wants everyone at UC
to feel respected and valued.
A bachelor’s degree is required for this position as is ten years
of fundraising or relevant, transferable resource development
experience, including building, managing, and mentoring teams. All
applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé.
Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of University of
California Santa Cruz and the responsibilities and qualifications
stated in the prospectus.
Get job alerts
Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox.
Create alert