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Vice President for Advancement and University Relations

Employer
Radford University
Location
Virginia, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Closing date
Sep 15, 2022

The Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Radford University in the search for a Vice President for Advancement and University Relations.

Reporting to the President, the Vice President for Advancement and University Relations will be responsible for all strategic and operational planning for Advancement and University Relations; the development and management of systems of accountability for the staff in all divisional areas; management of budget priorities; and representation of the division internally and externally. The Vice President will oversee major gifts, planned gifts, corporation and foundation relations, alumni relations and annual giving as well as compliance with CASE standards, working with the RU Foundation, university wide branding, messaging, marketing, advertising, public and media relations, publications, creative services, and digital and media strategy.

Radford University is a comprehensive public university of nearly 9,000 students located in the foothills of Virginia. It is nationally recognized for many of its undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Known for its strong faculty and student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment, and vibrant student life, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom. The university offers 76 bachelor’s degrees in 47 disciplines, three associate degrees, and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 28 master’s programs in 23 disciplines and six doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 13 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master’s certificate. As a Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men’s and women’s varsity athletics. With an eye on the future, the university is in the midst of a $100 million campaign that focuses on five pillars: access and opportunity; academic excellence and research; student success and engagement; the athletic experience; and emerging needs. With the help of more than 80,000 alumni worldwide, Radford University is confident in meeting the goal and ensuring continued impact for students, faculty, staff, the community, the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world.

Radford University has continuously been recognized for the strength of its academic programs, the success of its sustainability efforts, and its dedication to excellence. The Princeton Review has included the university on its list of best colleges and universities in the southeast for more than 15 years, and on the list of best regional universities in the south for nearly a decade. Radford University is number 14 among top public schools in the south according to U.S. New and World Report. The publication also named it among the best colleges for veterans in the south, top green colleges in the nation, and best value schools—regional universities south. Radford has also been named a “College of Distinction” by Colleges of Distinction and received a military friendly school designation by Viqtory. Many of the university’s programs and departments also have been recognized for excellence. U.S. News and World Report has recognized the teaching program as one of the best undergraduate teaching programs and named the nursing school among the nation's best nursing schools; Doctor of Nursing practice. The publication also recognized the university for best Master of Social Work program. The Business School received recognition from The Princeton Review among best business schools and best business schools for 2021: on-campus MBA programs. Niche.com, 2021 named Radford University among best colleges for criminal justice and best colleges for sports management and DesignIntelligence, 2019 recognized the university for most admired interior design schools.

A bachelor's degree is required for this position. A master's degree, or an equivalent level of training and work experience, is preferred. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of Radford University as well as the responsibilities and qualifications presented in the prospectus.

To apply for this position, visit: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/1144 

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