Assistant Vice President of Development

The Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Trinity University in the search for an Assistant Vice President of Development.

Reporting to the Vice President for Alumni Relations & Development, the Assistant Vice President of Development will oversee all day-to-day activities and long-term strategies across Alumni Relations & Development including annual giving, major and planned gifts, advancement communications and donor relations, advancement resources, alumni relations, and special events—identifying, cultivating, facilitating, and stewarding alumni engagement, volunteer leadership, and financial support on behalf of Trinity University. This position is in San Antonio, Texas. Trinity University offers a flexible work arrangement where staff have the option to work from home two days of the week.  

Trinity University is a transformational liberal arts and sciences university with pre-professional and professional programs that place the student experience at its heart. Trinity is committed to the highest levels of academic and professional excellence in teaching, research, learning, service, leadership, and personal integrity. Trinity University is redefining liberal arts education for the 21st century by embracing innovation that ensures the university will become a national leader by preparing students to thrive in an interconnected world.

For more than 150 years, the bedrock of Trinity University has been one of resilience and innovation. Noted for red brick buildings, native live oaks, and beautiful grounds, its skyline campus sits on 125 acres overlooking downtown San Antonio, Texas—its home for 70 years. Trinity is host to more than 2,500 students. Trinity University offers more than 100 majors and minors, plus several interdisciplinary and advising programs. Opportunities in undergraduate research, internships, and study abroad programs allow students to merge their talents with self-designed courses of study. Trinity faculty stay current with developments in their fields, involving students in cutting-edge research and enlivening their classes. The nine-to-one student-to-faculty ratio ensures that all students are connected to their work and the faculty. Beyond the classroom, Trinity University is home to 18 intercollegiate athletics teams, with student-athletes regularly earning Academic All-America Honors and NCAA postgraduate scholarships. There are also more than 150 student organizations and clubs that ensure students can explore their passions and broaden their worldview. An alumni network of more than 37,000 Trinity graduates around the globe helps to open doors and offer mentorship even after graduation.

Trinity University is guided by a set of values and is committed to implementing practices in pursuit of an inclusive campus for all students, faculty, and staff to feel welcomed and accepted for who they are. Among these values is Intentional Inclusion. Trinity fosters an environment where people connect across differences, acting with radical empathy and nurturing enduring relationships. The university commits to implementing practices in pursuit of an inclusive campus for all students, faculty, and staff to feel welcomed and valued.

As an innovator and leader in liberal arts, Trinity University receives national recognition for its work. U.S. News & World Report named Trinity first in the nation on its list of best colleges for merit aid and the Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education ranked it 38th among best liberal arts colleges in the nation. College Consensus put the university in the top 100 on the best colleges and universities in the nation list and the top 50 for most supportive alumni network. Trinity University also earned top spot on the best small college in Texas list and was ranked 30th best small college in America by Niche.

Trinity University will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds. A bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least eight years of experience in senior development roles, preferably within a university or liberal arts institution, is preferred. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of Trinity University as well as the responsibilities and qualifications presented in the prospectus. Preference will be given to applications received by April 7, 2023.

The salary range for this position is $150,000 to $165,000 annually.

Trinity University is an equal opportunity employer and as such provides equal opportunity for employment and advancement of all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any status protected by Federal, State, or Local Laws.

To apply for this position, visit: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/1260.