Assistant Vice Chancellor for Advancement

Agency

Department

The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, eight state agencies, Texas A&M – Fort Worth and the RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond.

The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor: additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options; tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience.

Job Description Summary:

The Assistant Vice Chancellor for Advancement serves as the primary Advancement Services Officer for the Texas A&M University System. Members of the Texas A&M University System have varying levels of expertise within their organizations. The Assistant Vice Chancellor supports members, as needed, in the execution of their fundraising, donor relations, and stewardship plans.

Responsibilities:
- Support System members as needed in their fundraising efforts.

- Assist with donor research.

- Support System members in the creation and execution of stewardship plans.

- Serve as a liaison between System members and OGC to support the execution of gift agreements.

- Advise System members on naming opportunities and policies.

- Create donor reports for the System.

- Work collaboratively with the Chancellor and the System Executive Team on external funding from individual donors, foundations and agencies.

- Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.
- Four years related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Leadership and accomplishment in the field of development.

- Track record of fundraising success, especially in major gift development and solicitations.

- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Excellent presentation skills.

- Strong work ethic, personal integrity and strategic thinking.

- Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Other Requirements:

This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents only. Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices. Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply. A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.