St. Patrick's Seminary and University

The Vice President of Advancement is the chief advancement officer for the Seminary and is responsible for overall solicitation of individual, foundation, and corporate gifts; applying for and managing grants; designing and executing special events; and overseeing planned giving as well as any future endowment or capital campaign efforts.. Key duties include ongoing donor stewardship and cultivation efforts, cultivating and soliciting major gifts, board and volunteer engagement, and oversight of Advancement staff.. o Expand grant funding by contributing to highly-effective grant writing and outcome management.. Use data and research to evaluate, strengthen, and enhance existing individual giving and corporate and foundation relations programs.. Additional physical demands include event set-up and clean-up (e.g. moving tables, carrying boxes, hanging signs, etc).

vice president of advancement

Job Overview:The Vice President of Advancement is the chief advancement officer for the Seminary and is responsible for overall solicitation of individual, foundation, and corporate gifts; applying for and managing grants; designing and executing special events; and overseeing planned giving as well as any future endowment or capital campaign efforts. Key duties include ongoing donor stewardship and cultivation efforts, cultivating and soliciting major gifts, board and volunteer engagement, and oversight of Advancement staff. The Vice President of Advancement reports to the President-Rector and is a member of the President-Rector’s Cabinet. Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:o  Develop a comprehensive development plan that includes strategies and tactics to increase private philanthropy and fundraising for program and non-restricted donations for the Seminary.o  Expand grant funding by contributing to highly-effective grant writing and outcome management.o  Work with the President-Rector to raise visibility and support for the Seminary, including speaking engagements and high-level community partner relations.o  Oversee special events and outreach efforts throughout the year to ensure they contribute to the expansion and stewardship of the donor base, increase public awareness, garner corporate and private donor support, and raise funds for the Seminary.o  Assess and expand efforts around legacy and planned giving strategies and tactics.o  Oversee the maintenance and updating of the donor data base.o  Develop management reports of key metrics regarding donor information. Use data and research to evaluate, strengthen, and enhance existing individual giving and corporate and foundation relations programs.o  Develop and implement an appropriate donor recognition and stewardship program.o  Work with the President-Rector to raise visibility and support for the Seminary, including speaking engagements and high-level community partner relations.o  Work with the President-Rector to maintain positive relationships, strong engagement, and effective communication with Board of Trustees.o  Expand grant funding by contributing to highly-effective grant writing and outcome management.o  Ensure compliance with state and federal rules and regulations governing fundraising in California by a 501(c)(3) organization.o  Represent STPSU during events and gatherings.o  Hire, train, inspire, and guide direct reports and the entire advancement team toward accountable, goal-oriented outcomes. Working Conditions:o  This is a full-time, regular, exempt staff position.o  Standard workdays are Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm, with occasional evenings and weekends required.o  This position requires computer-based work, but also includes frequent interaction with students, faculty, other members of the administration and the general public in person, by telephone, and/ or electronically.o  Light Travel is required. The Vice President must be willing to travel extensively in his or her work with donors and as a representative of the Seminary including driving to meet current and prospective donors.o  Position requires some standing, walking, and reaching to access archived materials that may weigh as much as 20 pounds. Additional physical demands include event set-up and clean-up (e.g. moving tables, carrying boxes, hanging signs, etc). Qualifications:o  Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related field, master’s degree preferred.o  At least 7-10 years of’ experience in cultivating and soliciting philanthropic support from individual, corporate and foundation sources. Experience in all phases of fund-raising is required. Experience in higher education is preferred.o  Candidate must display a record of leadership and accomplishment in advancement with a proven track record of fundraising success, especially with campaign planning/execution and in major gift solicitations.o  Strong organizational, supervisory, and leadership capabilities are required.o  Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, donor databases, and other common fundraising software.o  Excellent Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.. Excellent interpersonal skills are required.o  Ability to work independently with little supervision and as part of a team is essential. Send cover letter and resume to: linda.greco@stpsu.edu

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