Vice Chancellor for University Advancement Communications and Engagement
Vice Chancellor for University Advancement Communications and Engagement
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$ 190000 - 235000
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Vice Chancellor for University Advancement
Communications and Engagement
Office of the Chancellor
Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate Inspire and Impact in the Rockies!
At the base of the Rocky Mountains Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenerya mosaic of history arts and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forwardthinking growth an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.
Salary Range: $190000 $235000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.
Work Location: Hybrid
Benefits at a Glance
At UCCS our employees are our most valued asset. Were proud to offer:
- Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days 10 sick days paid parental leave 13 recognized holidays and provisions for bereavement jury duty and FAMLI Leave.
- Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost including a yearly mental health visit. Plus benefit from affordable dental vision plans and competitive prescription drug prices.
- Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings flexible spending accounts and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
- Further Your Education: Avail nine waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
- Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage we prioritize wellbeing and holistic development.
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Summary
The Vice Chancellor for University Advancement Communications and Engagement supports the Chancellor in administrative and financial duties by leading strategic outreach resource development and engagement efforts. This position oversees a comprehensive fundraising and engagement portfolio exceeding $15 million annually along with alumni relations government and military relations commencement and executive events marketing and communications media relations university branding community engagement and UCCS Downtown. The Vice Chancellor is a critical member of the university Executive Leadership Team and collaborates to enhance the institutional reputation and foster meaningful stakeholder relationships.
UCCS a high research activity institution and one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system has a broad range of degree programs in the liberal arts and sciences and professional programs in business education engineering nursing and health sciences and public service. UCCS seeks to provide unsurpassed studentcentered teaching and learning and outstanding research and creative work that serve our community region state and nation as a premier comprehensive regional research university. The campus founded in 1965 enrolls approximately 10500 students annually and offers 56 baccalaureate degree programs 31 masters programs and ten doctoral programs.
The Division of University Advancement Communications and Engagement at UCCS is dedicated to elevating the universitys mission by fostering strategic partnerships enhancing institutional visibility and securing critical resources. Through innovative fundraising alumni and donor relations government and military partnerships branding marketing and community engagement the division strengthens UCCSs reputation and impact. By driving collaborative initiatives and stewarding vital relationships University Advancement is pivotal in advancing the universitys longterm success and commitment to students faculty and the broader community.
Essential Functions
The duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
- Team Leadership:
- Cultivate a highperforming team by setting strategic direction fostering collaboration and supporting professional development.
- Guide the Executive Director for Strategic Partnerships in developing and stewarding PublicPrivate Partnerships (P3s) that enhance university initiatives.
- Strategic Fundraising & Stakeholder Engagement:
- Drive fundraising strategy ensuring the cultivation of major gifts and strong relationships with CU System CU Foundation donors corporate partners and alumni.
- Lead a highperforming team in closing large complex gifts and securing transformational philanthropic investments that advance university priorities.
- Responsible for donor pipeline management ensuring effective donor stewardship reporting and fundraising metrics to maintain lifelong engagement.
- Accountable for meeting or exceeding annual fundraising targets through strategic donor engagement and innovative development strategies.
- Institutional Branding & Public Relations: Provide strategic oversight of university branding media relations and marketing to enhance visibility and reputation. Shape strategic communication plans that align with institutional goals and stakeholder confidence.
- Government Community & Military Relations: Advocate for university interests by fostering relationships with federal state and local government officials. Advance public funding opportunities and expand partnerships that support militaryaffiliated students.
- Event Planning & University Engagement: Provide executive oversight for major university events including commencement to maximize engagement with students alumni faculty and the community.
- Strategic Communication & Recruitment Support: Enhance the universitys brand and mission by working collaboratively with Marketing and Communications and Enrollment Management and Student Affairs (EMSA) to strengthen recruitment initiatives partnerships and outreach efforts.
- University Representation & Strategic Partnerships: Represent UCCS at key events and serve on community boards to build partnerships that advance institutional goals.
- Collaboration with CU System & University Leadership: Ensure advancement efforts align with CU System initiatives while collaborating with the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) Deans Center & Institute Leaders and Faculty to integrate advancement strategies with academic priorities.
- Financial Oversight: Provide executive direction for budget and resource allocation ensuring alignment with institutional goals and compliance with university policies. Works closely with ELT on strategic financial planning and visioning for UCCS.
- Bachelors degree in a relevant field such as Business Communications Humanities or Public Administration. An advanced degree in a relevant field is preferred.
Experience in fundraising and development with direct involvement in cultivating soliciting and stewarding major gifts from individuals corporations and foundations. - Strong leadership experience in fundraising is required.
- Leadership in alumni relations marketing government relations or related areas is highly desired.
- Ability to work effectively with university leadership donors and community partners to achieve institutional goals.
- Strong problemsolving and conflictresolution skills with the ability to make highlevel decisions in complex environments.
- Experience in collaborating and working with systemlevel fundraising and donor support.
- Experience in higher education fundraising and working with national foundations is highly desirable.
- Experience managing a portfolio of major and principal gifts donors and experience closing large complex gifts.
- Proven ability to drive innovation within dynamic team environments and lead adaptive changes to advance institutional goals.
Tentative Search Timeline
- Priority will be given to applications submitted by: March 30 2025.
- Potential interview dates:March 31 2025 April 11 2025.
- Potential start date: June 1 2025.
UCCS is an equalopportunity employer. All hiring decisions are made based on jobrelated qualifications skills and experience. We are committed to maintaining a fair transparent and legally compliant hiring process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.
In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.
Employment Type
Full-Time
