Associate VP for Advancement, Finance & Operations

To be fully considered for this position all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission:

• A complete and accurate GSU application.
• Resume.
• Cover Letter outlining your experiences as it relates to the purpose and mission of GSU Advancement.

#LI-BD1

Minimum Hiring Standards:

• A bachelors degree and seven years of experience at least three years of which must have included supervisory/management responsibilities; or a combination of training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in managing alumni data

• Experience working with university-related or non-profit organizations

• Experience with real estate and bond financing

• CPA/MBA or similar license/certification is desirable.

ABOUT UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT

Georgia State University Advancement works to further Georgia States status as a national leader in student success research and innovation and cultural impact. By connecting with alumni engaging donors and increasing philanthropic support for students and scholars were helping to transform lives and build our global community. The University Advancement Division furthers the university and its mission through several departments including Development Corporate & Foundation Relations Alumni Relations and the Georgia State University Foundation.

Georgia State University Foundation Inc.

At the Georgia State University Foundation we approach our work with passion to be excellent to positively impact the Universitys donors on all levels and to find innovative ways to ensure that we uphold the mission of the University. The foundation is registered to solicit charitable contributions with appropriate state governing authorities. By Supporting GSUs mission through these contributions the Foundation works with the rest of the University Advancement to identify cultivate solicit and steward donors.

These are exciting times at the University Advancement. We are growing and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to identify cultivate and steward donors.

Are you ready for us Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction If you are we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational career and personal backgrounds not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team.

University Advancement is seeking (1)Associate Vice President Finance and Operationsto join the already incredible team taking Georgia State University to the next level of excellence!

WHAT MAKES UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT A GREAT PLACE

• Generous benefits including health dental vision tuition assistance retirement etc.

• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with cross-campus and external partners

• Professional development opportunity and mentorship

• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Job Duties

Responsible for the overall finance and operations of the Development Division and the GSU Foundation. Works in tandem with the Vice President of Development/GSU Foundation President other AVPs of development other university and GSU Foundation leadership to plan land establish goals and objectives. Keeps current with changes in the industry as it applies to the fundraising foundation and endowment administration to assure knowledge of the most current techniques and trends and the appropriate application of them. Provide in-depth analysis on budget financial and operational matters. Provide long range financial planning forecasts for the Division and GSU Foundation including new initiatives and ventures. Ensure the integrity of the financial and donor records data. Oversees internal and external financial gift and survey reporting. Ensures financial audits gift receipting real estate lax and other reporting is completed as required and is in compliance with federal and state regulations.

Responsible for managerial leadership for the accounting (investments real estate financials and budgeting) gift and records management and information systems departments. Meet regularly with the managers of each department Mentor employees. Acquire and maintain knowledge of GSU and GSU Foundation policies and procedures and assuring alignment with strategic direction and goals. Develop policies and provide guidance for implementation. Acquire and utilize managerial land interpersonal skills of negotiation conflict resolution active listening and team leadership. Foster open environment of dialogue with the department mangers that results in the identification planning and implementation of department services that are efficient and with effective internal controls. Ensure there is cooperative interaction with other division and college and university units.

Provide managerial leadership for and on behalf of the Division. Become knowledgeable of all aspects of the business and actively contribute ideas and opinions that further the interests of University Advancement. Act as a resource for the Division colleges and units on administrative and financial matters strategies policies and procedures. Communicates and meets regularly with vice presidents deans assistant vice presidents business and development officers.

Provide managerial leadership for and on behalf of the GSU Foundation. Become knowledgeable of all aspects of the business and actively contribute ideas and opinions that further the interests of the GSU Foundation. Provides training and acts as a resource for board of trustees committees donors and volunteers on administrative and financial matters. Staffs the GSU Foundation Audit Finance Investment and Real Estate committees. Coordinate committee meetings. Provide relevant information and researched ideas to committee members. Ensure minutes are taken and distributed. Functions as the primary contact for internal and external financial and operational relationships such as accounting and audit investments banking real estate financing gift and records management.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It is understood that the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties if requested by the supervisor. Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and may be revised if deemed necessary. Individuals will also be required to work some nights and weekends when necessary travel (via plane train or car) at least 15% of the time within and outside of the state of Georgia.