Assistant Vice Chancellor, Advancement Services

Assistant Vice Chancellor, Advancement Services Job No: 498865 Work Type: Staff Full-Time Location: Denver, CO Position Summary The University of Denver seeks a strategic and collaborative leader to serve as Assistant Vice Chair­on for Advancement Services, providing enterprise leadership for the systems, data, and operational infrastructure that power fundraising and alumni engagement success. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice Chairman for Advancement, the Assistant Vice Chair­on provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all advancement infrastructure functions, ensuring data integrity, supporting fundraising strategy, and driving data‑informed decision‑making across the division. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience (Veterans with equivalent military certification/education and experience may substitute for the degree qualification) 10 years of progressive advancement services experience 5 years of experience managing personnel Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a university setting or similarly complex non‑profit environment Experience leading advancement operations in a higher education setting Demonstrated success in leading advancement services during a comprehensive campaign Essential Functions Advancement Services Leadership Set the strategic vision and priorities for Advancement Services in alignment with institutional and advancement goals Provide comprehensive leadership, supporting the day‑to‑day functionality of a large and complex team of advancement professionals Lead the annual goal‑setting process for Advancement Services, including setting individual and team goals for staff members within his/her purview Effectively manage his/her direct operating budget and associated budgets under his/her purview Partner with Senior Vice Chairman for Advancement and senior leadership to anticipate future needs related to campaigns, growth, and donor engagement Champion the strategic use of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation across advancement services, ensuring responsible, ethical, and compliant use of data and technologies Provide leadership and oversight for all areas within Advancement Services to elevate the integrity of the advancement database and prospect development strategy Integrate service centers across Advancement and develop a shared strategy for delivering exceptional support to the entire team Partner with the University's Controller to align Advancement’s fundraising, gift accounting, and stewardship of current and endowed funds with financial planning and policies of the University of Denver Gift & Records Administration Provide strategic oversight of gift processing, receipting, compliance, and data integrity functions Ensure policies and practices align with industry standards (CASE, IRS) and institutional financial controls Guide long‑term improvements in data governance, audit readiness, and operational efficiency Prospect Development Shape the overall strategy for prospect identification, research, and pipeline development Ensure alignment between prospect development efforts and fundraising priorities Support the evolution of portfolio management and data‑informed prospect strategy Advancement Information Systems Provide strategic leadership for Advancement Information Systems, ensuring technology priorities align with internal and external partners Serve as the primary liaison with University IT and technology partners to develop and execute a long‑term roadmap for advancement systems, data infrastructure, and digital innovation Champion Advancement Information Systems as the foundation of Advancement’s technology ecosystem Guide the alignment of technology, data, and business processes across Advancement Drive innovation through the thoughtful adoption of emerging technologies, automation, and AI‑enabled solutions Data Analysis & Analytics Champion the use of data and analytics to inform strategy and decision‑making across advancement Guide development of predictive modeling, segmentation strategies, and performance metrics Ensure analytics capabilities evolve to meet the needs of campaigns and emerging fundraising models Strengthen data governance and reporting infrastructure Reporting & Business Intelligence Ensure the development of consistent, accurate, and actionable reporting frameworks Oversee institutional reporting, benchmarking, and external survey participation (e.g., CASE, EAB) Support leadership with high‑level insights into fundraising performance, trends, and outcomes University Citizenship Serve as an active and collaborative partner to all central and unit‑based advancement functions and campus colleagues to foster strategic, effective, and collaborative fundraising practices Work with partners across campus to build partnerships Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to represent the University of Denver in a variety of capacities; strong written and oral communication skills Proven ability to work with a high level of independence, maintain confidentiality, prioritize assignments, and manage time effectively Demonstrated interpersonal skills to foster and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, donors, volunteers, and University Officials Demonstrated cultural competency; ability to understand and appreciate cultural differences and communicate effectively across cultures Working knowledge of project management principles and best practices Understanding of basic accounting procedures, data collection, and complex relational databases Working Environment Standard open office environment Noise level is quiet to moderate Physical Activities Ability to use a computer for an extended period Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs. with assistance This role is not required to operate an automobile, passenger van, UTV/ATV, or golf cart Work Schedule Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Denver