Vice President for Advancement

Description


Gustavus Adolphus College is a nationally recognized residential liberal arts institution rooted in its Lutheran heritage and guided by enduring commitments to excellence, community, justice, service, and faith. Located in Saint Peter, Minnesota, Gustavus is known for close student-faculty relationships, a deeply engaged campus community, and an educational experience designed to prepare students not only for careers, but for lives of purpose and impact. Through an innovative liberal arts curriculum, the College encourages students to explore broadly, think critically, and develop the confidence to lead in meaningful ways.


This is a defining moment for Gustavus. Under new presidential leadership and guided by a newly approved strategic plan, the College is advancing an ambitious vision to become a national model for a distinctive, lifelong liberal arts education. Strong enrollment trends, an engaged Board, and a commitment to mission-driven growth have positioned Gustavus to pursue long-term sustainability while continuing to strengthen the student experience.


The Opportunity:


The Vice President for Advancement will serve as a key member of the President's cabinet and as the institution's chief advancement officer, leading a comprehensive and integrated advancement enterprise at a transformative moment in Gustavus's history.


Reporting directly to President John C. Volin, PhD, the Vice President will help guide the execution of a bold, multi-year strategy focused on expanding philanthropic support, deepening alumni and constituent engagement, and advancing the College's long-term financial sustainability.


The successful candidate will partner closely with the President, Board of Trustees, and senior leadership to lead campaign strategy, steward major and principal gift relationships, empower an energized team, and cultivate new pathways for donor engagement, including corporate and foundation partnerships. Gustavus seeks a leader who can bring both vision and operational rigor to advancement, leveraging data-informed strategies and strong relationship-building skills to elevate performance across the division.


This is an opportunity for an experienced advancement executive to lead through a moment of opportunity and help position Gustavus for sustained philanthropic growth and institutional impact.


The salary range for this position is $195,000-$230,000.


Prerequisites


Gustavus offers competitive and comprehensive benefits which include:

• Medical insurance (which includes access to Nice Healthcare) as well as dental, vision, and life insurance
• Workplace accommodations for physical or mental health concerns
• Onsite health services
• Free parking, exercise classes, and use of library and athletic facilities
• Paid parental leave
• Employer contribution to retirement savings plan (after one year of employment)
• Tuition scholarships for dependents
• Tuition benefit plan for employees and spouse
• 13 paid Holidays + generous PTO plan

Gustavus Adolphus College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.


Gustavus Adolphus College is one of the nation's leading private liberal arts colleges serving approximately 1,800 students. The College aspires to be a community of persons from diverse backgrounds who respect and affirm the dignity of all people. Known for its strong science, writing, music, athletics, study-away, and service-learning programs, Gustavus is located on a scenic 340-acre hill in St. Peter, Minnesota only one hour southwest of the Twin Cities.


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Contact


Katie Bishop | View email address on click.appcast.io | View phone number on click.appcast.io


Posted : Wed May 20, 2026