University of Missouri Looking for Sr Director of Advancement, Regional Programs – West Coast Full Time

The Senior Director of Advancement, Regional Programs – West Coast position will join the Regional
Programs Team committed to fundraising by geographic area. The role focuses on the West Coast Region of the United States with emphasis on
Southern California (Los Angeles and Orange County), and Alaska, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and
Wyoming (subject to change). Extensive travel, up to 50% within the region, including overnight trips, is required. The successful candidate
will achieve fundraising metrics while collaborating with other University Advancement staff members to remain donor centered. This
candidate will utilize best practices to identify, evaluate, cultivate, solicit, and steward prospective and current donors, alumni, and
friends of the university with a philanthropic capacity of $50,000 and higher. The Senior Director will achieve a high level of annual
productivity for contacts, visits, and proposals presented and closed. Through a collaborative approach, the Senior Director will partner
with Advancement colleagues in the schools, colleges, and programs to coordinate strategy and planning. 

Since 1839, and as
Missouri’s only state-supported member of the Association of American Universities, the University of Missouri (MU) has been engaged in
groundbreaking research and comprehensive academics that define its strength as a higher education institution. Today, MU supports 31,103
students in 300+ degree programs, including 97 undergraduate majors, 96 master’s degrees, 69 doctoral degrees, and over 70 certificates.
Students work side by side with some of the world’s best faculty to advance the arts and humanities, the sciences, and the professions. At
MU, scholarship and teaching are driven daily by a commitment to public service-the obligation to produce and disseminate knowledge that
will improve the quality of life in the state, the nation, and the world. MU’s NCAA Division I Athletics program in the Southeastern
Conference (SEC) has 550 student-athletes across 20 sports. There are 344,000 MU alumni living around the world, 185,000 of which remain in
the state of Missouri, maintaining MU’s positive impact globally and locally.

University of Missouri takes pride in driving
innovation and the state of Missouri economy through its extensive research and outreach programs which support local families, business
owners, farmers, firefighters and police, and healthcare providers. In 2021, the university secured $389 million on total research via the
National Science Foundation. It boasts about 100 new inventions each year and infuses the Missouri economy with approximately $5B on an
annual basis. Overall, the University of Missouri the Missouri economy with approximately $5B on an annual basis. Overall, the University of
Missouri positively impacts 1 million Missouri residents through its offerings.  

On the heels of record retention and enrollment
growth amidst unprecedented challenges facing higher education in 2020, the University of Missouri jumped 15 spots in the U.S. News & World
Report list of top national universities, rising to 124 in the publication’s newest rankings of more than 380 public and private
institutions. MU also moved up five spots, from No. 90 in 2020 to No. 85, among the Best Value Schools- a measure of colleges that offer the
best value for students getting need-based financial aid. Additionally, the university climbed 13 spots to No. 86 among the Best Colleges
for Veterans.  

Mizzou Advancement emphasizes talent acquisition and professional development in service to its overall mission of
enhancing private support of the University of Missouri. As a result, the division continues to attract top talent from around the country.
Comprising 180 staff members with a presence across the United States and around the world, Mizzou Advancement announced the $1.3 billion
Mizzou: Our Time to Lead campaign in October 2015. At its conclusion in 2020, it was the most successful philanthropic campaign in the
university’s history, at over $1.4 billion.

Salary

Salary Range: $110k-$130k salary

Grade: GGS
013

University title: Advancement Director III

Internal candidates can determine their university title by accessing the
Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Shift

Monday thru Friday 8-5 pm. This is a remote position based in the West
Coast Region of the United States. Regular trips to the Columbia, Missouri campus (minimum of 4) to engage with Advancement and campus
colleagues are required.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education
and experience and at least 6 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is
necessary

Preferred Qualifications

• Commitment to the mission of University of Missouri-to provide all
  Missourians the benefits of a world-class research university.
• A history of soliciting and closing major, planned, and blended gifts
  with significant institutional impact and an ability to work effectively with high-capacity donors.
• Sophisticated understanding of
  the stages in the donor life cycle.
• Working knowledge all types of giving vehicles and tax laws related to charitable
  giving.
• Commitment to donor focused fundraising and an ability to    learn and understand organizational relationships and dynamics
  and use them to achieve objectives and goals.
• Experience using best practices to create and execute donor-focused major gifts
  strategies that drive revenue and alumni participation rates.
• Ability to think creatively and develop innovative strategies to
  achieve goals.
• Comprehensive knowledge of fundraising principles, methods, and standards in a college or research university
  setting.
• Outstanding collaborative skills and an ability to serve as a member of a team while working independently across diverse
  constituencies.
• Strong time management, organizational, strategic thinking, and planning skills.
• Exemplary interpersonal and
  written communication skills, and an ability to favorably affect volunteers and donors.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivation,
  discipline, and personal integrity.
• Fluency and comfort with technology.
• Outstanding customer service skills including an
  ability to build consensus, resolve conflict, and leverage integrity; and
• Analyze needs, propose solutions, and motivate and inspire
  others to action.

Application Materials

Resume and Cover Letter

Other
Information

Our benefits:
As one of Missouri’s largest employers, MU staff members enjoy exceptionally competitive
health, PTO and retirement plans. A few highlights:
* Health Insurance -Three plans to choose from, including our Custom Network Plan; a
cost-effective insurance option that utilizes our extensive network of MU-affiliated hospitals, clinics and pharmacies.
* HSA – UM
provides between $400 – $1200 in contributions to health savings accounts, depending on plans and dependents
* Dental – 100% coverage for
preventative care, with no restrictions on network or non-network providers
* Vision – $0 copays on frames and contact lenses along with
a $140 allowance, and a $10 copay on yearly eye exams.
* Retirement – UM will match 100% of up to 8% of eligible pay contributed to a
457(b), with a three-year vesting period on University contributions.
* Tuition Assistance – Up to 75% of tuition and supplemental fees
waived for employees, and 50% waived for spouses and dependents
* Time Off – Separate vacation, sick leave, and personal day accrual, as
well as nine paid national holidays.
* Winter Break – The university observes a paid holiday for the period between Christmas Day and New
Year’s Day.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our
missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Columbia Missouri Information

Columbia, Mo., is known as an
ideal college town, combining small-town comforts, community spirit and low cost of living with big-city culture, activities and resources. 
Home to nationally renowned public schools and other colleges and educational centers, Columbia is packed with restaurants and entertainment
venues and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible
for University benefits.  The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,
paid time off, and educational fee discounts.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits
website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness
of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and
perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement.  This
commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your
experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.

Equal
Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be
provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful
discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity,
gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This
policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits,
disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at
573-882-7976.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.