Associate Vice President for Advancement Services
University of Nevada, Reno Foundation
The Opportunity Overview
University of Nevada, Reno Foundation is seeking an Associate Vice President for Advancement Services. This transformational leadership opportunity offers the chance to shape the future of a major university's advancement efforts as Associate Vice President for Advancement Services, serving as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team while driving the institution toward R1 flagship status and AAU membership aspirations.
The role presents an opportunity to lead digital transformation initiatives and build cutting-edge fundraising infrastructure through strategic oversight of growing teams in advancement technology, donor relations, finance and prospect research. The successful candidate will champion data — driven innovation, develop multi —year technology roadmaps and create sustainable systems that deepen alumni and donor engagement while collaborating with university leadership including the President's Office, Provost and deans.
The ideal candidate brings a master’s degree and at least five years of relevant experience — or a bachelor’s degree with at least seven years and a proven ability to build positive relationships, communicate effectively with diverse audiences and make informed decisions in complex environments. Functionally, the candidate should demonstrate expertise in strategic planning, fundraising/development, technological innovation, financial management and navigating institutional systems. Experience leading change, managing conflict, and fostering collaboration is essential, as is the ability to set clear goals, implement initiatives and evaluate outcomes.
About University of Nevada, Reno
Inspiring excellence since 1874, the University of Nevada, Reno is the state's flagship public university and primary land-grant institution. Today, the University is recognized as a Research I (R1) institution by the Carnegie Classification, as well as a Carnegie Engaged University, and a top National University by U.S. News & World Report. The beautiful main campus is situated on 290 acres, located on a scenic bluff at the base of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The University also serves students at the Wayne L Prim campus, acquired from Sierra Nevada University in 2022, located just minutes from the shores of Lake Tahoe, America's most renowned alpine lake. The University serves approximately 23,000 students and offers degree programs across multiple colleges, including highly regarded programs in engineering, journalism and medicine.
About University of Nevada, Reno Foundation
The University of Nevada, Reno Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization separate from the University of Nevada, Reno. The Foundation was incorporated in 1981 to provide a mechanism for private individuals, corporations and foundations to make charitable gifts to the University. The Foundation receives, invests and administers funds to benefit the University, while honoring the philanthropic intent of its generous donors.
Location
Reno, Nevada
