Associate Vice President, ACS Foundation

Job Category: ACSJOB

Requisition Number: ASSOC
001630

• Posted :
  October 20, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

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Illinois
Chicago, IL 60611, USA

About the American College of Surgeons

The American College of Surgeons (ACS) is a professional and educational organization of surgeons that was founded in 1913 to raise the standards of surgical practice and improve the quality of care for surgical patients. The College is dedicated to the ethical and competent practice of surgery. Its achievements have significantly influenced the course of scientific surgery in America and have established it as an important advocate for all surgical patients.

The College has more than 95,000 members and is the largest organization of surgeons in the world. For more information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .

Our Mission
The American College of Surgeons is dedicated to improving the care of the surgical patient and safeguarding standards of care in an optimal and ethical practice environment.

Our Vision
To create a healthcare landscape where surgeons thrive and every patient has access to and benefits from the highest standards of surgical care, driven by innovation, education, leadership, and trust.

Summary: The Associate Vice President (AVP), ACS Foundation serves as an employee of the American College of Surgeons and provides strategic leadership for all philanthropic initiatives. This role oversees development strategy, fundraising programs, industry relations and Foundation operations, ensuring alignment with ACS priorities. The position mobilizes resources, engages stakeholders, and advances a culture of philanthropy to support the College’s mission and long-term growth.

This role also oversees all Scholarship and Fellowship programs and operations.

This exempt position will report to the Executive Director & CEO, American College of Surgeons. It is based in our Chicago office and is a hybrid role: 3 days per week in the office/2 days per week remote.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $190,000 - $225,000 (commensurate with related experience).

• Provide overall leadership and direction for the ACS Foundation and ACS philanthropic programs.
• Serve as primary liaison to the Foundation Board of Directors, ACS Regents, and College leadership.
• Develop and implement strategic and operational plans aligned with organizational priorities.
• Lead all fundraising activities including annual, major, and planned giving programs.
• Drive achievement of fundraising goals through donor engagement and strategic initiatives.
• Expand philanthropic programs and increase donor participation and support.

• Oversee Foundation operations including employee leadership, budgeting, and program management.
• Ensure legal compliance, fiscal accountability, and effective resource allocation.
• Manage contracts, grants, and operational systems supporting development activities.

• Build and maintain relationships with donors, volunteers, and external partners.
• Promote awareness of philanthropy within ACS and across external constituencies.
• Represent the Foundation in public forums and professional communities.
• Expand and develop an Industry Relations Program.
• Increase philanthropic support.
• Develop and maintain an alumni network for awardees.
• Increase visibility of awards, recipients and outcomes.
• Streamline applicant and evaluation process.
• Develop strategies to increase engagement of volunteers, leaders, and stakeholders in philanthropy.
• Identify opportunities to expand fundraising programs and explore new revenue streams.
• Lead initiatives that enhance the Foundation’s impact and…