Assistant VP, Advancement Services, Annual & Planned Giving; Administrator III

AVP for Advancement Services (Administrator III)

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:

California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 23-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 15,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students.

Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, veterans, and those with diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

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Department Summary:

The Assistant Vice President of Advancement Services (AVP) is a senior administrative leadership role responsible for the comprehensive management and integrity of the university's philanthropic data, systems, and operations. This position provides enterprise-level vision, strategic direction, and executive oversight for all advancement services functions, including CRM management, gift processing, prospect research, and compliance. The AVP ensures that the entire advancement division (including alumni relations and fundraising teams) is supported by robust data, efficient processes, and effective technology to maximize donor engagement, manage institutional risk, and advance philanthropic support for the university's mission.

Required

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in business administration, statistics, management information systems, computer science, or a related major.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in advancement services, non-profit management, or a related field within a higher education setting, including demonstrated leadership responsibility for supervising professional staff, managing complex operations, and contributing to strategic decision-making, with at least five (5) years in a leadership or management role.

Preferences:

• Master’s degree in relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Data Analytics, Philanthropy).
• Over 7 years of experience in advancement services and higher education.
• Over 7 years of full‑time administrative and supervisory experience including work with Relational Database Management and Reporting Services.

Time Base: Full‑time

Pay Plan: 12/12

Anticipated Hiring Range: $150,000 – $170,000 per year. Salary commensurate with education and experience of the individual selected.

Benefits:

• 15 paid holidays, plus vacation and sick leave to support work‑life balance;

• Exceptional health benefits options, some currently with no monthly out‑of‑pocket premium;

• Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), offering lifetime retirement medical benefits for qualifying retirees;

• And access to the fee waiver education program for eligible employees or their dependents.

California State University, Chico, in accordance with CSU policy, requires that the successful candidate complete a background check (including a criminal records check, sexual offender registry check, and/or fingerprinting) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive.

This position is considered a sensitive position based on CSU guidelines. Incumbent is responsible for the safety and security of Level 1 data, sometimes also referred to as Level 1 protected data. This is confidential information that is in most cases protected by statutes, regulations, or other legal mandates.

This position is a Higher Education Employer‑Employee Relations Act (HEERA) designated managerial position and comes under the Management Personnel Plan…