AVP of Development

• Retirement Planning: 403(b) employer contribution of 11%, with no employee match required
• Generous Time Off: Team members accrue four weeks of vacation and 12 days of sick leave per year, with an additional 11 days of holiday leave
• Family Support: Paid parental leave for new parents
• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and wellness program; short-term and long-term disability pay protection benefits
• Career Advancement: Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Competitive Pay: Candidates can request the starting pay range by emailing humanresources@supportum.org. 

Responsibilities

The AVP of University Foundation Advancement Development will join the leadership team of the UM Foundation’s innovative and growing Development Division. In the AVP role, you will manage and supervise a team of development professionals while developing strategy with the Vice President of Development, Associate Vice President of Development and other senior leaders. You will guide assigned staff in developing and implementing effective fundraising strategies while identifying opportunities for their growth and improvement. You will also play a key role in building and maintaining partnerships with deans and other campus leaders, including education and ensuring alignment on fundraising priorities and strategies. Additionally, you will provide essential support to campus units in times of leadership or staffing transitions, including communicating with donors when needed. As a leader within the UM Foundation, you will collaborate across departments to enhance internal processes, drive efficiency, and contribute to the overall success of our fundraising efforts.

 Ideal Candidate Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience in fundraising 
• Record of securing major gifts
• Understanding of nonprofits and/or higher education
• Experience leading and motivating teams
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills; an ability to work independently and in a multi-layered team environment while fostering positive relationships, teamwork, and collaboration

 If you do not meet all the qualifications of the position, you are still encouraged to apply.

The University of Montana Foundation is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment process at the University of Montana Foundation, contact humanresources@supportum.org. All hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. 

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

Priority Application Date: March 4, 2025. Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration.
 

The University of Montana Foundation 

The UM Foundation connects donors’ passions with needs and opportunities at the University of Montana.  Serving the University as an independent nonprofit, the UM Foundation manages the University’s private fundraising efforts, donations and investment of endowed gifts. 

The UM Foundation is celebrating the recent completion of the most successful higher education fundraising campaign in state history, inspiring donors to give over $450 million to elevate every student, school and college, and is now intentionally growing to meet the next philanthropic needs and opportunities of the University of Montana. 

The UM Foundation is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the people and culture of the University it serves. UM Foundation employees enjoy a collaborative culture and inspiring mission to support the University and its students. 

 Our core values guide us in all that we do:

• We are passionate about delivering an exceptional donor experience
• We inspire each other to do our best work
• We act with integrity and respect
• We innovate thoughtfully and with purpose

The University of Montana 

As Montana’s flagship university and a top-tier R1 research institution, the University of Montana sets a high bar for academic studies, creative accomplishments, and scientific exploration. Students receive a world-class education in a broad range of subjects that include the trades, liberal arts, sciences, graduate and postdoctoral study and professional training. 

 Our Community 

Missoula is a thriving community of 77,000 residents who make their home where five valleys converge. Set in an outdoor playground of majestic mountains, scenic valleys and winding rivers, Missoula residents enjoy four distinct seasons, an energetic college-town vibe, a vibrant downtown, and unparalleled recreational opportunities. 

Missoula offers outstanding cultural and entertainment opportunities that contribute to the “Missoula Lifestyle.” Big-name and local artists play Missoula’s varied concert venues and festivals. Residents enjoy excellent art galleries, public lectures, theatrical productions, sporting events and world-class fly-fishing. 

Outdoor Recreation opportunities include

• Rattlesnake Wilderness Area: 5 miles 
• Montana Snow Bowl Ski Area: 7 miles 
• Flathead Lake: 70 miles  
• Glacier National Park: 139 miles 
• Yellowstone National Park: 269 miles 
• There are 3.1 million acres of wilderness within a 100-mile radius of campus.