Associate Dean for Advancement - Grainger Engineering

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Urbana, IL, United States
Base: $210,000-$250,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
On-site with potential hybrid options.
Minimum ten years of advancement experience
Minimum five years of management experience
Bachelor's degree required
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking an Associate Dean for Advancement to lead fundraising and alumni engagement efforts in the Grainger College of Engineering. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in advancement, particularly in higher education, and will play a pivotal role in strategic planning and relationship management with donors and alumni

Job Summary

  • The Associate Dean serves as the Chief Advancement Officer providing strategic vision for all fundraising and alumni engagement activities.
  • This role leads a team of approximately 22 professionals to cultivate relationships with over 120,000 alumni and secure major gifts.
  • The position requires managing a personal portfolio of high-level prospects while coordinating with the Dean and academic departments.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking an Associate Dean for Advancement to lead fundraising and alumni engagement efforts in the Grainger College of Engineering. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in advancement, particularly in higher education, and will play a pivotal role in strategic planning and relationship management with donors and alumni.

Salary

Base: $210,000-$250,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Hybrid work options available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Minimum ten years of advancement experience
  • Minimum five years of management experience
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 30-40% travel schedule including evenings
  • Experience in higher education environment

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree preferred
  • Plus Delta Discipline training
  • Supervising large professional teams
  • Knowledge of planned giving vehicles
  • Collaborative strategic vision

Key Requirements

  • Ten years of advancement experience
  • Five years of management experience
  • Bachelor's degree minimum
  • Ability to travel 30-40%

Work Rights

Not specified

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