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Researcher - Academic carries out research/development activities. Makes detailed observations, analyzes data, and interprets results. Being a Researcher - Academic compiles results and prepares technical reports and documentation of outcomes. Develops research or policy papers, studies, and reports by conducting research in specific areas. Additionally, Researcher - Academic requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Researcher - Academic works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. To be a Researcher - Academic typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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SVSU - Founding Vice President of Development
- Academic Career & Executive Search
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University Center, MI
FULL_TIME
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Saginaw Valley State University
Founding Vice President of Development
Academic Career & Executive Search is pleased to assist Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) in its search for Founding Vice President of Development.
For full consideration, please apply by April 18th.
This is an incredible opportunity to join Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) in this founding role as the next Vice President of Development. Serving on the executive team, the Founding VP of Development is a direct advisor and co-strategist to the President. With a new structure in place, this newly created position combines the Development Office, SVSU Foundation, Alumni Relations, and Marshall Frederick Sculpture Museum, which streamlines processes to build on current successes and maximize development potential for scholarships, programs and capital improvements. This will be an extraordinary opportunity for the VP of Development to set a visionary roadmap, sculpt a high-performing team, and leave an enduring legacy.
The ideal candidate has leadership experience in higher ed or a nonprofit development role, building high-performing teams, leading fundraising campaigns and is effective in engaging with a broad range of constituents to develop relationships with prospects and donors. The success of the VP of Development will be driven by their collaborative approach and ability to implement new and innovative ideas to increase gifting and drive growth for the university.
This position reports directly to the President and leads the Development Office, SVSU Foundation, Alumni Relations, and Marshall Frederick Sculpture Museum.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Direct the activities of the development services, including budget management, personal supervision, planning, program and staff development, and evaluation.
- Serve as a member of the President’s leadership team and participate in formulating and administering University policies.
- Assess the growth potential and effectiveness of university development.
- Develop the culture of philanthropy, substantially and sustainably increase philanthropic support and engagement, and strengthen internal and external relationships on behalf of the institution.
- Support the president in his role as chief spokesperson and fundraiser, serving as an advisor and co-strategist in cultivating prospective donors, soliciting transformative gifts, and operationalizing bold ideas.
- Cultivating a strong working relationship with executive team peers, administrators, faculty, and staff across the university.
- Work collaboratively with marketing and communications to develop and implement a plan to increase awareness of the development efforts of the university.
- Represent the University on university, community, state, and national committees.
- Remain current with the trends and best practices pertaining to the field through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor’s degree.
- 5 or more years of progressively responsible fundraising and high-level leadership experience in a higher education or nonprofit development role. Transferable experience will also be considered.
- Experience working with non-profit boards or volunteers.
- Credibility and sound judgment required to effectively engage and leverage leadership, volunteers, and other key constituents in the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of key prospects and donors.
- Demonstrated experience leading fundraising campaigns.
- Superb interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively across complex organizations.
- Demonstrated ability to build and lead effective, diverse management teams.
- Experience and ability to positively interact with a diverse campus community.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Master’s degree.
About the Institution
Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) is the newest of Michigan's 15 public colleges and universities. SVSU is a comprehensive university with more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs of study for its more than 7,500 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU offers programs of study in its five colleges (the College of Arts and Behavioral Sciences, the College of Business and Management, the College of Education, the Crystal M. Lange College of Health and Human Services and the College of Science, Engineering and Technology). SVSU stands out as a great place to work and has received national recognition among “Great Colleges to Work For” for eight consecutive years. There are over 1,100 staff committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students around the world.
SVSU has 97% job and graduate school placement for their graduates. In 2023, SVSU was voted Best College Campus in Michigan and the Best Housing in the US on Niche.com. In addition, the campus has nearly 200 student organizations connecting students and providing a sense of community.
Living in the Area
Located in the Great Lakes Bay Region, home to more than 500,000 residents, SVSU sits directly in between the cities of Bay City, Saginaw and Midland. The Region is home to many multinational manufacturers including Dow, DuPont, Corteva, Hemlock Semiconductor, Nexteer Automotive and General Motors. For sports enthusiasts, the Region offers many options, including the Great Lakes Loons (Single-A Baseball), Saginaw Spirit (Ontario Hockey League) and the Dow Championship (LPGA Tournament). The Region is also home to high quality schools, four major medical centers, and thriving downtowns offering rich cultural activities. It is home to one of the Midwest’s busiest tourism destinations, Frankenmuth, known as Michigan’s Little Bavaria. The area boasts numerous park systems with hiking trails, and the option to venture outside of the city limits to enjoy the wonders of nature in the Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge, one of the richest wildlife habitats in Michigan.
Saginaw is an affordable option for those seeking to settle in the Great Lakes Bay Region, with a cost of living and housing both below the national average at 21% and 69%, respectively. In addition, it is home to major employers such as GM Powertrain and Covenant HealthCare, which provide jobs for many of the local population.
To Apply
For full consideration, please apply by April 18th.
Please apply through the application link and do not email applications.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and should include a cover letter and curriculum vita. Ideally cover letters should not exceed two pages. All applications are treated confidentially.
Inquiries, referrals, and nominations are also treated confidentially
Inquiries and questions: Please send to SVSUVPDevelopment@acesrch.com
Nominations and referrals: Please send the nominee’s name, title, and contact information if available to nominations@acesrch.com.
Institution’s EEO Statement
Saginaw Valley State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution. It encourages diversity and inclusion and provides equal opportunity in education, employment, all of its programs and the use of its facilities. It is committed to protecting the constitutional and statutory civil rights of persons connected with the University.
Saginaw Valley State University is committed to providing work and learning opportunities without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, weight, or on any other basis protected by state, federal, or other applicable law, and to achieving its objectives in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination.
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Detroit, MI
OTHER
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OTHER
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- Academic Career & Executive Search
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FULL_TIME
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Detroit, MI
OTHER
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- MetroHealth
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Cleveland, OH
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- UpTrials
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- LLNL
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About Michigan
Michigan consists of two peninsulas that lie between 82°30' to about 90°30' west longitude, and are separated by the Straits of Mackinac. The 45th parallel north runs through the state—marked by highway signs and the Polar-Equator Trail—along a line including Mission Point Light near Traverse City, the towns of Gaylord and Alpena in the Lower Peninsula and Menominee in the Upper Peninsula. With the exception of two small areas that are drained by the Mississippi River by way of the Wisconsin River in the Upper Peninsula and by way of the Kankakee-Illinois River in the Lower Peninsula, Michigan...
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