Director for Advancement Operations and Strategic Engagement (Remote)

Position Title: Director for Advancement Operations and Strategic Engagement

Department or Program: Institutional Advancement                                 

Classification: Staff, Salaried, Exempt

Reports to: VP of Institutional Advancement

Location: Remote within the continental US. Office will be within driving distance to any campus.

Compensation: Antioch University offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes both direct and indirect pay.  The compensation will be based on experience, education, knowledge, credentials, and a consideration of the difficulty and complexity of the position. The salary range for this position is $105,000.00 - $125,000.00.

Position Summary

The Director for Advancement Operations and Strategic Engagement will be an experienced leader in academic institutional advancement that will add to the professionalism and capacity of the existing team. The Director will work closely with the VP of Institutional Advancement to expand and implement strategy to grow the revenue at Antioch University, increase engagement opportunities with alumni and friends of the University, support the creation and management of affinity groups/societies, clarify external messaging, analyze data for trends, and assist in the implementation of systems and tools to increase efficiency and efficacy. In time, this role will be a critical in the establishment of an Institutional Advancement Shared Services Organization with the Coalition for the Common Good (CCG).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Expand Team Capacity (80%)

• Develop and Monitor KPIs: Collaborate with the database manager to establish and track key performance indicators
• Leverage Predictive Analytics: Use data insights and AI to drive annual giving growth and support the major gift pipeline in partnership with the philanthropy officers
• Enhance Donor and Alumni Engagement: Support donor societies and alumni engagement through events, groups, strategic stewardship, and other creative activities
• Implement Multi-Channel Communication Strategy: Design and execute a layered communication plan that enhances alumni and donor engagement and elevates the perceived value of AU and the CCG
• Identify and Support New Grant Opportunities: Partner with the grants manager to surface grant-worthy and grant-ready projects within AU and the CCG
• Contribute to Strategic Planning: Participate in the development and refinement of long-term engagement and fundraising strategies
• Manage Program Budgets: Oversee budgets related to alumni engagement, stewardship, and joint initiatives, ensuring cost-effective use of resources
• Government/Foundation Relations: partner with the VPIA, Grant Manager, and philanthropy officers to monitor opportunities and changes in state, national, and agency priorities to position AU and the CCG for support

Support Emerging Needs (20%)

• Prepare for IA-SSO implementation: consistently keep the future SSO in mind when evaluating and creating systems that could support or hinder long-term success, and pursue collaborative projects that enhance alumni services and engagement (e.g., a joint, world-class career center for students and alumni)
• Adapt to Evolving Priorities: Respond to shifting team needs as new information and opportunities arise
• Other duties as assigned: Contribute to various initiatives as assigned to support team growth and strategic goals

Ability and willingness to travel to meet alumni and prospects where they are.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree, Master's preferred, with 5 years of development, prospect management, and/or grants experience.
• Experience with major functional areas of advancement, including, but not limited to: solicitations (small and major), alumni and donor engagement, grants, and project management
• Excellent communication (written and oral) skills
• Ability to collect, interpret, and apply insights from data
• Track record of successful team development and project leadership

Hours of Employment

This is a full-time position serving a national university. A work schedule will be established in consultation with the supervisor.

Work Location

Remote within the continental US, driving distance to any campus. Ability and willingness to travel to meet alumni and prospects where they are.

Physical Requirements

The essential functions represent the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Antioch University reserves the right to change the duties of this position at any time.

Benefits Summary:

Voluntary Health, dental and vision plan and flexible spending account options; employer retirement plan contribution of 6%; voluntary salary deduction to a pre-tax or post-tax retirement account; employer paid life insurance and short term disability; voluntary supplemental life insurance, long-term disability, accidental death/dismemberment, critical illness, and accident coverage plans; vacation accrues monthly (3 weeks from 0 – 5 years; 4 weeks after 6 years; carry-over allowed up to 3.75 days 0 – 5 years; up to 5 days, after 6 years and up); 12 days per year sick leave (carry-over up to 65 days); 15 paid holidays; tuition remission for employees and dependents at Antioch University campuses; and employee paid options with AFLAC, LegalShield, and Liberty Mutual. (This list is meant to be an informal summary of benefits. Plan benefits and eligibility requirements are governed by the plan documents and University policies which will be made available upon request).

To Apply 

Please email a cover letter, CV/resume, and a list of reference names and contact information to [email protected]. In the subject line of the email, please state Dir. Advancement Operations & Strategic Engagement.

NOTE:  The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

Coalition for the Common Good (CCG) EEO Statement

The Coalition for the Common Good provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic or class protected by federal, state or local laws in matters affecting employment or in providing access to programs. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. The CCG complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Equal Pay Act and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act. Inquiries should be addressed to the Office of Human Resources or the Office of the General Counsel.