Item 2.B-August 8, 2014
ADMINISTRATIVE FACULTY POSITION DESCRIPTION QUESTIONNAIRE
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Incumbent(s) Name (if applicable):
Position #(s):
Current Title:
Current Range:
(JCC: )
Department: Development & Alumni Relations
College/Division: Development and
Alumni Relations
Account #(s): 1101-103-0001
Action Proposed: (check all that apply)
( x) New position: Proposed Range: 6
Proposed Title: Assistant Vice President, Development
( ) Title Change, Proposed Title:
( ) Proposed Reassignment from Range
to Range
( ) Revised PDQ only (no change in range or title)
( ) Line of Progression (show titles below)
Range:
JCC (Current
or new HR
assigned):
I certify that the statements in this description are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
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Employee’s Signature
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I/we have reviewed the statements in this form and they accurately reflect the job assignments.
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Immediate Supervisor’s Signature
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Director/Chair/Dean
Bruce Mack, Associate Vice President, DAR
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Approved for Salary Placement Committee review.
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Pres / Vice Pres / Vice Prov Signature John Carothers
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Vice President, Development and Alumni Relations
Action Approved by the Provost/President (Completed by Faculty HR):
67584 Range:
6
Pos #(s):
JCC:
EEO: 1D
Eff: 8/1/2014
Approved Title: Assistant Vice President, Development
Employee signs on “final” stamped approved PDQ and sends to HR for personnel file.
Employee Signature:_______________________________________________ __________________
Date
Printed Name: ____________________________________________________
Rev: 10/1/2012
Position Description – Assistant Vice President, Development
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1. Summary Statement: State the major function(s) of the position and its role in the
university. Attach an organizational chart with positions, ranges, and names for the division
which reflects the position in it as well as those supervised in the department. (This section is
used for advertisement of the position.)
The Assistant Vice President of Development (ASVP) works closely with, as well as reports to, the
Associate Vice President (AVP) of Development and Alumni Relations and the Vice President (VP) of
Development and Alumni Relations/Executive Director of the Foundation in strategic planning for the
division in organizing and implementing the comprehensive development function. The position is
part of a larger team responsible for building a sense of community, pride and commitment between
the University and those it serves, and for creatively using state-of-the art technology to deliver
programs and services that obtain high stakeholder satisfaction levels. The position manages major
gifts, annual giving, planned giving, prospect research and corporate and foundation relations. Some
participation in the coordination of university events and alumni relations is also expected.
The position focuses on the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major donors and
works closely and collaboratively with the Associate Vice President, Vice President, President, senior
administrators, Foundation Trustees, Alumni Board members and faculty to enhance support for the
University. The Assistant Vice President is expected to personally solicit major gifts in the $100,000
figure range and larger.
2. List the major responsibilities, including percentage of time devoted to each. Provide
enough detail to enable a person outside the department to understand the job (percentage
first with heading and then bulleted information).
30% - Strategic Planning and Development
 Develops and implements strategic organizational initiatives to increase funding for the
University
 Provides direction to senior administrative staff, deans, and directors in strengthening the
fund-raising capacities of their units or colleges and engages constituency based development
officers and other staff in strategic planning, goal setting, and performance management for
fund raising, prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship
 Provides direction to the Executive Director of Development (EDOD) as well as specific central
directors in strengthening the fundraising capacities of their areas, including strategic planning,
goal setting, and performance management for fundraising, prospect identification, cultivation,
solicitation and stewardship
30% - Cultivation of Gifts
 Responsible for solicitation and cultivation of gifts of $100,000 and larger
 Position may play a key role in closing on large gifts in coordination with development staff
 Responsible for the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major donors and works
closely and collaboratively with the Vice President, President, Deans, Senior Administration,
Foundation Trustees, and Faculty to enhance private support for the University
 Provides assistance to the AVP with regards to comprehensive campaigns
 In collaboration with the VP, coordinates and manages the prospect management and
research work as well as strategic planning for the University's President as it relates to
fundraising
 In collaboration with the VP, works with the President, Deans, Senior Administration,
Foundation Trustees, and Faculty to strategically implement fundraising projects including high
level proposal preparation, such as capital projects, that impact the University overall as well
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as specific Colleges/Schools/Units/Programs. Requires interaction with the President, VP,
Deans, Senior Administration, Facilities and community-based companies, foundations and
individuals
Manages major gifts, annual giving, planned giving, prospect research and corporate and
foundation relations; some participation in the coordination of university events and alumni
relations is also expected
40% - Personnel and Policy
 Supervises the EDOD
 Supervises, in conjunction with the EDOD, some Directors of Development, Associate
Directors of Development and Assistant Directors of Development in some or all of the
following Colleges/Schools/Units/Programs: Agriculture/Biotechnology/Natural Resources;
Business; Cooperative Extension; Education; Engineering; Intercollegiate Athletics;
Journalism; KUNR, Liberal Arts, Libraries; School of Medicine, Division of Health Sciences,
Science and central DAR to include, but not be limited to, University Scholarships
 Coordinate the annual evaluation process of the directors of development and any areas
within DAR under management including, but not limited to major gifts, annual giving, planned
giving, prospect research, and corporate and foundation relations
 Leads and supervises annual giving
 Supervises corporate and foundation relations, planned giving and prospect research
3. Describe the level of freedom to take action and make decisions with or without
supervision and how the results of the work performed impact the department, division and/or
the university as a whole.
Level of Freedom:
The ASVP possesses a high level of autonomy in decision-making related to the University of
Nevada, Reno’s development program. In conjunction with the President, Vice Presidents, Deans,
Senior Administration and faculty/staff across the University, the position coordinates, manages, and
strategically implements fundraising projects, policies and procedures.
Impact:
DAR is critical to the University's ability to raise funds that are not available from the State. The
decisions and judgments made by the Assistant Vice President will have a direct impact on the
success of all fundraising efforts whether short- or long-term in all areas of development including
annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, corporate and foundation relations as well as all subsidiary
development functions including but not limited to prospect research. A strong fundraising program
directly impacts all aspects, members and users of the University, including students, parents, alumni,
faculty/staff and the community at large. Everything from scholarships, faculty support and capital
building projects to program needs is impacted by fundraising. A strong fundraising program provides
the University with the ability to obtain the amenities that assist with recruitment and retention of
students. The ASVP has a high level of public visibility; the decisions and judgments made impact the
reputation and credibility of the University, DAR and the University Foundation.
The actions and decisions of the ASVP directly impact student and faculty recruitment, research
program development and investment by donors, foundations, governmental organizations and other
funding sources.
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4. Describe the knowledge, skills (to include cognitive requirement and verbal and written
communication), and abilities (to include task complexity, problem solving, creativity and
innovation) essential to successful performance of this job (in bullet format).
Knowledge of:
 Federal and state laws affecting charitable solicitations
 Best practices for fundraising professionals in a higher education environment
 Working knowledge of the principles and practices of development at a major research
university and substantive years of progressive responsibility and experience in the profession
 The relationship between development and alumni relations. Must have a clear understanding
of how development and alumni relations work together toward a common goal through
different programs
 Knowledge of computer applications and systems relating to the use of information technology
to support fund raising with relational databases
 Knowledge of, and preferably experience with, institution-related foundations, gift stewardship,
and alumni communications such as institutional publications
 Quality improvement and strategic planning
Skills:
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Effective organizational and planning
High level of interpersonal and public presentation
Management and supervision
Excellent verbal and written communication
Significant record in managing fund-raising programs and demonstrated involvement in the
strategic design and implementation of capital campaigns
Strong communications skills to express, both orally and in writing, the mission of the campus
and its programs
Must be a self-directed team player who demonstrates skill, commitment and vigor to
implement goals for advancing the institution
Must possess strong organizational, human resource, and interpersonal skills with a teambased approach to leadership
Proficiency in use of a personal computer and current software applications including but not
limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and email)
Ability to:
 Conceptualize and implement development programs of comparable size and complexity
including the ability to envision and articulate future direction
 Partner with volunteer boards, university events, and alumni relations
 Deal tactfully and professionally in stressful situations
 Analyze complicated situations under pressure
 Act in the best interest of the University
 Understand and interpret formalized policies, guidelines, rules, and regulations
 Travel extensively as well as work evenings and weekends
5. Describe the type of personal contacts encountered in performing the duties of the job.
Explain the nature and purpose of these contacts: i.e., to provide services, to resolve
problems, to negotiate.
Internal
President, Provost, Vice
Presidents and Deans
Reason for Contact
To establish fundraising goals, give advice, provide assistance,
resolve problems, clarify issues, answer questions, explain
actions, initiate change, interpret policy and provide information
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Faculty and Staff
To assist with fundraising projects, resolve problems
External
Foundation Trustees & donors
Community leaders
Reason for Contact
To provide assistance, solicit gifts
To establish policy, give advice, provide assistance, resolve
problems
To answer questions, clarify issues, interpret policy and resolve
issues
Other individuals
6. Indicate the minimum qualifications which are necessary in filling this position should it
become vacant. Please keep in mind the duties/responsibilities of the position rather than the
qualifications of the incumbent.
a.
Minimum educational level, including appropriate field, if any.
Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution
b.
Minimum type and amount of work experience, in addition to the above required
education necessary for a person entering this position.
Bachelor’s Degree and seven years, or a Master’s Degree and five years, or Doctorate
and three years, of progressively responsible experience in the development field to
include five years which were in a college/university or non-profit environment and four
years of supervisory experience and with development and capital campaigns
Preferred Licenses and Certifications: None
c.
Indicate any license or certificate required for this position.
None