Regional Advancement Director

Job Category :

Professional / Administrative

Position Title :

Regional Advancement Director

Full Time / Part Time :

Full Time

Division :

Office of Advancement

Department : Major Gifts

Location :

Remote – may work fully from an approved remote location within designated states / regions. Occasional travel to campus / office may be required.

Hiring Wage / Salary Range :

$100,000-$115,000

Professional Experience / Qualifications :

• Must possess strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• The ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced organization
• Enthusiastic commitment to advancing the University’s mission;
• Must be able to work collegially and effectively with a diverse group of alumni, students, faculty, and staff on a daily basis.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience in private college advancement is highly desirable with preference to those with a proven track record in garnering philanthropic support.

Education :

A Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable skills have been acquired is required.

Offer Determination :

When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education / training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations.

Physical Requirements :

This position will require the ability to travel frequently for purposes that include meeting with constituents and staffing on-campus and off-campus events.

Other Information :

Position provides for the opportunity to work remotely from CT, GA, MA,NJ, OH, PA, RI, VA, and NY without relocation. Work requires collaboration with other team members during standard business hours and will be required to report to our Hamilton, NY campus for meetings and events. It is expected that remote employees will attend on campus Division Meetings four times a year as well as staff Reunion yearly. It is expected that remote employees will make every effort to engage in the life of the university, which may include attending campus events such as homecoming, ACI weekend, family weekend and commencement.

Remote arrangements such as this are reviewed annually and based on performance.

Benefits :

Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include : medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. Explore the full benefits package on our Benefits page .

Department Statement :

Founded in 1819, Colgate is a small, highly selective residential liberal arts college for students of talent who are preparing for lives of leadership and productive citizenship. The University recently launched a $1B campaign in support of the Third-Century Plan , a comprehensive roadmap that will advance Colgate’s efforts to pursue its mission at the highest level and establish Colgate as one of the finest undergraduate institutions in the nation. One of the components—the Plan for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)— stands as Colgate’s most definitive plan in 200 years for elevating the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the institution.

Accountabilities :

Responsible for developing, cultivating and stewarding relationships with major gift prospects and donors as assigned to secure resources in support of Colgate’s mission and campaign priorities and increase levels of engagement utilizing effective prospect qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies. Responsible for developing and executing strategies for solicitation that maximize the prospect’s giving potential while aligning university priorities with donor intent.

Responsible for demonstrating respect for people and their differences, as well as the benefits of a diverse workforce, and the value of open and collegial dialogue.

Responsible for effectively accessing and navigating relevant technology systems used in advancement, and utilizing data as a resource in decision-making while maintaining respect for the security of private or confidential information. Responsible for developing strong working relationships with Office of Advancement colleagues, University administrators, faculty and staff to professionally address both opportunities and concerns.

Accountable for meeting performance metrics established by the Office of Advancement.

Requisition Number : 2025S074Posting

Temporary : No

Work Schedule :

Weekdays with occasional weekends.

Job Open Date : 09 / 09 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

EEO Statement :

The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

Clery Act :

CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS

The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported : 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at : https : / / www.colgate.edu / about / offices-centers-institutes / dean-college / campus-safety-staff / clery-compliance . Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu .