Associate Vice President of Development (Schools / Colleges)

Associate Vice President of Development (Schools / Colleges)

10003219

Fairfax, VA

Administrative or Professional Faculty

Opening on : Sep 22 2025

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Department : Advancement and Alumni Relations

Classification : Administrative Faculty

Job Category : Administrative or Professional Faculty

Job Type : Full-Time

Work Schedule : Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs / wk)

Location : Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type : Hybrid Eligible

Sponsorship Eligibility : Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Salary : Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check : Yes

About the Department :

The University Advancement division is a comprehensive development and alumni relations enterprise with a staff complement of approximately 125 FTE. Functional units within Advancement include development / fundraising, alumni relations, stewardship and donor relations, advancement communications, special events, gift processing, research, prospect management, gift planning, corporate and foundation relations, information systems and management, and infrastructure services.

Advancement's mission is to build strong, lifelong relationships with George Mason University's alumni and constituents, while matching their philanthropic interests with the university aspirations and priorities. The division is committed to serving the needs of the university, our alumni, and the greater community by providing access to quality education and lifelong learning. Respect, service, integrity, collaboration, transparency, and creativity are the values that guide our work and culture.

About the Position :

Supports the Vice President for Advancement and Alumni Relations (VP) in identifying and implementing strategies for success in securing significant philanthropic support for George Mason University. The Associate Vice President (Assoc VP) oversees professional fundraising staff. This position co-manages the school / college development staff along with the Deans.

The position reports directly to the Vice President for Advancement & Alumni Relations and is a member of a senior management team.

The Assoc VP will work closely with the University President, Provost, VP, academic and administrative leadership in translating University priorities into compelling proposals and fundraising initiatives that attract giving and alumni participation. This individual will provide service and leadership to the George Mason University community by developing and leading high performing teams, acting as a strategic partner in developing, managing and sustaining relationships with key partners, and will contribute to the implementation of a strategic vision for a highly effective philanthropy program at George Mason University.

This position is expected to work non-routine hours in order to successfully achieve goals and objectives, and travel as necessary.

Responsibilities :

Leadership and Coaching

• Manages George Mason University's philanthropy program, including recruitment, orientation, mentoring and fundraising activities;
• Provides leadership and staff oversight for fundraising professionals;
• Coordinates and facilitates development to colleagues, faculty, Deans, unit directors, volunteers, administration and staff to identify and solicit support for strategic university and academic-unit priorities;
• In collaboration with the VP and Deans, develops and implements plans, monitors & reports progress towards goals, increases fundraising effectiveness and strives to attain greater levels of philanthropy for George Mason University within a collaborative team environment;
• Develops and maintains strong, positive, rapport with unit leadership, including Deans, and development officers to ensure optimum participation on fundraising and effective duel report system is functioning and effective;
• Works with direct reports and their respective teams on strategic planning efforts to establish college / unit and individual performance goals and associated metrics;
• Manages a team of fundraising professionals and maintains a personal portfolio of prospects with multi-disciplinary interests within a high-performance, metrics-based team environment;
• Trains, coaches and mentors team members in best fundraising and operational practices;
• Fosters a culture of collaboration and communication with academic leaders, among units and with central fundraising services;
• Ensures adoption and effective use of strategic tools and resources such as contact reports, prospect management, research, and the CRM database; and
• Serves as a strategic partner to Advancement Operations in the recruitment, retention, development, and engagement of development team members.

Revenue Responsibility

Strategic Planning / Collaboration and Communication

Reporting and Analysis / Stewardship and Donor Management

Required Qualifications :

Instructions to Applicants :

George Mason University has retained Opus Partners to support this recruitment. Kenna Boyd, Partner, and Abigail Maynard, Managing Associate are leading the search. Inquiries and nominations should be sent to abigail.maynard@opuspartners.net . To apply visit, https : / / jobs.gmu.edu / . Required application materials include a resume and cover letter. For best consideration, please apply by October 22, 2025 . The search process will unfold with the greatest possible attention to candidate confidentiality.

George Mason University is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

Posting Open Date : September 22, 2025

For Full Consideration, Apply by : October 22, 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes