Advancement Specialist I

Overview

The College of Arts & Sciences at Utah State University seeks a highly organized and proactive Advancement Specialist I to lead and manage the college’s alumni engagement and volunteer relations efforts. This position plays a key leadership role in managing the advancement board and subcommittees—including the Arts Advancement Council—while developing new, strategic alumni programs that foster long-term connection and support for the college.

Working closely with the Advancement Events & Operations Coordinator, Development Officers, University Advancement, and the College Dean’s Office, this role will oversee board committee operations, drive alumni engagement strategy, and play a key role in donor stewardship and event coordination. This role requires a high level of professionalism through direct engagement with top university donors and academic administrators.

This position is based in Logan, Utah, with occasional travel, evening, and weekend hours required.

Responsibilities

Board & Volunteer Management (40%)

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for advancement-related boards and subcommittees, including the Arts Advancement Council.
• Serve as the main liaison between the college and board members, leading monthly communication, planning quarterly meetings, and follow-up.
• Ensure fundraising initiatives align with college advancement priorities, guide subcommittee chairs, and facilitate collaboration.
• Manage board involvement and engagement outcomes to guide future planning and improvements, Including board member attendance at meetings, annual giving requirements, connector meetings, term limits, and member charter expectations.
• Ensuring board members abide by the by-laws for each board
• Identify and onboard new high-level board and committee members who can support the college’s mission.

Event Planning & Alumni Relations (35%)

Communications & Operations Support (25%)

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Skills & Abilities

Work Environment :

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach :

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume / CV”

2. Cover letter to be typed / pasted at the end of your application

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits.

ADA

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and / or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. Frequent sitting, computer use, and communication (verbal / written) required.

College / Department Highlights

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.

Notice of Non-discrimination

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

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In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and / or USU’s non-discrimination policies :

Matthew Pinner

Executive Director

Civil Rights & Title IX Office

matthew.pinner@usu.edu

435-797-1266 | Old Main Rm. 401D

1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

Cody Carmichael

Title IX Coordinator

cody.carmichael@usu.edu

435-797-1266 | Old Main Rm. 402D

1475 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact :

U.S. Department of Education

Denver Regional Office

303-844-5695| OCR.Denver@ed.gov

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 |  OCR@ed.gov