Develop and implement annual plans for continuous improvement of database systems, data integration across university platforms, and related technologies to ensure optimal data integrity and operational efficiency.
Generate and oversee monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual financial reports in collaboration with the finance office, including donor benchmarking reports aligned with VSE and other gift reporting standards.
Translate constituent data into actionable information to support fundraising strategies, moves management, and measures of success.
Lead prospect research and pipeline discussions, including preparation of research briefs for events and meetings, to strengthen strategies for annual, major, and planned giving.
Serve as liaison with key university offices - including technology, finance, financial aid, athletics, and academic units - to support data integration, collaboration, and software project prioritization.
Coordinate and assess training needs for Advancement staff on database systems, business processes, and fundraising information systems to ensure consistent data integrity and institutional knowledge.
Execute and maintain key knowledge management resources including business process documentation, procedural handbooks, policies, and guidelines.
Manage access to alumni and donor data, safeguarding confidentiality, and overseeing coding tables, donor lists, and data requests.
Anticipate constituent needs and ensure sound donor stewardship practices are reflected across all Advancement services and communications.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education:
Bachelor's degree required
Master's degree preferred
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrated experience working with donor databases and advancement systems, including Ellucian Advance and Salesforce with the ability to support data integrity, reporting, and gift processing functions.
Knowledge of Annual Giving operations, including campaign management, donor segmentation, solicitation strategies, and performance tracking.
Additional Job Information:
The University makes, and will continue to make, reasonable accommodations to promote the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the University's business.
Benefits
Dental insurance
Additional Information
Job Posting:
JR101877 Director of Advancement Services (Open) Department:
Advancement, PM Position Type:
Regular Open Date:
06-01-2026 Close Date:
$100,000 - $110,000
Job Description:
Marylandconnect · Bowie State University