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The University of Oregon, located in Eugene, Oregon, is one of the nation’s premier public research universities. It is designated a Carnegie Doctoral/Research Extensive University, and is one of 62 members of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)—one of only two AAU universities in the greater Northwest. Although similar to its fellow AAU members in the quality of its research and teaching, the UO’s character is distinctive: a smaller research university providing a more intimate educational experience; a research profile that has always been highly multidisciplinary; a strong international focus and founding member of the Association of Pacific Rim Universities; a commitment to sustainability that infuses its academic programs and its campus operations, design and architecture; and an ethos of public service that is part of the educational experience and consistently demonstrated by alumni well beyond graduation. Department Summary The Office of Internal Audit is an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve university operations. The Office helps the University accomplish its mission and objectives by evaluating and identifying opportunities to improve the effectiveness of governance processes, risk management, and internal controls. The Office is responsible for developing and implementing a flexible annual audit plan using an appropriate risk-based methodology. The annual audit plan includes consideration of any risks or control concerns identified by management, and is reviewed and approved by the President and Executive and Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees. Position Summary The Chief Auditor directs the university’s independent audit program, and coordinates a broad range of audit functions in support of the needs of the university. The Chief Auditor is responsible for creating and managing a program to deliver financial, operational, performance and compliance audits as needed. The Chief Auditor reports administratively to the President and works closely with the Board of Trustees.

College Spark Washington (CSW) began supporting access to higher education in 1978 by managing student loan programs. In 2004, College Spark reorganized as an education grantmaker and since then has committed more than $60 million to college readiness and degree completion programs throughout Washington State. College Spark Washington has assets of $122 million, a staff of five and a board of 14. College Spark Washington seeks a new Executive Director to hold primary responsibility for overall leadership of the organizations. Working in close partnership with the board, staff and external stakeholders, the Executive Director will advance the mission of College Spark Washington and its key strategic goals. College Spark Washington has exclusively retained The 360 Group of San Francisco to assist with this search. Please visit https://the360group.us/CS_ED_PD.pdf   to review the complete position description, which includes detailed application instructions. No calls, please. Earlier applicants may receive priority consideration. To be considered, The 360 Group encourages all interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.  

The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for an Academic Advisor for the School of Community Health Sciences. The Academic Advisor is responsible for providing major and minor academic advising to prospective, new, transfer, and continuing students on general academic and specific degree requirements in individual and group advising settings. The advisor serves as a resource for all new and current students to assure that they are making timely progress toward degree completion. This position advises all students from freshmen through senior standing. The individual works closely with and assists the Community Health Sciences Director of Advising, Recruitment, and Retention with retention, advising, and recruitment activities. The Academic Advisor reports to the Community Health Sciences Director of Advising, Recruitment, and Retention.

About the Job Overview For 150 years, the College of Liberal Arts (CLA) has played a central and enduring role in shaping and transforming lives, for the good of Minnesota and the world. Reporting to the Dean as a member of the Dean’s senior leadership team, this position has the principal responsibility for the leadership, planning, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive Development strategy for the College of Liberal Arts.   The Chief Development Officer is a member of the CLA administrative leadership team and works collaboratively with the Dean, associate deans, chief of staff, and the directors of marketing, fiscal administration, human resources, and technology and innovation services offices in CLA. The CDO also works collaboratively with chairs and directors of academic departments and research centers. For the College of Liberal Arts, the Chief Development Officer is responsible for securing significant philanthropic support through the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of principal gifts, major gifts, annual giving, and the capital campaign from various sources including individuals, foundations, corporations, and businesses. This position is also responsible for developing and growing a comprehensive Development program for the College, including the management of staff responsible for managing significant development/fundraising activities and alumni relations. Responsibilities Program Management:   Lead the strategic planning, implementation, and assessment of the Development program for the College, collaborating with the University of Minnesota Foundation (UMF), and other key University staff. Develop an annual plan of work, including specific fundraising, prospect development and programmatic goals with emphasis on achieving and exceeding established standards and metrics for the position.  Manage the capital campaign for the College of Liberal Arts in close partnership with the University of Minnesota Foundation. Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of the CLA Roadmap, the College’s strategic plan, to effectively and compellingly present its case to prospects and donors.  Manage the budgeting process by anticipating costs and prioritizing needs.  Work collaboratively with the Chief Marketing Officer as part of the activities of the Office of Institutional Advancement. Participate in discussions of collegiate issues as part of the Dean’s senior leadership team.  Staff Management:  Manage staff responsible for prospect and major gifts development, annual giving, stewardship and the capital campaign. Lead staff, promoting a culture of excellence, collaboration and professional growth. Foster a work environment that recognizes and rewards team-based efforts. Celebrate current achievements. Provide the structure and guidance necessary to promote a high-performance culture. Manage the team, including recruitment, retention, performance management, development and coaching of staff. Actively mentor and train staff, providing professional learning to build capacity and expertise.  Development Activities:  Provide leadership in the planning and implementation of a successful capital campaign. Lead a development team specifically tasked with guiding strategy and execution in support of the campaign.  Partner with the Dean and other academic and administrative leaders in identifying and defining the full range of fundraising priorities within the College of Liberal Arts.  Provide leadership and strategic planning direction for donor development to ensure that prospect qualification, identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship activities are seamlessly integrated. Provide leadership and participate in strategic prospect coordination, where appropriate, to advance unit and multiunit cultivation strategies.  Support the Dean in the management of his portfolio of key relationships to focus his time on the top prospects on behalf of the college. Maintain responsibility for a leadership and principal gifts ($100K and $1M and above) portfolio. Total annual gift production expectations for this level of position are approximately $5 million. Utilize various giving methods such as current, deferred giving, and non-cash gifts. Work with UMF staff, and other key University staff to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations.  Meet established metrics and complete and file timely and accurate reports of donor/prospect contacts by utilizing the UMF prospect management database, employing discretion while recording information of relevance to appropriate individuals. Oversee the recruitment, training and management of volunteers as needed to support fundraising activities, including capital campaign.  Leverage the loyalty and commitment of the graduate and undergraduate alumni population as well as other key supporters in order to identify and cultivate individuals who can become participants in the life of the college and provide financial support at leadership levels; build a compelling case for philanthropy.  Clear and coordinate prospective donors through appropriate UMF procedures to ensure effective solicitation of the donor that maximizes the gift to the University.  Collaborate with other functions, including marketing, communications, alumni engagement and public engagement to ensure a coordinated, unified approach to relationships with all constituents.   About the Department About the College The College of Liberal Arts (cla.umn.edu) is committed to academic freedom, the pursuit of new knowledge, and the belief that the liberal arts are the foundation of learning. CLA prepares students to be independent and original thinkers and innovators in their chosen fields, to create meaning in their lives and in their life’s work, and to become productive citizens and leaders in their communities and the world. The college embraces and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We are committed to building a community that represents a variety of cultures, perspectives, and skills.  Established in 1868, the College of Liberal Arts supports the University of Minnesota and its land-grant research, teaching, and outreach mission as home to disciplines in the arts, humanities, and social sciences, and includes teaching and research in some areas of the natural sciences and health. It is the largest college in the State of Minnesota, public or private. The college’s strategic plan, the CLA Roadmap, has a vision to make CLA a destination college for students, staff, faculty, and community partners. The Roadmap’s strategic focus areas are the relentless pursuit of research and creative excellence; ensuring that our students are career ready at the highest level; promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all we do; and deepening a culture of engagement with our communities.  How To Apply Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position, please use the link below and follow the instructions.  You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/332439 Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.    Priority review of applications will start on September 5, 2019.  The position will remain open until filled. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647). Diversity The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.  To learn more about diversity at the U:  http://diversity.umn.edu. Background Check Information Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.   About the U of M The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research.  Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.