ZRG Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with the University of South Carolina in their search for an Assistant Vice President for Advancement Services.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Assistant Vice President for Advancement Services will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for advancement services as an integrated enterprise system ensuring that data, technology, analytics, compliance, and prospect strategy operate cohesively to support fundraising success across the University of South Carolina. This role is responsible not only for overseeing core functions, but for aligning them in a way that enhances usability, strengthens partnership with fundraisers and campus stakeholders, and advances institutional priorities.

As a key member of the Development Leadership Team, the AVP will collaborate with university partners, divisional leaders, and external stakeholders to align advancement services with institutional priorities. The AVP will also serve as the primary liaison to the Division of Information Technology (DoIT) and the university's alumni data steward, leading change management efforts, system enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives to advance the university's philanthropic mission.

With thriving academic and research excellence and a welcoming student experience, the University of South Carolina brings the opportunities of higher education to new generations. USC's unrivaled college experience has been sought by students, faculty, and academic researchers for more than 200 years. The University of South Carolina System, led by President Michael Amiridis, who is serving as the university's 30th President, has eight campuses in 20 locations that together serve more than 55,000 students. The Carnegie Foundation has recognized USC with top classification — R1 university — for "very high research activity." In addition, USC is one of the few public universities that has also earned Elective Community Engagement Classification, a prestigious designation recognizing universities with strong community relationships.

The University of South Carolina's advancement work is supported through multiple affiliated foundations, including the USC Educational Foundation, Development Foundation, Business Partnership Foundation, South Carolina Research Foundation, and the Alumni Association. These entities work in coordination with the Division of Development to manage, invest, and steward philanthropic resources in support of the university's mission.

A bachelor's degree and at least ten years of experience are required for this position. The University of South Carolina will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to USC, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of the University of South Carolina and the responsibilities and qualifications specified in the position prospectus.

The salary range for this position is $170,000 to $210,000. The University of South Carolina offers a comprehensive package of benefits to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, multiple retirement plan options, and generous paid time off.

The University of South Carolina is committed to the inclusion of all qualified candidates. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Kim Farr at kimfarr@aspenleadershipgroup.com.

To apply for this position, visit: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/8507.