VICE PRESIDENT FOR ADVANCEMENT

The State University of New York at Cobleskill is preparing for its “second century” as it completes the transition to a primarily baccalaureate culture. Building on its commitment to “real life – real learning”, the campus is refocusing its efforts in ways that will find our stake holders always choosing to “call us first”. To these ends, we are prepared to redeploy many positions in the “advancement area” including development, alumni, community affairs, marketing, public relations, and sponsored projects. In addition, we are looking to fill a vacancy for our most senior advancement person and may add a second position to support specific “second century” endeavors. Position descriptions and titles will depend on the knowledge and skill sets of our finalists.

This is a rare opportunity, which should be particularly attractive to seasoned advancement, marketing and related professionals who grasp the “big picture” without losing attention to detail. Please review these preferred qualifications and consider starting the dialogue that may result in SUNY Cobleskill’s movement forward with you, and/or colleagues you’ve recommended, as part of the team.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Executive reengineering of a broad-based advancement program that is about to embark on a “second century” adventure. If you’re the right person, you already know, and can handle, the complex and often changing responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS
A portfolio of demonstrable success in the
• Development and implementation of cultural change without chaos;
• Identification, cultivation, and acquisition of significant external sponsorship;
• Efficacious management of resources (personnel, financial and otherwise)
• Navigation/accommodation of idiosyncratic enterprises (e.g., higher education

STARTING DATE Early 2009.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
Highly competitive salary. Employee benefits with the State University of New York are most attractive.

CLOSING DATE
Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2008 and the position will remain open until filled.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Completed application consists of the following:

A. Letter of application, addressing qualifications for, and interest in, this position

B. Current resume, with the complete contact information (including email address) of at least five professional references, including at least one supervisor

APPLICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO

Donald P. Zingale, Ph.D., LCSW, President
State University of New York
College of Agriculture and Technology
106 Suffolk Circle
Cobleskill, New York 12043

PHONE (518) 255-5423 (Office of Human Resources)

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer