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Executive Director of Advancement Operations

San Jose State University, San Jose

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The Executive Director of Advancement Operations serves as the university’s senior operations strategist for University Advancement, providing visionary leadership and operational oversight for the systems, data, policies and infrastructure that enable effective fundraising and engagement across the institution. Reporting to the Associate Vice President of University Advancement Strategy and Campaigns, the Executive Director leads a portfolio of business functions that includes gift processing and advancement information technology. The incumbent must ensure the integrity, accuracy and strategic use of advancement data and oversee policies and governance structures required for philanthropic success.

The Executive Director establishes the operational core for comprehensive fundraising and engagement efforts, including the university's multi-year comprehensive campaign. As a strategic and hands‑on leader, this position builds, strengthens and modernizes advancement operations, including CRM optimization, robust data governance frameworks, cross‑system integrations and efficient and compliant gift processing practices. The Executive Director collaborates extensively across the division and campus to ensure compliance with CSU, State of California, IRS, CASE, FASB, PCI, institutional requirements and evolving industry best practices. This position supervises managers and individual contributors and builds high‑performing teams, ensuring a service‑oriented culture that empowers fundraisers and elevates alumni and donor experience.

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Equal Employment Statement:

SJSU is an Equal Opportunity Affidative Action employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status or disability.

It is the policy of SJSU to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.

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