Job Details

Senior Director of Advancement - College of Arts and Sciences

Position Number: 7318608
Location: Buffalo, NY
Position Type: Development and Fund Raising

Senior Director of Advancement - College of Arts and Sciences

Position Information

Position Title: Senior Director of Advancement - College of Arts and Sciences
Department: University Advancement
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63376
Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

Shape the future of the arts and sciences through strategic philanthropy.
University Advancement seeks a results-driven Senior Director of Advancement to advance major gift fundraising for the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS). Join a mission-driven team advancing student success, groundbreaking research, and lasting philanthropic impact across UBs most diverse academic unit.

Key responsibilities include:

Build and manage a high-value donor portfolio by cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gifts ($100K+), advancing priorities across 29 departments and 16 academic programs.
Drive donor engagement nationwide through an ambitious travel and outreach strategy-deepening relationships and maximizing philanthropic potential.
Partner with college leadership, faculty, and volunteers to align fundraising strategy with institutional goals, leveraging collaboration and innovation for success.
Support a coordinated advancement program by working closely with colleagues across alumni engagement, annual giving, donor relations, and communications.
Maintain accurate records and adherence to best practices and policies in donor management, using CRM systems for strategic planning and reporting.
Contribute to a vibrant, supportive team culture through participation in meetings, professional development, and cross-functional projects.

If youre a motivated, strategic fundraiser energized by the impact of philanthropy and inspired by UBs ambitious Boldly Buffalo campaign, this is your opportunity to make a difference. Join a collaborative team, accelerate your career, and help drive UBs vision as a top 25 public research university.

#AdvancingUB starts here.

Learn more:

Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree
A minimum of five years of fund-development experience with a proven track record of personal solicitation, relationship building, and achieving or exceeding fundraising goals and performance metrics. Related experience in sales, marketing, financial planning, or other goal-driven professions demonstrating success in relationship management, business development, and revenue generation will be considered.
Excellent written and oral communication skills; negotiation skills.
Project management experience.
Demonstrated success working within a complex organization, building collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholder groups, and achieving strategic objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Salary Range
$100,000 - $115,000

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Morgan Falzone
Contact's Pronouns: She/Her
Contact's Title: Executive Director of Talent and Culture
Contact's Email: mfkinstn@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-860-1056

Posting Dates

Posted: 07/10/2026
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled: 09/11/2026