Job Details

University at Buffalo
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.

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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







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