Chief Advancement Officer: Inspire Growth & Philanthropy

Position Music; Rohnert Park (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonoma State University seeks a Vice President for University Advancement who will provide vision, leadership, and executive management for the division, including philanthropy, alumni engagement, operations, marketing, and strategic communications.

The Vice President will coordinate advancement initiatives with administrators, faculty, staff, students, alumni, community partners, and the SSU Foundation to advance institutional priorities, support student success, and ensure long‑term

Responsibilities

• Provide vision, leadership, and management for University Advancement, including philanthropy, alumni engagement, operations, marketing, and strategic communications.
• Oversee fundraising strategy and initiatives to support the university's priorities and student success.
• Coordinate advancement initiatives with administrators, faculty, staff, students, alumni, community partners, and the SSU Foundation.
• Align advancement goals with the university's mission and long‑term sustainability.

Job description

Sonoma State University seeks a Vice President for University Advancement who will provide vision, leadership, and executive management for the division, including philanthropy, alumni engagement, operations, marketing, and strategic communications.

The Vice President will coordinate advancement initiatives with administrators, faculty, staff, students, alumni, community partners, and the SSU Foundation to advance institutional priorities, support student success, and ensure long‑term