U260061 - Assistant Director of Advancement - College of Arts and Sciences

In House Title & Department:

U260061 - Assistant Director of Advancement - College of Arts and Sciences

Posting Number

U260061

Position Summary:   

Make a lasting impact through relationship-building and philanthropy at UB.

The Division of University Advancement seeks a motivated Assistant Director of Advancement to help drive philanthropic growth and alumni engagement in the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS). Join a collaborative, mission-driven team advancing student success, innovation, and meaningful contributions across UB’s largest academic division.

Key responsibilities include:

Build and manage a donor portfolio by identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding prospects capable of making gifts of $25,000+, including individuals in early-stage cultivation and/or with whom the university has little to no relationship. 

Drive engagement and outreach through extensive travel and regular visits in Western New York and neighboring regions, deepening relationships and expanding support for CAS priorities.

Collaborate with advancement leaders, faculty, and volunteers to support strategic fundraising efforts, operating plans, and school events, aligning donor engagement with institutional goals.

Participate fully in division and university life by attending meetings, pursuing professional development, and fostering strong internal partnerships.

Maintain digital records and adhere to best practices for donor management and reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Demonstrate professionalism and energy in all interactions, balancing relationship-building with metrics-driven performance.

What We’re Looking For

If you are a goal-oriented professional inspired by the impact of higher education and energized by UB’s Boldly Buffalo campaign, this is your opportunity to make a difference. Join a dynamic team and help shape UB’s future as a top 25 public research university.

Why UB Advancement

Join a mission-driven team advancing student success, groundbreaking research, and meaningful philanthropic impact at one of the nation’s leading public universities. Following the historic $1 billion Boldly Buffalo campaign, University Advancement is building on this extraordinary momentum—accelerating UB’s trajectory toward becoming a top 25 public research institution.

If you’re seeking purposeful work, strong career growth, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference, you’ll find it here. Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team connecting a global community of alumni and donors to bold ideas and transformative outcomes—#AdvancingUB starts here.

 Learn more about

Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.

Belonging to 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: 

• Bachelor’s degree
• A minimum of one year experience in a fund-development role, with demonstrated success in goal-achievement, planning and personal solicitation. Related experience in professional sales/marketing, financial planning/advising and other fields will be considered.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; an intellectual curiosity; the ability to deal with complex concepts and ambiguity as well as to negotiate conversations/details.
• Technical/digital competence.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaboration as well as the ability to work well both independently and collectively with a diverse team and donor/prospect constituency.
• Excellent judgement, listening skills, and diplomacy.
• Ability to travel 50-75% of the time, including local and regional visits, and work evenings and occasional weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

Physical Qualifications:

FTE:  1.0

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and in keeping with our commitment, encourages women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans to apply.

Salary Range:

$50,000 - $60,000

Posting Period:

09/11/2026

Posting Link:

https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63375

Contact:
Morgan Falzone
mfkinstn@buffalo.edu

716-860-1056