Assistant Dean of Philanthropy, CALS

North Carolina State University

Commensurate with Experience

life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Jun 30, 2025

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194092EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Assistant Dean of Philanthropy, CALS
Anticipated Hiring Range	Commensurate with Experience
Work Schedule	Monday - Friday / 8:00 am -5:00 pm (extended and weekend hours as needed)
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Agriculture Related Foundation
About the Department	About NC State: North Carolina State University was founded in 1887 with the purpose of creating economic, societal and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina. Today NC State is the largest university in North Carolina, with more than 37,000 high-performing students, 9,000 preeminent faculty and staff and 300,000 alumni. NC State is a research-extensive university known for its leadership in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. We're also at the forefront of teaching and research in agriculture, business, design, education, humanities and social sciences, natural resources, textiles and veterinary medicine. NC State is consistently named as one of the best values in higher education, and many of our programs are ranked at the top of their respective disciplines. We take a great deal of pride in our collaborative, supportive, and collegial team culture. All staff are provided opportunities for training and professional development, with an eye to personalized career growth. About the College: The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences ( CALS) is one of the largest colleges of its kind in the nation, with more than 4,000 students pursuing associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees and 1,300 on-campus and 700 off-campus faculty and staff members that touch every county in North Carolina. Its research engine ranks in the top of land-grant university colleges. New research awards consistently exceed $120 million annually. Industry engagement is at the core of CALS with $5.6M in funding across 84 industry contracts with 56 unique companies in 2024. More than 43,000 volunteers and stakeholders engage in two million face-to-face contacts annually. Over 35,000 living CALS Alumni make up the pride of the Wolfpack! Our extensive partnerships with agriculture, business, education, government, and industry create a unique culture of collaboration that increases productivity and fuels economic development. Land-grant roots inspire us to provide practical solutions for the real world. Our world-leading faculty and staff make it a reality. CALS serves the unique needs of diverse clients every day with subject-matter experts at 102 local centers across the state. The mission of the CALS College Advancement office is to enhance, promote and support the academic programs, research and extension efforts of the College. Within CALS Advancement is the NC Agricultural Foundation, Inc., a non-profit, 501c3 organization formed as a means of supporting agricultural research, extension, and teaching activities in CALS.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. What we offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties	We're excited to welcome a collaborative and experienced fundraising professional to join the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences ( CALS) as our Assistant Dean of Philanthropy. You do not need a background in agriculture and life sciences to thrive in this role - what matters most is your willingness to learn about agriculture, your passion for building relationships and securing support for important programs. This is a permanent position with secure funding, part of a national search for the right leader (an interim is currently serving while we find that person). The Assistant Dean will play a vital role in leading our college's advancement efforts, reporting directly to the Dean and working in close partnership with University Advancement. In this position, you will: Lead a dedicated team of about 30 advancement professionals, including gift officers, communications specialists, and engagement staff. Collaborate with the Dean and university leaders to set and advance our fundraising vision and strategy. Foster strong relationships with donors, alumni, businesses, community leaders, faculty, and staff. Manage a portfolio of major donors, helping secure transformational gifts that advance our mission. Serve as President of The NC Agricultural Foundation, Inc., working closely with multiple foundations and advisory boards that support a wide range of research and outreach programs. You'll work in a supportive, team-oriented environment with a clear commitment to program growth, alignment, and success. This is a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact at a dynamic college that touches communities across the state and beyond. If you're a proven fundraising leader eager to help shape the future - regardless of your familiarity with agriculture - we encourage you to apply! Duties of the successful incumbent for this role include, but are not limited to: In partnership with the Dean and the Associate Vice Chancellor, University Development, coordinate the complete range of philanthropic activities related to the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) including planning, managing and implementing annual fundraising strategies, operating plans and budgets designed to attain the philanthropic goals and objectives of the College and the foundation. Lead all aspects of the fundraising process that will maximize the College's capacity and outcomes including preparation and implementation of annual fundraising goals and a comprehensive major gifts program that generates individual and corporate donors and other philanthropic support. Oversee initiatives to identify, qualify, prioritize, cultivate, solicit, recognize, and steward donors and prospects as well as collaborate with and support the Dean, department heads, faculty and volunteers in their related fundraising efforts. Build working relationships with academic department heads, faculty, and administrators throughout the College to thoroughly understand their programs and priorities and to both assist in managing their respective advancement activities and represent their needs. Lead and manage a team of advancement professionals, set policy, procedures, and best practices; provide inspirational leadership, mentorship and coaching to achieve annual goals while adhering to university performance standards. Model and reinforce a sophisticated, non-territorial approach to donor-centric philanthropy that encourages teamwork, flexibility, and responsiveness. Monitor progress against goals and share reports on progress with the Dean and Associate Vice Chancellor, University Development. Manage a focused portfolio of major gift and principal gift prospects and donors. Collaborate and consult with the Dean and the Associate Vice Chancellor, University Development for coordination of resources and services. Willingness/ability to travel frequently and participate in occasional evening and weekend activities; perform other relevant duties as assigned. Serves as the President and provides management and oversight of the NC Agricultural Foundation, Inc. board of directors. Provide effective fiscal management of the NC Agricultural Foundation, Inc. and CALS Advancement budgets.
Other Responsibilities	Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Post-baccalaureate credentials or a bachelor's degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience. A minimum of eight years of progressively responsible experience in major gift fundraising and advancement leadership. Experience developing and successful implementation of comprehensive fund-raising strategies, including campaigns. Experience managing institutional advancement staff. Experience managing volunteer boards.
Other Required Qualifications	Applicants must have the ability to take academic priorities and translate them into development opportunities. Candidates should have familiarity with and appreciation for North Carolina's diverse and impactful agricultural, biotechnology and life sciences industries, and an understanding of the land grant and research university context. Candidates should have expert knowledge of the principles, practices, and ethics of successful fundraising, as well as experience working with foundations and 5013 organizations. Must have a demonstrated ability to motivate, lead and manage people. Candidates should possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills, and have the ability to organize and complete complex tasks on deadlines. Strong relationship-building skills are also required. Computer literacy and competency with electronic donor information systems is expected. Must have a willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed.
Preferred Qualifications	Preference will be given to those with an advanced degree.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	A valid driver's license is required and a North Carolina Driver's License must be obtained within 60 days of hire, and maintained as a condition of employment.
Valid NC Driver's License required	Yes
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	05/06/2025
Anticipated Close Date	Open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants	Applications should include a cover letter, resume/cv, and contact information for at least three professional references. Confidential review of materials will continue until the appointment is made.

Position Details

Position Number	00001686
Position Type	EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.00
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Mandatory - Medical Emergencies
Department ID	110199 - Agriculture Related Foundation
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.