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Institution
Dakota State University

Working Title
Vice President for Institutional Advancement

Posting Number
NFE03101P

Department
DSU-President

Physical Location of Position (City)
Madison

Posting Text

Dakota State University (DSU) invites applications and nominations for the position of Vice President for Institutional Advancement and President/CEO of the Dakota State University Foundation. Reporting directly to the President and serving as a member of the President's Cabinet, the Vice President provides strategic leadership for the university's comprehensive advancement program while serving as the chief executive officer of the DSU Foundation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership for all advancement and Foundation activities, including fundraising, donor relations, alumni engagement, stewardship, communications, and Foundation operations.
• Serve as the university's chief fundraiser, personally cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major, principal, planned, corporate, and foundation gifts.
• Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies and campaigns that achieve ambitious philanthropic goals and increase long-term institutional support.
• Partner with the President, Foundation Board, and university leadership to identify and advance funding priorities that support student success, academic excellence, research, and innovation.
• Expand and strengthen relationships with alumni, donors, corporations, foundations, and community leaders.
• Provide leadership and oversight of the Dakota State University Foundation, ensuring sound governance, financial stewardship, and growth of Foundation assets and endowment resources.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing advancement team committed to excellence, collaboration, and results.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree is required.
• The successful candidate will possess a demonstrated record of success in fundraising, advancement leadership, donor engagement, and organizational management.
• Experience securing major and principal gifts, building strategic partnerships, and working effectively with governing boards and senior leaders is essential.
• The ideal candidate will be a collaborative leader, exceptional communicator, strategic thinker, and relationship builder who is energized by philanthropy and inspired by the opportunity to advance a bold institutional vision.

Benefits:

• Flexible benefits package - health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, hospital indemnity insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, health reimbursement account.
• South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive 6% fully matched contributions from SDRS and are vested after three years of service.
• Paid time off - full time 12-month employees earn 15 days per year of annual leave and 14 days of sick leave per year. In addition, employees receive 11 federal paid holidays.
• Reduced tuition for education.
• Professional liability
• Paid family leave

How to Apply:
DSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Please submit a cover letter, resume, transcript, and a list of at least three professional references.

For questions concerning the position, contact Alicia Entringer at [email protected].

Posting Date
06/15/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

First Consideration Date
07/06/2026

Advertised Salary
NFE Pay Grade 16S: $137,000 - $157,000

Duration of the Term
12 months

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Appointment Percent
100%

Work Hours

8:00am - 5:00pm

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type
Regular

Faculty Status

Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)

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This position requires
Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays

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Department Description and Cultural Expectations

In addition to the exciting professional opportunities at Dakota State University, employees will have the privilege of enjoying the benefits of Madison, South Dakota. Nestled in the heart of the state, Madison offers a unique blend of small-town charm and modern amenities, creating an ideal environment for work-life balance.

The city boasts a range of recreational activities, from picturesque parks to outdoor events, fostering a sense of community engagement and well-being. Madison's scenic landscapes and proximity to nearby lakes provide ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, whether it be fishing, hiking, or simply enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors.

Madison's location within South Dakota provides easy access to larger cities, cultural events, and regional attractions. Madison is only a short 50-minute drive from South Dakota's largest city, Sioux Falls.

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