Midwestern State University (MSU Texas), a component of the Texas Tech University System, invites applications for the position of Vice President for University Advancement.
As the university’s chief development officer, the Vice President for University Advancement also serves as the Director of Development for the MSU Foundation, Inc., a private nonprofit organization supporting the university. The VPUA is responsible for enhancing the university's visibility and fostering philanthropic support to advance its mission. This role includes responsibility for the annual fund, corporate and foundation relations, major gifts and gift planning, endowment, capital campaigns, alumni and constituent engagement efforts, stewardship, and advancement services. The individual will lead the advancement team by example through maintaining a portfolio of top donors and prospects. The ideal candidate will also possess a collegial, collaborative leadership style and exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. The VPUA is a cabinet-level position reporting to the University President.
Candidate Forums
2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18 in Dillard 101
View Ms. Bliss's resume for more information.
2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12 in Dillard 101
View Ms. Canty's resume for more information.
2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6 in Dillard 101
View Mr. Spoeri's resume for more information.
Search Criteria
MSU Texas seeks an innovative and visionary leader with the following:
- A bachelor's degree is required; a master's degree is preferred.
- A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience and success in fundraising management.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and external relations skills or related experiences.
About MSU Texas
Midwestern State University is a values-driven public university committed to providing its 5,400 students with a rigorous undergraduate and graduate education in the arts, health sciences, education, business, engineering, and many other disciplines.
Established in 1922 as Wichita Falls Junior College, MSU Texas has grown into a comprehensive regional university with a 255-acre campus in Wichita Falls, Texas. The campus community includes students from 44 states and 54 foreign countries, as well as more than 1,200 faculty and staff.
Wichita Falls has an area population of 150,000 and lies approximately 120 miles northwest of the Dallas-Fort Worth area. This convenient location, combined with our vibrant university, a local U.S. Air Force base, an active industrial base, a downtown renaissance, and a low cost of living, makes it an attractive place to live, work, and leisure.
MSU Texas is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, master's and doctoral degrees. Students choose from 49 undergraduate, 27 graduate and several pre-professional programs offered through six academic colleges and its graduate school.
- Dillard College of Business Administration
- Lamar D. Fain College of Fine Arts
- Robert D. & Carol Gunn College of Health Sciences and Human Services
- McCoy College of Science, Mathematics & Engineering
- Prothro-Yeager College of Humanities & Social Sciences
- Gordon T. & Ellen West College of Education
- Billie Doris McAda Graduate School
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Search Committee
The Midwestern State University (MSU Texas) Vice President for University Advancement Search Committee consists of members who represent the campus community including faculty, students, deans and staff.
Committee Members
- Dr. Marcy Brown Marsden, Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs, Committee Chair
- Dr. Leann Curry, Dean, West College of Education & Professional Studies
- Mr. Kyle Williams, Director of Athletics
- Dr. Dave Carlston, Professor of Psychology
- Dr. Dawn Slavens, Professor of Mathematics
- Mr. Joe Snyder, Clery Officer and Emergency Management Coordinator
- Ms. Imani Broadnax, Assistant Director, Student Leadership & Involvement
- Mr. Vincent Peter, Student Government Association President
Applications & Nominations
Initial application materials should include:
- a substantive letter of interest that addresses the themes in the profile and job description;
- a vitae with resume and/or biographical profile; and
- complete contact information for three references including a description of the candidate's relationship with each.
Transmit inquiries and application materials electronically in a single .pdf file format to VPAdvancementSearch@msutexas.edu.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Additional information may be requested upon receipt of the application. Salary is nationally competitive. A successful pre-employment criminal background check is required for the final candidate in accordance with university policy.
To submit a nomination for this position, please include contact information and submit to VPAdvancementSearch@msutexas.edu.
Deadline for full consideration is Oct. 10, 2024.
