Executive Director of Advancement Information and Technology

🇺🇸 Raleigh, NC

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Development & Advancement

🗓️ October 25th, 2025

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Edtech.com's Summary

NC State University is hiring an Executive Director of Advancement Information and Technology. This leadership role requires overseeing advancement application systems, analytics, data services, project management, and training to stabilize and optimize the technological foundation supporting fundraising, alumni engagement, and communications. The director will lead a team of 15 professionals and collaborate with university partners to align advancement technology strategies with institutional goals, ensuring data governance, security, and process optimization.

Highlights

Lead advancement application systems, analytics, project management, and training for University Advancement.
Manage a 15-member team including directors and project managers.
Expertise required in Salesforce CRM, data governance, analytics, security, and compliance frameworks.
Responsibilities include strategic planning, vendor management, and ensuring integration with university-wide systems.
Master’s degree in Information Science, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent required with 5+ years of IT leadership experience.
Preferred qualifications include Salesforce ecosystem management, project management certifications (e.g., PMP), and programming skills (Apex, Lightning Web Components, JavaScript, SQL).
Collaborate closely with University Advancement leadership, OIT, Finance, and other partners.
Oversee data strategy including visualization, predictive modeling, and AI implementation to support advancement goals.
Contribute to high-impact initiatives such as capital campaigns and Days of Giving.
Compensation is commensurate with experience and education, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement programs, and wellness perks.