President and CEO/Vice Chancellor for Advancement (Adelphi) Job at AGB Search, Adelphi, MD

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  • AGB Search
  • Adelphi, MD

Job Description

The University System of Maryland Foundation (USM Foundation or USMF) and the University System of Maryland (USM) seek a President and CEO of the USM Foundation and Vice Chancellor for Advancement (USM).

The President and CEO/Vice Chancellor for Advancement plays a pivotal role in driving the philanthropic and financial sustainability of the university system. This dual-position leader is responsible for overseeing the USM Foundation, managing its assets, and ensuring strong investment strategies to support the long-term growth of the system’s institutions. Additionally, as Vice Chancellor for Advancement, they lead system-wide fundraising efforts, foster donor engagement, and support the advancement efforts of the system’s institutions. This role requires strategic vision, collaboration, experience working with leadership and boards, knowledge of the advancement paradigm, managerial experience, strong business acumen, and a commitment to advancing the mission of USM.

The President and CEO of the USM Foundation/Vice Chancellor for Advancement is a senior officer of the USM and a member of the USM Chancellor’s senior team. The President and CEO/Vice Chancellor is an employee of the USM Foundation and reports to the Chair of the USM Foundation Board, with a dotted-line reporting relationship to the USM Chancellor. The President and CEO/Vice Chancellor is responsible for a Foundation staff of 21, an Advancement and Advancement Services staff of 15, and oversees a Foundation operating budget of $10 million.

The following have been identified as key responsibilities and strategic initiatives for this role:

  1. Leading a top-tier foundation
  2. Building endowment through investment management services
  3. Creating a robust culture of philanthropy and professional development
  4. Providing campaign readiness assessment and planning
  5. Growing fundraising for system initiatives
  6. Ensuring best practices and compliance with Regents policies
  7. Building fundraising and engagement capacity through shared services
  8. Maintaining and leveraging Hidden Waters to advance the USM
  9. Ensuring the integrity of financial operations and philanthropic funds stewardship

A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible experience in advancement, foundation management, or a related field, with a strong track record in fundraising and donor engagement are required.

Nominations and Applications

For best consideration, applications should be received by May 20, 2025 . The search will remain open until an appointment is made. Candidates are requested to submit the following application materials:

  • Resume or curriculum vitae
  • Letter of interest
  • Contact information for five professional references (to be contacted at a later stage in the search and only with the candidate’s permission)


The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. UMGC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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