Vice President of Advancement

Vice President of Advancement

Urban College of Boston – Boston, MA

Full-Time | Hybrid (2 days/week on-site)

Salary: $170,000 + 10-15% Performance-Based Bonus

About Urban College of Boston

Urban College of Boston (UCB) is a private, non-profit institution committed to opening new pathways to opportunity through individualized, supportive, and multilingual education. UCB serves over 1,000 students annually—many of whom are working adults and parents—offering associate degrees and certificates in English, Spanish, and Mandarin.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the President and serving as a member of the President’s Cabinet, the Vice President of Advancement will lead the vision, strategy, and execution of the College’s fundraising efforts. This position is ideal for a mission-driven, senior advancement professional ready to build a department from the ground up and take on both strategic and hands-on responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement a comprehensive advancement strategy aligned with the College’s mission.

Collaborate with senior leadership, Trustees, and the newly established Foundation Committee to expand the donor base and increase philanthropic support.

Personally cultivate and manage a portfolio of major donors and institutional partners.

Oversee alumni relations, development operations, and donor stewardship initiatives.

Manage two direct reports: a Senior Manager of Development Operations and an Administrative Coordinator.

Serve as a strategic advisor and liaison to the Foundation Committee and broader College community.

Qualifications

10+ years of progressive experience in advancement/fundraising, ideally in higher education or the nonprofit sector.

Demonstrated success in major gift fundraising and donor cultivation.

Strong strategic, operational, and leadership skills with experience building or scaling a department.

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of fundraising and engagement.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Proficiency with donor CRM systems (e.g., Bloomerang) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Work Environment

This is a full-time (37.5 hours/week) hybrid position based in Boston, MA, with in-person work currently expected on Wednesdays and Thursdays. The hybrid model is subject to periodic review.

To Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter to hr@urbancollege.edu. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by April 4, 2025. Position will remain open until filled.

Urban College of Boston is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Urban College of Boston – Benefits Summary

Health & Insurance:

Medical (Blue Cross Blue Shield): Coverage starts on your first day.

UCB pays 80%, Employee pays 20%.

Plans: Employee, +Spouse, +Child(ren), Family.

Dental (Aetna): Starts 1st of the month after your first full month.

50% UCB / 50% Employee.

Aflac: Accident, Cancer, Optional Life (100% Employee-paid).

Life & Disability: Available 1st of the month after your first full month (100% Employer-paid).

DCA/FSA: Dependent Care & Medical Flexible Spending Accounts (100% Employee-paid).

Retirement:

401(k) (John Hancock): Eligible after 1 year + 1,000 hours worked.

UCB matches 9% if employee contributes at least 5%.

Parking:

Monthly pass (if available) in Millennium Garage (3rd/4th floor).

Includes valet. Current rate: $300/month via VPNE.

Time Off:

Vacation: Prorated in your first year; accrued per pay period.

Sick Time: 12 days (90 hours) annually.

Personal Time: 3 days (22.5 hours) annually.

Holidays (13 days):

New Year’s Day, MLK Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Patriots’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Day.

Annual Enrollment Date: September 1st