Colorado College
Associate Director, Advancement Information Systems
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Associate Director, Advancement Information Systems
Department
Advancement Information Systems
Campus Location
Main Campus
FLSA Status
Exempt/ Salaried
Position Type/ Work Schedule
- 2080 Hours per year
- 12 Months per year
- 40 Hours per week (Estimated)
About Us
Colorado College is a nationally recognized, residential liberal arts college with 2,100 students from around the world. Employees set the stage for student success by bringing their diverse experience and knowledge to the table. The college actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work.
Job Summary
Join Colorado College and play a key role in advancing our mission through data, technology, and informed decision-making. As the Associate Director of Advancement Information Systems, you will help shape the strategy for Advancement technologies, lead records management initiatives, and transform data into actionable insights that strengthen engagement and fundraising efforts. This position blends technical expertise with a deep understanding of advancement operations to enhance systems, improve business intelligence, and drive meaningful results across the Advancement division.
Responsibilities
CRM and Advancement Technology Administration
- Directly supports the optimization, maintenance, and ongoing administration of the Advancement CRM, including management of processes, objects, records, applications, other Salesforce components, and system documentation.
- Oversees system maintenance, user access, troubleshooting, and support for assigned Advancement technology tools.
- Leads technology upgrade initiatives and implements system customizations to meet divisional needs.
- Develops and delivers training, reference materials, and documentation for Advancement and campus colleagues.
- Assists with compliance efforts related to data privacy and protection requirements, including the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Colorado Privacy Act, and other applicable regulations.
Integrations and Data Transfers
- Serves as project manager and technical resource for data integrations between advancement technology solutions, campus databases and data warehouses, and the Advancement CRM.
- Acts as the primary Advancement liaison to campus partners regarding integrations and data systems.
- Leads testing and validation activities to ensure successful system integrations and data accuracy.
- Supports the secure transfer of data to and from external vendors and third-party partners for a variety of institutional projects and initiatives.
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Reporting and Analytics
- Creates, maintains, and enhances a comprehensive suite of Advancement reports, dashboards, and analytical tools to support operational effectiveness and strategic decision-making.
- Meets regularly with stakeholders to identify reporting needs and develop new or updated reporting solutions.
- Develops and maintains data integrity and exception reports, proactively identifying and addressing errors to improve data quality and reliability.
Records Management and Data Governance
- Provides leadership for records management and data governance functions, developing proactive strategies and best practices to support data hygiene, accuracy, and consistency.
- Identifies opportunities to improve data sharing and accessibility while ensuring appropriate stewardship of constituent information.
- Develops and implements quality control measures to maintain record integrity, including ongoing assessment of data quality, oversight of data entry standards, and continuous improvement of records management processes.
- Supervises the Records team and provides leadership, guidance, and performance oversight.
Alumni Relations and Program Support
- Manages the Colorado College Day (CC Day) program and supports related alumni relations initiatives that strengthen engagement with alumni and constituents.
- Collaborates with Advancement colleagues and campus partners to coordinate programs, activities, and communications that foster meaningful alumni connections and advance institutional engagement goals.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- 5 years of experience in a related field with at least 3 years of supervisory or managerial experience
One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for one year of required education (OR) one year of relevant academic coursework beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for one year of required professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree
- Experience working in higher ed advancement or fundraising in the nonprofit sector
- Experience/proficiency with Salesforce, Affiniquest/ARM, Apsona, Blackthorn, PeopleGrove, Emma, GiveCampus
Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications.
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Other Position Details
- Supervises Staff
- Position will not drive CC vehicles
Application Instructions
- Application Deadline - last day to submit an application: 8/19/2026
- This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
To help us stay connected with you throughout the hiring process, we encourage you to apply using a personal email address instead of a Colorado College email address.
In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range
- $75,748 to $92,791 per year
What We Offer
As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 7.34 hours of vacation per pay period (176 hours, 22 days per year) and 4 hours of sick time per pay period (96 hours, 12 days per year)
- Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)
- 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
- Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
- Wellness benefits include free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants
Benefits and Wellness Information
Please refer to our Benefits Page [https://www.coloradocollege.edu/offices/humanresources/benefits/index.html]
Accommodation Statement
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request accommodations to support your application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at HR@coloradocollege.edu as early as possible. Positions may close on the listed deadline or, if posted as continuous, may close without prior notice.
E-Verify Information
This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov [http://www.e-verify.gov]
Leave Information
Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html [https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html]
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