Teams at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

Leads the university’s advancement operations and comprehensive fundraising program. Oversees staff, budgets, systems, donor stewardship, major and planned gifts, campaign initiatives, advancement services, board and volunteer engagement, and CRM data strategy. Personally manages transformational gift prospects, conducts donor visits, develops cultivation and solicitation strategies, and partners with university leadership to achieve fundraising goals and advance institutional priorities.

Supports HR operations for university faculty and staff, including recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, conflict mediation, performance processes, compliance, training, records management, reporting, engagement initiatives, and HR policy or process improvements. The role requires maintaining confidentiality, advising employees and managers, and promoting an inclusive workplace aligned with the university’s mission.

Manages university grant-seeking and reporting activities, including researching funding opportunities, developing compliant proposals, coordinating submissions, tracking awards, and maintaining grant calendars and records in Raiser's Edge NXT. Supports donor relations and advancement communications through writing, editing, gift agreements, and reporting materials. Collaborates with faculty, staff, consultants, and advancement teams while ensuring funding policies, deadlines, and organizational priorities are met.