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Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.
Job Summary
The Assistant Vice President for Principal Gifts provides strategic leadership for the University's Principal Gifts program, developing and executing an institution-wide strategy to secure transformational investments of $1,000,000 and above in support of the University's mission, strategic plan, and campaign priorities. Serving as the University's authority on principal gift fundraising, the Assistant Vice President partners with the President, the Senior Vice President and Vice President for University Advancement, and academic and administrative leadership to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward the University's most significant donors and prospects. The Assistant Vice President leads and manages principal gift officers and support staff, sets the strategic direction and operating plan for the program, engages and supports key volunteer leadership, and represents the University in its highest-level philanthropic relationships.
- Provides strategic leadership for the development and execution of a comprehensive, University-wide strategy to secure principal-level investments of $1,000,000 and above in support of institutional and campaign priorities.
- Serves as the University's Subject Matter Expert (SME) on principal gift strategy, advising the President, Vice President for University Advancement, and academic/administrative leadership on approach, timing, and readiness of top prospects.
- Manages a personal portfolio of the University's most significant donors and prospects, providing leadership for highly complex, multi-million dollar gift solicitations and negotiations.
- Works across university leadership, both academic and non-academic, to identify, cultivate, and engage donor prospects capable of principal-level giving; serves as lead facilitator and manager of cultivation and solicitation activity spanning multiple colleges, schools, and units.
- Leads and manages the design, implementation, and continued evolution of the University's principal gifts operating plan, including measurable annual and long-term goals, metrics, and benchmarks.
- Develops strong, positive relationships with University leadership and volunteers; recruits, trains, and coordinates the activities of key volunteer leadership, including Foundation Trustees and campaign committee members.
- Leads collaborative efforts to develop cultivation and solicitation strategies for prospects shared across multiple colleges, schools, and units, facilitating action plans and monitoring implementation.
- Provides leadership in the stewardship and oversight of principal-level gifts, ensuring alignment with donor intent and University priorities.
- Serves as a key member of the Development senior leadership team, helping shape and adhering to university-wide prospect management guidelines for cultivation and stewardship.
- Establishes and implements policies and procedures governing principal gift fundraising activity across the University, recommending changes to senior leadership as needed.
- Evaluates complex gift opportunities and giving vehicles, recommending the most suitable structure for a particular donor in partnership with gift administration and legal/tax colleagues.
- Monitors and reports progress toward institutional and campaign revenue goals to the Vice President and senior advancement leadership.
- Directs the preparation of proposals, gift agreements, and stewardship materials for principal-level gifts, collaborating with Foundation Campaign Planning, Communications, and Donor Relations colleagues.
- Documents contact and prospect moves, tracking progress in the University's donor database and ensuring adherence to university-wide prospect management guidelines and protocols.
- Develops and implements a strategically planned travel schedule to meet with prospects and donors on campus, nationally, and internationally.
- Directs and supervises principal gift officers and assigned support staff. Responsible for recruiting, training, mentoring, and conducting performance evaluations to ensure the team meets measurable annual and long-term fundraising metrics.
- May handle donated funds in the form of checks or negotiable securities; accesses and maintains strict confidentiality of gift and donor information.
- Represents the University and/or Foundation at high-level public functions, events, and meetings as needed.
- Keeps abreast of current best practices and emerging trends in principal gift fundraising, evaluating new approaches for potential implementation.
- Attends all required development meetings and contributes to broader strategic and campaign planning discussions.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in an appropriate specialization and six years of experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate specialization and eight years of experience.
Desired Qualifications
- 10+ years of major and/or principal gift fundraising experience (preferably in higher education with demonstrated campaign leadership), including a proven track record of personally identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and closing seven-figure and above gifts; familiarity with FIU or a comparable large public research university is a plus.
- Deep technical and interpersonal expertise, including strong knowledge of wealth management, financial planning, tax and charitable gift laws, and planned giving vehicles, along with demonstrated success recruiting, supervising, and mentoring fundraising staff.
- Polished executive presence and independence, with proven ability to work effectively and confidentially with senior leadership, trustees, and high-net-worth individuals; a self-motivated, innovative operator within complex, matrixed environments who understands university governance and administrative/financial policy.
Job Category
Administrative
Advertised Salary
$190,000-$205,000
Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM
Pre-Employment Requirements
Expanded Background Check
Other Information
- Must attend meetings off campus and occasionally attend functions on weekends and evening.
- Ability to travel locally and nationally.
- Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
- Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University.
How To Apply Current Employee
As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
How To Apply Prospective Employee
If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.
This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
Disclosures Clery Notice
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).
Pay Transparency
Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other legally protected basis. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination, contact FIU's Office of Title IX and EEO Compliance (TITLEIX) at 305.348.2785 or email titleix@fiu.edu.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact the Office of Universal Access and Digital Compliance at 305-348-1576 or accommodations@fiu.edu. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to UADC at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.
About FIU
Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.
Job Summary
The Assistant Vice President for Principal Gifts provides strategic leadership for the University's Principal Gifts program, developing and executing an institution-wide strategy to secure transformational investments of $1,000,000 and above in support of the University's mission, strategic plan, and campaign priorities. Serving as the University's authority on principal gift fundraising, the Assistant Vice President partners with the President, the Senior Vice President and Vice President for University Advancement, and academic and administrative leadership to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward the University's most significant donors and prospects. The Assistant Vice President leads and manages principal gift officers and support staff, sets the strategic direction and operating plan for the program, engages and supports key volunteer leadership, and represents the University in its highest-level philanthropic relationships.
- Provides strategic leadership for the development and execution of a comprehensive, University-wide strategy to secure principal-level investments of $1,000,000 and above in support of institutional and campaign priorities.
- Serves as the University's Subject Matter Expert (SME) on principal gift strategy, advising the President, Vice President for University Advancement, and academic/administrative leadership on approach, timing, and readiness of top prospects.
- Manages a personal portfolio of the University's most significant donors and prospects, providing leadership for highly complex, multi-million dollar gift solicitations and negotiations.
- Works across university leadership, both academic and non-academic, to identify, cultivate, and engage donor prospects capable of principal-level giving; serves as lead facilitator and manager of cultivation and solicitation activity spanning multiple colleges, schools, and units.
- Leads and manages the design, implementation, and continued evolution of the University's principal gifts operating plan, including measurable annual and long-term goals, metrics, and benchmarks.
- Develops strong, positive relationships with University leadership and volunteers; recruits, trains, and coordinates the activities of key volunteer leadership, including Foundation Trustees and campaign committee members.
- Leads collaborative efforts to develop cultivation and solicitation strategies for prospects shared across multiple colleges, schools, and units, facilitating action plans and monitoring implementation.
- Provides leadership in the stewardship and oversight of principal-level gifts, ensuring alignment with donor intent and University priorities.
- Serves as a key member of the Development senior leadership team, helping shape and adhering to university-wide prospect management guidelines for cultivation and stewardship.
- Establishes and implements policies and procedures governing principal gift fundraising activity across the University, recommending changes to senior leadership as needed.
- Evaluates complex gift opportunities and giving vehicles, recommending the most suitable structure for a particular donor in partnership with gift administration and legal/tax colleagues.
- Monitors and reports progress toward institutional and campaign revenue goals to the Vice President and senior advancement leadership.
- Directs the preparation of proposals, gift agreements, and stewardship materials for principal-level gifts, collaborating with Foundation Campaign Planning, Communications, and Donor Relations colleagues.
- Documents contact and prospect moves, tracking progress in the University's donor database and ensuring adherence to university-wide prospect management guidelines and protocols.
- Develops and implements a strategically planned travel schedule to meet with prospects and donors on campus, nationally, and internationally.
- Directs and supervises principal gift officers and assigned support staff. Responsible for recruiting, training, mentoring, and conducting performance evaluations to ensure the team meets measurable annual and long-term fundraising metrics.
- May handle donated funds in the form of checks or negotiable securities; accesses and maintains strict confidentiality of gift and donor information.
- Represents the University and/or Foundation at high-level public functions, events, and meetings as needed.
- Keeps abreast of current best practices and emerging trends in principal gift fundraising, evaluating new approaches for potential implementation.
- Attends all required development meetings and contributes to broader strategic and campaign planning discussions.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in an appropriate specialization and six years of experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate specialization and eight years of experience.
Desired Qualifications
- 10+ years of major and/or principal gift fundraising experience (preferably in higher education with demonstrated campaign leadership), including a proven track record of personally identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and closing seven-figure and above gifts; familiarity with FIU or a comparable large public research university is a plus.
- Deep technical and interpersonal expertise, including strong knowledge of wealth management, financial planning, tax and charitable gift laws, and planned giving vehicles, along with demonstrated success recruiting, supervising, and mentoring fundraising staff.
- Polished executive presence and independence, with proven ability to work effectively and confidentially with senior leadership, trustees, and high-net-worth individuals; a self-motivated, innovative operator within complex, matrixed environments who understands university governance and administrative/financial policy.
Job Category
Administrative
Advertised Salary
$190,000-$205,000
Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM
Pre-Employment Requirements
Expanded Background Check
Other Information
- Must attend meetings off campus and occasionally attend functions on weekends and evening.
- Ability to travel locally and nationally.
- Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
- Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University.
How To Apply Current Employee
As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
How To Apply Prospective Employee
If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.
This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
Disclosures Clery Notice
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).
Pay Transparency
Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other legally protected basis. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination, contact FIU's Office of Title IX and EEO Compliance (TITLEIX) at 305.348.2785 or email titleix@fiu.edu.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact the Office of Universal Access and Digital Compliance at 305-348-1576 or accommodations@fiu.edu. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to UADC at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.
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Verify your credentials meet specialty occupation
A vice principal role must require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field to qualify as a specialty occupation. Administrative licensure alone isn't enough, your master's in educational leadership or administration is what anchors the H-1B classification.
Target districts with established HR departments
Large urban school districts and charter management organizations with dedicated HR or legal teams are far more likely to file I-129 petitions than small rural districts. Search Migrate Mate to filter vice principal openings at employers with verified sponsorship filing history.
Get your state administrator license evaluated early
Most states require a principal or administrator license before you can serve as vice principal. If your credential is foreign-issued, start the credential evaluation process through a NACES-approved evaluator well before you apply, since evaluation can take six to twelve weeks.
Understand how PERM affects public school timelines
If a district wants to sponsor you for a green card via EB-2 or EB-3, they must complete PERM labor certification, which requires advertising the position openly. Public schools often balk at this process, ask HR directly whether the district has done PERM before.
Confirm prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your H-1B or E-3 employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for your role and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for the Educational Instruction and Library occupations category in your target district's metro area before you negotiate, so you know the floor.
Ask about cap-exempt filing options at private schools
Nonprofits affiliated with universities or research institutions can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap and lottery. Some private or faith-based schools qualify as cap-exempt, confirm this with USCIS guidance or the school's immigration counsel before the offer stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a vice principal role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it isn't automatic. USCIS requires the position to normally demand at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. If the district's job posting and internal standards require a master's degree in educational leadership, curriculum and instruction, or school administration, the role typically clears the specialty occupation threshold. Generic administrative roles with flexible degree requirements are harder to approve.
Which visa types are realistic for a foreign vice principal seeking U.S. employment?
H-1B is the most common path for school administrators from any country, subject to the annual cap and selection process. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3, which has a separate cap and no lottery. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN if the role fits the USMCA profession list for teachers or college professors, though vice principal classifications are assessed case by case. EB-2 and EB-3 green card paths are also possible through PERM if the sponsoring district is willing.
Do public school districts commonly sponsor visas for vice principals?
Large urban districts with dedicated HR teams and legal counsel are more likely to sponsor than small or rural districts with limited administrative capacity. Charter school networks and private schools affiliated with universities sometimes have more sponsorship infrastructure. Browsing Migrate Mate lets you identify vice principal openings at employers with a documented history of visa filings, which saves time targeting the right organizations.
Does my foreign principal or administrator license count toward H-1B eligibility?
Foreign licenses don't substitute for U.S. state administrator licensure, which is typically required to hold a vice principal title legally. For H-1B purposes, what matters is your academic degree. A foreign master's degree in educational administration evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. degree by a NACES-approved credential evaluation service satisfies USCIS's educational requirement, even if you still need to meet state licensing requirements separately.
What is the PERM process and how does it affect vice principal sponsorship timelines?
PERM labor certification, administered by DOL, requires the sponsoring school to prove no qualified U.S. workers are available for the position before sponsoring a foreign national for an EB-2 or EB-3 green card. For vice principal roles, this means advertising the job publicly and documenting recruitment results. The process typically takes six to eighteen months before the I-140 petition is even filed, so districts that are willing to sponsor a green card need to plan well in advance of your start date.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Vice Principal jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.