Assistant Director, Advancement Communications - University Advancement

Position Summary

The Assistant Director, Advancement Communications has significant responsibility for developing and managing marketing and digital communications for Washington University’s annual giving efforts. This includes two primary areas of responsibility: a) researching and writing print and electronic solicitation materials; b) collaborating closely with Annual Giving Programs as a member of the team to plan and implement a strategic annual campaign of mail and electronic publications. These activities will result in advancing Washington University’s strategic plans to acquire and retain donors and raise tens of millions of dollars per year.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Research and write materials for a high volume of solicitations and other efforts annually. Materials include e-newsletters, letters, postcards, and broadcast emails to a variety of constituents.
• In collaboration with Annual Giving Programs staff and other staff, ensure solicitation materials across University Advancement meet department and university quality standards in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the director of advancement communications, art director, and Annual Giving Programs to develop creative concepts for direct mail and electronic solicitations.
• Collaborate closely with Annual Giving Programs as a member of a team to plan and implement a strategic annual campaign of print and electronic publications.
• Provide recommendations for new strategies to effectively market fundraising efforts.
• Manage schedules and approval process for multiple projects to meet strict deadlines.
• Build solicitation and stewardship emails for large audiences, coordinating elements and timing with the art director, data analyst, and Annual Giving and Digital Strategy teams.
• In collaboration with the art director, assist with creating photos or coordinating photoshoots for print pieces, emails, and newsletters.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions Normal office environment. Travel may be required. Physical Effort Typically sitting at desk or table. Typically standing or walking. Equipment Office equipment.

Education

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree

Preferred Qualifications: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

Relevant Experience (2 Years): Publications Editing, Writing, Production, Or A Related Field (3 Years)

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Exceptional creativity demonstrated by effective communications developed for higher education, not-for-profit, or similar audiences.

Strong research and writing skills demonstrated in feature, brochure, marketing, and/or direct mail copy.

Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality deliverables for multiple projects, to manage competing priorities, and to meet demanding deadlines.

This position is located in St. Louis, MO and the targeted hiring range for this position is $49,700 - $58,000.

Salary Range

$49,700.00 - $82,100.00 / Annually

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.