23d ago

Assistant Director of Donor Experiences, Principal Gifts - University Advancement

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Key Responsibilities

Plans and implements sporting events (Cardinals, St. Louis City and Blues) hosted by Chancellor Martin. This includes collaboration with SEUC, PST and fundraising teams to,

Requirements Summary

Bachelor's degree Certifications/Professional Licenses:No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

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The Assistant Director of Donor Experiences primarily reports to the Senior Associate Director of Donor Experiences. This position will manage our Chancellor hosted sporting events, including briefing packets and will support our leadership initiatives, donor experiences and programing.

Responsibilities

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  • →Plans and implements sporting events (Cardinals, St. Louis City and Blues) hosted by Chancellor Martin. This includes collaboration with SEUC, PST and fundraising teams to, as well as coordination with the Chancellor’s office.
  • →Leads creation of comprehensive briefing materials to prepare the Chancellor, Executive Vice Chancellor for University Advancement, Provost and senior advancement colleagues for all sporting events.
  • →Provides assistance to the Principal Gifts Donor Experiences team with event-related activities including but not limited to reserving event space, overseeing data for invitation lists, coordinating and supervising mail house projects, creating timelines, establishing logistical plans, securing speakers, creating seating plans, printed materials and event talking points.
  • →Supports the university’s leadership initiatives, including Philanthropy Forward, Harris Awards and Frick Initiatives.
  • →Assists the Principal Gifts team in implementing highly-personalized donor engagement, cultivation, and stewardship strategies. 
  • →On-site event logistical support.
  • →Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Bachelor's degree
  • Familiarity with and appreciation for the mission of Advancement Programs and the activities of the department. 
  • A desire to play a meaningful role in the University’s community and to share in the community’s commitment to education and research. 
  • Ability to work successfully with administration, faculty, alumni, parents and volunteers as appropriate. 
  • Ability to work effectively in a complex organization. 
  • A desire and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across development offices, as well as independently.

 

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Relevant Experience (2 Years) No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Not Applicable Communication, Detail-Oriented, Email Software, Graphic Design, Interpersonal Interactions, Interpersonal Relationships, Learning Quickly, Listening Comprehension, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Organizing, Professional Integrity, Project Management, Relationship Building, Salesforce (Software), Task Organization, Task-Oriented, Time Prioritization

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

About the Role

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No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
G10

$49,700.00 - $82,100.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

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.

What We Offer

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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 challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
✓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.
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.

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Where is the job
Clayton, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

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Assistant Director of Donor Experiences, Principal Gifts - University Advancement