Senior Associate Director of Advancement, Siteman Cancer Center - University Advancement | Washington University in St. Louis Job at Washington University in St. Louis, Clayton, MO

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  • Washington University in St. Louis
  • Clayton, MO

Job Description

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks an advancement professional for the position of Senior Associate Director of Advancement supporting Siteman Cancer Center and the School of Medicine through individual donor and grateful patient/family giving.


The Siteman Cancer Center Advancement team is responsible for raising private support for cancer research, education, and community program priorities across Siteman Cancer Center and Washington University School of Medicine.


Reporting to the Executive Director of Advancement, the Senior Associate Director will manage a caseload of leadership giving prospects and donors to support the cancer center and cancer programs across the School of Medicine.


The primary responsibilities of the Senior Associate Director will focus on building meaningful relationships to grow the leadership and major gift pipeline, increasing annual fund and unrestricted support to Siteman and the School of Medicine, and working in collaboration with and in support of colleagues across the University and Medical Advancement.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • This position will focus on acquisition, retention, and reacquisition of prospects ($25,000 - $249,000) with a primary focus on increasing unrestricted giving and multi-year commitments. The Senior Associate Director of Medical Advancement will qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward assigned prospects and donors with the goal of increasing the donorâ™s support to leadership and major gift levels.
  • The Senior Associate Director will be responsible for:
    • In partnership with fellow Siteman advancement gift officers, identify potential fund donors through grateful patient faculty referrals, 3rd party events, university activities, annual fund, etc.
    • Manage stewardship and solicitation strategies for assigned prospects.
    • Articulate the need for support of Siteman Cancer Center/WUSMâ™s unrestricted funds and priority needs through oral and written communications.
    • Through collaborative activities with fellow gift officers, engage faculty in donor cultivation and stewardship activities as appropriate to further cultivate and develop leadership giving interests and relationships.
    • Responsible for drafting advancement correspondence for signature by faculty members, advancement staff and/or cancer center leadership.

  • The Senior Associate Director of Advancement will help to create and foster a culture of collaboration and teamwork that celebrates outcomes, builds individual and team capacity, and ensures that WashU UA is a preferred workplace. 
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

  • Travel as required to bring letters to various departments on campus and assist with scholarship-related events

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree


Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.


Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (3 Years)


Skills:

Not Applicable


Driver's License:

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

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications  

  • Ability to work effectively within a complex organization across multiple units dealing with diverse constituents (school deans, administrators, alumni, students, university-wide advancement staff and key volunteers) toward development objectives and building effective working relationships.
  • Experience soliciting gifts of $10,000 or more.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.


Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.


Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Adaptability, Analytical Thinking, Complexity Management, Data Management, Detail-Oriented, Development Writing, Donor Reporting, Engaging People, Event Planning, Interpersonal Interactions, Microsoft Excel, Oral Communications, Organizing, Positive Thinking, Professional Development, Project Organization, Prospect Research, Salesforce (Software), Self-Starter, Strategic Approach, Teamwork, Working Independently, Written Communication

Grade

G13

Salary Range

$65,900.00 - $112,700.00 / 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.

Questions

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

Accommodation

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.

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.

  • Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

  • 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? Weâ™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:

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

About Washington University in St. Louis

Washington University in St. Louis, a medium-sized, independent university, is dedicated to challenging its faculty and students alike to seek new knowledge and greater understanding of an ever-changing, multicultural world. The University offers more than 90 programs and almost 1,500 courses leading to bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees in a broad spectrum of traditional and interdisciplinary fields, with additional opportunities for minor concentrations and individualized programs. The faculty is composed of scholars, scientists, artists and members of the learned professions. They serve society by teaching; by adding to the store of human art, creativity, understanding, and wisdom; and by providing direct services, such as health care.

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