Director of Advancement Programs, Parent and Student Initiatives - University Advancement (St Louis)

Director Of Advancement Programs For Parent And Student Initiatives

Washington University seeks an advancement professional for the position of Director of Advancement Programs for Parent and Student Initiatives. University Advancement strives to advance the mission of the school by creating a culture of philanthropy among alumni, families, students, faculty, and friends. In this position, the Director of Advancement Programs will help foster deep connections for parents with Washington University through meaningful volunteer leadership and programming. The Director of Advancement Programs will report to the Executive Director of Advancement for Parent and Student Initiatives.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities :

• Unit goal and oversight of prospect pool :
• Develop parent philanthropy goals annually.
• Actively engage with gift officers on parent philanthropy and provide guidance on parent engagement and outreach.
• Track progress and drive accountability for parent pool visits.
• Help facilitate strategic engagement.
• Conceptualize, strategize, and oversee programs and events for Parents Council. Coordinate planning, scheduling, communicating, and executing programs as assigned. Serve as a partner to Special Events, other staff with Parents Council responsibilities, and other related departments.
• Strategize and support gift officers, either through direct one-on-one interactions or in group discussions, around best practices in preparing for prospect visits with a focus on driving philanthropic support.
• Support giving day programs directed towards parents and provide guidance to University Advancement colleagues.
• Manage member engagement and oversee development of biographies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions :

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 :

More About This Job :

Preferred Qualifications :

Grade : G15

Salary Range : $84,200.00 - $148,500.00 / 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 ones qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

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.

Benefits Statement :

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