<p>Scheduled Hours</p> <p>37.5</p> <p>Position Summary</p> <p>Washington University seeks an advancement professional for the position of Advancement Program Officer. University Advancement strives to advance the mission of of WashU, parent engagement, and the Division of Student Affairs by creating a culture of philanthropy among alumni, students, faculty, and friends.</p> <p>The successful candidate will play a role in coordinating and executing program-based engagement and fundraising opportunities to support our organization's mission. This position requires a strong understanding of fundraising principles, excellent communication and relationship-building skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and external stakeholders.</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>Primary Duties & Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Manage the program Annual Fund by utilizing ARCH and other tools to analyze donor data, monitor fundraising progress, and generate reports for senior leadership, providing insights for fundraising decision-making. </li><li>Manage the engagement of volunteers through various committees and roles related to the following: National Council; Eliot Committees; Summer Send Offs; Parents Council </li><li>Coordinate with UA colleagues and program leadership to foster deeper engagement by organizing and executing: Speaker panels/mentor programs; Receptions (in and out of town); Book clubs; Senior class gift campaign; Sporting events and other outings; Reunion programs </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>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.</p> <p>Required Qualifications</p> <p>Education:</p> <p>Bachelor's degree</p> <p>Certifications:</p> <p>No specific certification is required for this position.</p> <p>Work Experience:</p> <p>Relevant Experience (2 Years)</p> <p>Skills:</p> <p>Not Applicable</p> <p>Driver's License:</p> <p>A driver's license is not required for this position.</p> <p>More About This Job</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Project leadership skills, with value placed on organizational loyalty, commitment, pride, integrity, mutual respect, and collegial openness. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <p>Education:</p> <p>Master's degree</p> <p>Certifications:</p> <p>No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.</p> <p>Work Experience:</p> <p>Business Development Manager, Sales Executive, Or A Related Role (1 Year)</p> <p>Skills:</p> <p>Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Confidentiality, High-Integrity, Oral Communications, Problem Solving, Project Administration, Project Leadership, Strategic Philanthropy, Strategic Thinking, Work Collaboratively, Written Communication</p> <p>Grade</p> <p>G11</p> <p>Salary Range</p> <p>Base pay is commensurate with experience.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Questions</p> <p>For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.</p> <p>Accommodation</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Pre-Employment Screening</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Benefits Statement</p> <p>Personal</p> <ul> <li> <p>Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.</p> </li><li> <p>Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.</p> </li><li> <p>Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.</p> </li><li> <p>WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.</p> </li></ul> <p>Wellness</p> <ul> <li>Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! </li></ul> <p>Family</p> <ul> <li> <p>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.</p> </li><li> <p>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.</p> </li></ul> <p>For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/</p> <p>EEO Statement</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p>