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Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

The Director of Stewardship reports to the Senior Director of Strategic Engagement within Medical Advancement and is responsible for creating printed and digital materials used to report, recognize and celebrate the major philanthropic commitments of donors to the School of Medicine and Siteman Cancer Center. The successful applicant for this role will be an experienced writer, creative thinker, team player, and innovative professional accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment.

Job Description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Reporting to each living donor, surviving family member, or other persons or entities as required by endowment gift agreements, on a regular basis regarding the use of their gift with an emphasis placed on reports for endowed professorships and scholarships. Compile impact reports and compose update letters for major gift donors giving to expendable research funds.
• Manage stewardship staff, currently including an Associate Director of Stewardship. 
• Conduct an on-going audit of all donor funds, including professorships, scholarships, lectureships, prizes, and research funds to ensure an exhaustive, accurate and ongoing record of all Medical School and Siteman Cancer Center funds. Set reporting deadlines; develop contacts with other school and university offices (budget office, financial aid, student affairs, and departments) to make accessing information more productive and efficient. 
• As necessary, research the history of each endowed gift, gather biographical information on the donor(s), and a photograph if available. Present recipients with this information about their donor, annually to scholarship recipients, and to others as they are appointed.
• Prepare a monthly report for the Assistant Vice Chancellor to enable them to track progress of stewardship activities.
• Oversee the Deanâ™s gift acknowledgment letter and tribute gift processes, managed by the Associate Director of Stewardship.
• Serve as the liaison with the Office of Financial Aid and collaborate with the Executive Director of Donor Relations in the Office of Major Gifts and Capital Projects.
• Provide content and support for medical donor and alumni relations events, as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in English, journalism, or writing.
• Five years of professional writing and/or development experience.
• Experience working in an intellectually rigorous and complex medical school environment.
• Past supervisory experience.
• Experience in a fundraising environment.
• Exceptional writer and editor.
• Ability to effectively communicate scientific and technical concepts to a general audience.
• Outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across functions and departments.
• Capability to analyze, condense, and synthesize information to provide accurate analysis and summaries.
• Flexible, able to adapt to changing circumstances and manage multiple priorities.
• Possess a genuine commitment to the advancement of science and education.
• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Office, and experience with constituent databases.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelorâ™s degree.
• Minimum of five years of related experience.

Grade

G14

Salary Range

$70,300.00 - $120,000.00 / 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.

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.

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

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

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.

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