Washington University in St. Louis
Position Summary
Washington University seeks an advancement professional for the position of Stewardship Officer. University Advancement strives to advance the mission of the school by creating a culture of philanthropy among alumni, students, faculty, and friends.
This role involves managing donor recognition activities, reporting on gift impact, and fostering strong relationships between the organization and its supporters. The Stewardship Officer plays a key role in enhancing donor satisfaction and fostering long-term donor engagement.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Manage high-level stewardship efforts for key school and unit constituents:
- Support installations & lectures.
- Support stewardship programming.
- Targeted donor messaging and special reports.
- Support memorials and other special events.
- Fund administration.
Coordinate the acknowledgment process with academic leadership as appropriate:
- High-level acknowledgment work.
- Support Dean’s office and/or program director’s information needs (ARCH data pulls).
Impact reports:
- Develop high-level impact reports.
- Develop support materials and collate information for the donor relations team.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Normal office environment.
- Typically sitting at a desk.
- Travel as required on campus and assist with both on-campus and off-campus events.
- Some evening and early morning hours may be required.
Physical Effort
- Typically sitting at desk or table
- Typically standing or walking
- Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations
Equipment
- Office equipment
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
- Work Experience: Relevant Experience (2 Years)
More About This Job
Preferred Qualifications:
- Value placed on organizational loyalty, commitment, pride, integrity, mutual respect, and collegial openness.
- Development experience in a complex university environment.
- A deep appreciation for and the ability to articulate the mission and aspirations of the Washington University.
- Desire to play a meaningful role in the University community and to share in its commitment to research and education.
- Comfort working in an environment that emphasizes measurable fundraising goals.
- Ability to work with collaboratively with diverse constituencies within a complex organization.
- A strong work ethic with the capacity to work independently supported by commitment and follow through.
Preferred Qualifications
- Education: Master’s degree
- Work Experience: Fundraising With A Track Record Of Successful Solicitations Or Related (1 Year)
- Skills: Analytical Thinking, Building Trust, Confidentiality, Fundraising, High-Integrity, Interpersonal Communication, Oral Communications, Problem Solving, Project Administration, Project Leadership, Relationship Building, Relationship Management, Strategic Thinking, Work Collaboratively, Working Independently, Written Communication
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.
- 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
- 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? 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.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/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 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.
