Associate Director, Development Communications at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida

Job Description:

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University - Boca Raton, FL, is seeking a talented and strategic Associate Director of Development Communications who serves as a primary writer and editor for the Division of Institutional Advancement, ensuring all donor stories and solicitation and stewardship materials meet the highest possible standards for editorial quality. The Associate Director will engage in the development of proposals, concept papers, impact stories and reports, campaign-related materials, and other writing that supports major gift initiatives; interview faculty, administrators, alumni, donors, students, and others, as necessary, to develop strong content and deepen the understanding of programs and priorities to develop proposals; and work to ensure, in partnership with FAU's Division of Public Affairs, a consistent brand message for Institutional Advancement, Florida Atlantic, and its colleges and units through written materials.

Summary of Responsibilities include:

• Serves as a primary writer and editor for the Division of Institutional Advancement, ensuring all solicitation and stewardship materials meet the highest possible standards for editorial quality while conveying a consistent brand message. In collaboration with the Division's leadership, development officers, deans, faculty, and staff, the Associate Director's main responsibility is to develop customized proposals for individual, corporate, and foundation donors and creative communication for internal and external stakeholders to foster awareness of the impact of giving and inspire philanthropy.


• Manages the proposal development process from inception through submission. Organizes research, conducts interviews, writes, edits, obtains necessary approvals, measures results, and adjusts as needed. Oversees routing of proposals among appropriate University constituents.


• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to write and edit content for development communications, including case statements, impact statements, summaries of research and signature programs, key messages and talking points, and other giving-related writing needs, in accordance with accepted stylistic standards, to support Advancement Communications.


• Edits solicitation and stewardship materials.


• Identifies story ideas, writes letters, donor stories, articles, and other traditional and digital communication pieces focused on the significance of philanthropy and engagement with Florida Atlantic.


• Writes and updates copy for the Institutional Advancement website and other electronic platforms focused on the impact of giving to Florida Atlantic.


• Ensures quality control of written materials for the Institutional Advancement Division.


• Communicates directly with Communications staff on project status, needs, and expected deadlines.


• Works with College development officers on developing communication tools to assist in fundraising for their college/unit.


• Provides leadership support to student interns.


• Keeps abreast of fundraising and communication best practices.


• Protects confidential information.


• Performs other job-related duties, as assigned.

FAU Benefits and Perks

• If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:


• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.


• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service


• Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php


• Sick Leave Pool Program


• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President's discretion).


• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf
  

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

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Minimum Qualifications:Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience required.




Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
Experience in advancement in higher education or K-12 education.


Experience with capital/comprehensive campaign communications.


Knowledge of development terminology and fundraising activities.


Excellent project management skills and ability to balance competing priorities, complex situations, and tight deadlines.


Superior verbal and written communication skills with knowledge of AP style.


Highly organized and detail-oriented.


Outstanding interpersonal skills to work effectively with a diverse audience of alumni, friends, faculty, staff, students, and University community partners and friends.


Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively with colleagues;


Willingness to work collaboratively as a member of the Institutional Advancement/Foundation team, and participate enthusiastically in the life of the University;


A service-oriented approach.
Salary:$75,000 - $80,000 per year.
College or Department:IA: Communications
Location:Boca Raton
Work Days and Hours:Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm; additional hours as needed.
Application Deadline: 2024-09-25
Special Instructions to Applicant: Eligible for flex scheduling at the discretion of the supervisor.


APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMODATIONS:
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