Scheduled Hours
37.5
Position Summary
The Office of Donor Relations cultivates trust and loyalty by engaging donors in the life of the university, deepening their commitment to the university’s mission, and acknowledging, recognizing, and demonstrating the impact of their gifts. Reporting to the Senior Associate Director of Gift Administration and Stewardship, this position will be responsible for writing and negotiating gift agreements, communicating policies and standards, carrying out fund administration, and sending financial reports to donors. The successful candidate will have strong analytical and project management skills, sound judgement, demonstrate a keen attention to detail, and have the ability to build effective working relationships with diverse constituencies.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Partner with Gift Accounting, Washington University Investment Management Company, vendors, and other colleagues to produce, validate, and mail financial reports on all endowed funds.
- Draft, review, and edit gift agreements and pledge forms. Seek guidance from Gift Accounting, Advancement Services, and other colleagues and campus partners as needed to accurately document gifts.
- Provide customer service for gift officers and strategy officers who need support with documenting gifts, understanding policies and standards, understanding historical gift documentation, or who have questions regarding endowments or endowment reports.
- Track endowed funds and research historical information using various databases.
- Perform other duties as assigned, which may include research projects on historic gifts, data integrity, and other support for the Gift Administration & Stewardship team or the Donor Relations team more broadly.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Normal office environment
- Travel may be required.
Physical Effort
- Typically sitting at desk or table
- Typically standing or walking
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
Certifications:
No specific certification is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Relevant Experience (2 Years)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to research, analyze, and synthesize complex information.
- Confident and collaborative, with strong interpersonal skills, and must have the capacity to develop productive relationships at all levels, establish trust, and provide thoughtful counsel.
- Proven track record of effectively working and leading in a large, complex, dynamic and sophisticated organization.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure, juggle competing priorities, manage projects, organize time and identify resources for projects.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Certifications:
No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Skills:
Computer Literacy, Confidentiality, Detail-Oriented, Development Writing, Donor Relations, Donor Reporting, Donor Stewardship, Interpersonal Interactions, Learning Quickly, Oral Communications, Organizing, Project Management, Proofreading, Prospect Research, Resourcefulness, Results-Oriented, Self Motivation, Software Program, Time Management, Written Communication
Grade
G10
Salary Range
$49,700.00 - $82,100.00 / AnnuallyThe 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.
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 emailCandidateQuestions@wustl.eduor 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 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.
