Director, Advancement Communications
Clark University

Category:: Staff and Administrators
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Department:: UA-VP University Advancement 7205
Locations:: Worcester, MA
Posted:: Nov 4, 2024
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full-time - Exempt
Position ID:: 182748

About Clark University:

Founded in 1887, Clark was one of the first all-graduate institutions in the United States. Today the University is a highly-ranked, student-centered institution educating approximately 2,350 undergraduate and 1,150 graduate students to be imaginative and contributing citizens of the world and to advance the frontiers of knowledge and understanding through rigorous scholarship and creative effort. This commitment to scholarship and inquiry reflects the University's commitment to "challenge convention and change our world" and to address issues of critical importance to society. It is also reflected by Clark's many national and international distinctions, including recognition for its diversity and inclusion efforts, innovation, community engagement and impact, as a top green campus, and for having a distinguished geography and international development program. Clark has also been included in the groundbreaking Colleges that Change Lives guide since it was first published in 1996.

Clark is located in Worcester, Massachusetts, a dynamic, diverse city "on the rise." The second largest city in New England, Worcester is home to 11 institutions of higher learning and is increasingly recognized for its growing healthcare and biotechnology communities, its thriving cultural scene, and as a vibrant food hub.

Job Description:

The Director of Advancement Communications reports to the Executive Director, Advancement Communications, Strategic Information and is primarily responsible for managing the advancement communications and donor research functions within University Advancement. The director oversees a team of three including Communications Manager, and two researchers.

The director oversees the briefings for senior leaders, giving pages, event registration pages, and email communications with alumni and donors. They director also manages the University Advancement section of Clark's website. Responsibilities include:

• Managing a team of three members including Communications Manager, and two advancement researchers.
• Manage email communications using a shared calendar from various teams within University Advancement and the greater University. This includes the creation, testing and final sending of email communications along with the creation of event pages, giving forms and other applicable parts;
• Using these tools, this position is responsible for the production and posting of the yearly honor roll of donors.
• Collaborate with the University's web design staff in Marketing and Communications and with various members of the University Advancement team to execute new email and event designs using BBC templates, parts, forms, etc. While also serving as a point person for updates and changes to the University Advancement section of the Clark website. This position will take increased responsibility in continual learning with regard to manipulating the institutional website to achieve the goals of the University Advancement team
• Partner with University Advancement colleagues to ensure the necessary coding structure to support event and solicitation activity including appeals and other tracking
• Use Analytics or other tools to evaluate effectiveness of online activity
• Perform other tasks consistent with the job description.

Requirements:

• The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years' experience in advancement or a related setting. Background in communications preferred.
• Excellent organization, oral and written communication skills, and strong technical and analytical skills to include problem-solving and troubleshooting.
• Experience with alumni and online community management is preferred.
• Experience with managing social media platforms preferred
• Strong attention to detail and precise time management
• Proven track record for working well independently and as part of a team
• The ability to self-motivate and multi-task
• Some weekend and evening work is required during reunion weekend
• Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and use utmost discretion

Additional Information:

As of June 1, 2023 Clark University no longer requires employees or students to be vaccinated against COVID-19. However, Clark urges all community members to follow CDC guidelines for COVID-19 vaccination, which recommend that everyone stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines including booster doses. This is important for your own personal health as well as the health of our community.

At Clark University, we are dedicated to building a workplace that celebrates diversity and fosters inclusion. We believe that diversity of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds leads to a more innovative and productive work environment. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is reflected in our hiring practices, employee development programs, and campus culture. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to join our team and contribute their unique ideas to help us achieve our goals.

Clark University offers a generous benefit package for full and, if applicable, part-time employees that include; paid time off, generous retirement plan, group health and dental insurance, life insurance, and tuition, along with use of many campus amenities. For a complete list of benefits for eligible employees visit here.

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Application Instructions:

To be considered for this position, you must submit your credentials online. Create a Clark University Careers Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button below. You will be able to upload the following documents, which are required for consideration:

• Resume
• Cover letter

See the FAQ for using our online system. Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website.

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Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

A successful background check is required upon acceptance.