Vassar College
Assistant Director of Development Communications
Department: Alumnae/i Affairs & Development Office
Duration of Position: Full year / Full time
Position Type: Administrator
Posting Date:
Posting Removal Date: Open Until Filled
Posting Number: 1001526
About Vassar College
Located in the scenic Mid-Hudson Valley, Vassar College is a highly selective, residential, coeducational liberal arts college. Vassar is strongly committed to fostering a community that reflects the values of a liberal arts education and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion and respect for difference. Vassar College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. Vassar College is a smoke free/tobacco free campus.
Position Summary and ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Associate Vice President for Development Communications, this position provides operational, administrative and creative services support. A member of the Development Communications, Donor Relations and Web Services team, s/he provides support for creative work such as writing, designing, and production as needed, including working on appeals, direct mail pieces, donor reports, acknowledgements, solicitations, web, imagery and video as required. Collaborates with Marketing and Communications staff to develop creative content and marketing concepts within strategic, thematic, and branding frameworks.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in communications or a related field from an accredited college or university with a minimum of two-years related experience. Strong computer skills are required including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Publisher, Microsoft Excel, e-mail and internet browsers; proficiency and prior experience with Publisher, InDesign or Photoshop a plus. Comfortable and conversant with digital and social media, with an understanding of their use in philanthropic marketing, stewardship, and communications. Experience shooting and editing video also a plus. Experience in higher education a plus. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and telephone manner are essential. Interest in marketing, branding, video, design and project management a plus. Requires the ability to interact effectively with a diverse community of internal and external constituents. Successful applicants will be a team-player; have a professional, problem-solving demeanor; good judgment and discretion; demonstrated ability to work independently; strong organizational skills are vital, with the ability to effectively manage deadlines and multiple, competing priorities essential. A great sense of humor and creative spirit preferred.
Required Applicant Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Contact Information for 3 References
Optional Applicant Documents
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration applicants should apply by:
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To Apply
All applicants must apply online at: https://employment.vassar.edu.
Vassar is strongly committed to fostering a community that reflects the values of a liberal arts education and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion and respect for difference. Vassar College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged.
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