Associate Director Of Content
Posted on March 13, 2025 by Colorado State University
- Fort Collins, United States of America
- $72000.0 - $80000.0
- Full Time
Position Location
Fort Collins, CO
Work Location
Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work
Research Professional Position
No
Posting Number
202500352AP
Position Type
Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title
Prof/Indiv Contrib II
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week
40
Proposed Annual Salary Range
$72,000 - $80,000
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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Desired Start Date
05/01/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on
03/30/2025
Description of Work Unit
Colorado State University University Advancement Engagement’s Marketing and Communications team. Who We Are Located in the beautiful town of Fort Collins, Colorado, CSU is a premier land-grant university with world-class programs in education, outreach, and research.
CSU has a student body of 34,000 students, 7,000 employees, 250,000 living alumni, and annual research expenditures exceeding $500 million. Within CSU, the Division of University Advancement is integral to achieving and sustaining the University’s institutional excellence through fundraising and engagement efforts. With one of the leading development teams in the country, the Division most recently reached its $1 billion campaign goal 19 months ahead of schedule.
University Advancement Engagement provides comprehensive and purposeful opportunities that support the division’s efforts to increase and amplify alumni engagement, develop a culture of philanthropy, inspire prospective and current alumni donors, and deepen the relationship between alumni and donors to CSU. Grounded in the mission and core values of University Advancement, UA Engagement incorporates the principles of excellence, purpose, gratitude, collaboration, and innovation into every aspect of our work. The UA Marketing and Communications team collaborates with central Advancement and campus partners to develop, execute, and manage alumni- and donor-centric multi-channel storytelling and promotion strategies that inspire, engage, solicit, and retain audiences while elevating the donor and alumni experience.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Managing Director of Marketing and Communications, the Associate Director of Content will collaborate with members of the Marketing and Communications, UA Engagement, Alumni Association, and University Advancement teams to develop high-impact, multi-channel (print, web, social, podcast, video) communications to reach a diverse array of audiences in support of the Division of University Advancement and Colorado State University mission. With special focus on signature alumni and donor publications, the Associate Director of Content will serve as the central editorial contact and writer for AlumLine, Around the Oval, and Gratitude, and collaborate with team members to develop, manage, and share editorial calendars and project plans with campus partners. Guided by annual work plans, this position will write, edit, and proofread strategic content across all UA communications platforms and serve as a resource in developing new ideas to engage alumni and donor audiences. Strong verbal and written communications are essential as this position will write clear and compelling content on behalf of students, donors, faculty, staff, senior leadership.
Required Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, or related field from an accredited university by the date of hire
- Minimum of 4 years’ or more writing, editing, and proofreading high-quality publications with significant visibility
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience supervising full-time professional staff and leading a team in the development and execution of complex content strategies
- Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast, dynamic environment
- Demonstrates active engagement with and supports the University’s mission, vision and values.
- Must have a valid driver’s license, the ability to obtain a driver’s license, or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date
Preferred Job Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to write and edit compelling stories for high-quality publications and large, diverse audiences
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated excellence in writing, editing, proofreading, and key tenets of journalism, including AP style
- Demonstrated ability to motivate and work effectively in a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment
- Demonstrated abilities to coordinate and manage multiple projects in a highly organized and effective manner and meet deadlines
- Demonstrates an affinity for learning new technology
- Demonstrated experience using social media and website analytics to improve content strategies
- Demonstrated expertise in working for higher education or nonprofit fundraising initiatives
- Master’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or related field
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category
Writing and Storytelling
Duty/Responsibility
- Serve as the lead strategist for developing alumni- and donor-centric content for Advancement digital and print communications channels including, but not limited to, websites, magazines, newsletters, alumni and donor profiles, video scripts, impact reports, fundraising proposals, senior leadership scripts, etc.
- This person will collaborate with UA teams, including the Alumni Association, Donor Relations and Stewardship, Events, and Annual Giving, and serve as a key participant in ongoing content development and editorial planning meetings for AlumLine (reaches appx. 140,000 alumni), Around the Oval (reaches appx.7,000 Alumni Assoc. members), and Gratitude (reaches appx. 45,000 donors) and will regularly share content and editorial plans with the division and campus partners.
- This position will also research, write, and edit strategic and engaging communications for large-scale fundraising campaigns and ongoing Advancement communications priorities.
- Travel locally to conduct interviews with donors and others.
- Strategize and implement comprehensive written communications pieces for the Division to advance its mission and goals in alignment with University branding/messaging efforts.
Percentage Of Time
60
Job Duty Category
Supervision
Duty/Responsibility
- Conduct annual performance reviews for professional staff; hold regular meetings with team members to direct work, identify areas for efficiencies and ensure deadline completion.
- Motivate team members to accomplish effective and highly collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Ensure a team environment where all employees feel valued, their ideas welcomed, and their contributions affirmed; contribute to the overall UA division culture and goals.
- Consistently work toward elevated cultural competency and leadership/supervisory tactics.
- Ensure active engagement and support of diverse individuals, opinions and perspectives, and actively engage with and support CSU’s mission, vision and values.
- Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time
20
Job Duty Category
Project Management and Collaboration
Duty/Responsibility
- Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team, and internal and campus-wide partners to ensure flawless, on-time, and high impact delivery of Advancement content and stories.
- Manage a diverse portfolio of writing assignments and timelines and leverage available metrics and KPI’s to inform content strategies.
- Serve as a University-wide resource and content development expert for alumni, fundraising, and donor relations strategies.
- Actively participate in University Advancement Engagement and Advancement Division meetings, trainings, and events that supports Division-wide priorities and initiatives.
Percentage Of Time
20
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit:
- A cover letter that demonstrates any and all of the required and preferred qualifications that they meet
- A resume
- Three professional references noting name, phone number, email address, and professional relationship (one should be a current or former supervisor).
For tips on how to craft a successful application, please review the FAQ document on our Careers site at: giving.colostate.edu/careers/current-opportunities/.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Questions regarding the position or anything else related to careers with UA may be directed to the University Advancement Talent & HR team at UA_TMHR@colostate.edu
Conditions of Employment
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Travel
Search Contact
Ray Beresford; ray.beresford@colostate.edu
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Advertised until:
April 12, 2025
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