Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Washington University seeks an advancement professional for the position of Senior Stewardship Officer, Brown School. University Advancement strives to advance the mission of the school by creating a culture of philanthropy among alumni, students, faculty, and friends.

This position requires strong relationship management skills, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of donor engagement. The Senior Stewardship Officer plays a critical role in ensuring long-term donor satisfaction and maximizing the impact of donor support.

The Philanthropic Strategy team focuses on fostering strong relationships with alumni, donors, and community partners to secure financial support for the university’s strategic priorities. Working directly with WashU’s schools and initiatives, Philanthropic Strategy team members help develop fundraising priorities, steward gifts, and develop programs that deepen donor engagement.

The Brown School has a rich tradition of excellence in social work and social policy, where passionate students, innovative faculty, and committed staff collaborate on problem-solving research and advancing interdisciplinary scholarship.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Develop and implement a comprehensive stewardship program encompassing recognition, impact reporting, and donor engagement strategies.

Manage the process for scholarship matching and stewardship:

• Facilitate gift officer, donor, and student interactions. 
• Develop student profiles. 
• Support By Name and By Story type events.
• Assist school with ARCH-related data needs.

Manage high-level stewardship efforts for key school and unit constituents, ensuring seamless execution and an exceptional donor experience:

• Support professorship installations and lectures. 
• Support stewardship programming.
• Targeted donor messaging and special reports. 
• Support memorials and other special events.

Coordinate the acknowledgment process with academic leadership as appropriate:

• High-level acknowledgment work. 
• Support Dean’s office information needs (ARCH data pulls).

Oversee the creation and delivery of impactful donor impact reports, effectively communicating the outcomes and benefits of donor support:

• Develop high-level impact reports.
• Develop support materials and collate information for the donor relations team. 

Other Functions:

• Provide strategic guidance and oversight to the stewardship team, ensuring the effective implementation of stewardship initiatives.
• Collaborate with the fundraising team to align stewardship efforts with fundraising goals and strategies.
• Research and stay informed about current trends and best practices in donor stewardship and philanthropy to inform program enhancements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and departments to gather information and project updates for donor communication and stewardship purposes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table
• Typically standing or walking
• Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations

Equipment

• Office 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 (4 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver’s License:

A driver’s license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications:

• Deep appreciation for and the ability to articulate the mission and aspirations of WashU.
• Desire to play a meaningful role in the university community and to share in its commitment to research and education.
• Comfort working in an environment that emphasizes measurable fundraising goals.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituencies within a complex organization.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Master’s degree

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

Fundraising With A Track Record Of Successful Solicitations Or Related (4 Years), Development Experience In A Complex University Environment (2 Years)

Skills:

Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Confidentiality, Developing Creative Solutions, High-Integrity, Interpersonal Communication, Oral Communications, Project Administration, Project Leadership, Relationship Building, Relationship Management, Strategic Thinking, Work Collaboratively, Working Independently, Written Communication

Grade

G13

Salary Range

$65,900.00 – $112,700.00 / Annually

The 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 email [email protected] or 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/AA 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.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse 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.

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