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Sr. Advancement Officer- Sr. Copywriting & Editing Officer
Sr. Advancement Officer- Sr. Copywriting & Editing Officer
Job ID: 12348
Location: El Paso, TX
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: $RegTemp
About UTEP
UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.
The University of Texas at El Paso is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.
UTEP Institutional Advancement Website
About Institutional Advancement
Our team works cohesively to build strategic relationships, keep alums connected to the University, and match philanthropic goals with institutional priorities to advance, support, and sustain the University's mission. Our division relies on the constant collaboration of our departments - Advancement Services, Development, and Strategy & Engagement.
With a growing team and vastly unrealized fundraising potential, we had our third straight record-breaking year last year and are poised for continued growth and success. Maintaining that momentum, we are excited to continue implementing innovative ways to extend our reach and impact. As America's leading Hispanic-serving university, the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is dedicated to increasing access to excellent higher education and positively impacting the community we serve. In Institutional Advancement (IA), we know that our success is built on the contribution of a diverse team in its people, thoughts, and experience. Our culture of care and inclusive excellence is more than a commitment at UTEP IA-it is the foundation of all we do.
Read on to understand who we're looking for in this role, what you'll do, and the skills and experiences we're after. Please use your cover letter to tell us about your interest in UTEP and Institutional Advancement and what you hope to bring to this role.
Position Information
Hiring Department: Institutional Advancement
Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm
FLSA status: Exempt
Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.
Salary: $45,000 annually
Work Modality: Hybrid - Institutional Advancement is seeking a candidate within a commutable distance from campus.
Required Application Materials:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of three references
The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.
Purpose of Position
Summary of Position:
Who We Want
As we refine the operations of the Advancement Communications unit, we are looking for a highly collaborative individual who will be responsible for delivering engaging content that conveys the impact that UTEP has on the local community and the region.
You're a compelling wordsmith who is passionate about education, philanthropy, and making a positive impact in the community. You have a deep understanding of the fundraising function within a research university environment and can create compelling content that resonates with donors, alumni, and the campus community to support our fundraising efforts. You have a strong storytelling ability and a knack for turning complex ideas into clear and engaging narratives.
You demonstrate relentless attention to detail, a willingness to learn UTEP's brand voice and tone, and the ability to write in both journalistic and persuasive styles. In this role, you bring expertise in content marketing, video scriptwriting, and an understanding of the interplay between writing and design.
Additionally, you embody an unending commitment to positively contributing to our team culture; we all commit to making UTEP IA a great place to work. You have tenacious optimism and a goal-oriented, growth mindset, with the ability to remain flexible and develop creative solutions in pursuit of always maintaining forward momentum. You thrive in a dynamic environment, continually balancing competing priorities. You have the ability to work independently and collaboratively, supporting the success of all colleagues and prioritizing UTEP's overall goals above personal achievement.
What You'll Do
Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Advancement Communications, you'll produce compelling and engaging content for UTEP Institutional Advancement programs, including annual giving; alumni, community, and campus engagement; development; donor stewardship, and events.
You'll be charged with exploring story leads in partnership with engagement and development teams. You'll write feature articles for the IA website and university publications as well as identify and compile stats or outcomes applicable to impact reports, stewardship, and similar efforts.
You will also be responsible for producing letters of intent and/or proposals to support fundraising initiatives. This includes writing, editing, and proofreading high-end materials including marketing pieces, personalized letters, and stewardship reports. Another aspect of the role is drafting and fact-checking talking points, speeches, and other materials to support the Vice President of Institutional Advancement. Serving as a resource for IA's external messaging, you'll proofread and copyedit correspondence written by teammates.
Additionally, you'll develop materials that advance IA's culture of philanthropy and engagement. These writing assignments will require research skills, creativity, and the ability to write highly personalized communications pieces in different voices and tones for different audiences.
Essential Functions:
Performs tasks as assigned using existing procedures, practices, techniques, etc.
Coordinates donor and funding efforts, services, events, programs, etc. as assigned.
Completes standard assignments and responsibilities and makes recommendations for improvement/efficiency, resourcing, etc., as necessary.
Uses existing procedures to solve standard problems and/or correct standard, routine issues.
Assists in the development and implementation of fund-raising plans according to plan and/or with guidance.
Impacts own work team through accuracy and quality of own work.
Works within standardized functional procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet established deadlines.
Exchanges information in a straightforward manner
Develops working relationships with various teams/parties.
Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.
Complies with all State and University policies.
Other duties may be assigned; specific roles may have additional responsibilities due to the nature of the specific role/division/unit.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communication, Marketing, or related field
and
Experience: 1.5 (one and a half) - 2 (two) years of related experience in content creation, proofreading, editing, and copywriting, and training to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a non-profit organization and/or higher education fundraising setting
Experience using a content management systems (CMS)
Experience with web writing, web and email content strategy
Experience using project management platforms (we use Asana)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Advanced writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software and ability to learn and use institutional software systems
Key Performance Indicators:
Understanding how you would measure success in a role is critical to understanding if it's a good fit. At Institutional Advancement, we believe Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) contribute not only to the overall productivity of our division but also to our team engagement. Key performance indicators are just one aspect of how performance is evaluated, complemented by role-based competencies and a demonstrated commitment to positive organizational citizenship.
The Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for this role:
Additional Information
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 25 pounds.
The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.
In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.
For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.
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