Associate Director of Content

Company: Colorado State University
Location: Denver
Posted on: April 22, 2025

Job Description:

Work Location: Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work
Posting Number: 202500352AP
Position Type: Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title: Prof/Indiv Contrib II
Number of Vacancies: 1
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.
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. 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.
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 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.
Required Job Qualifications

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• 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
  
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  • 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
    
    Job Duties
    Writing and Storytelling
    
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    • Serve as the lead strategist for developing alumni- and donor-centric content for Advancement digital and print communications channels.
      
    • Collaborate with UA teams, including the Alumni Association, Donor Relations and Stewardship, Events, and Annual Giving.
      
    • Research, write, and edit strategic and engaging communications for large-scale fundraising campaigns.
      
    • Travel locally to conduct interviews with donors and others.
      
    • Strategize and implement comprehensive written communications pieces for the Division.
      
      Supervision
      
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      • Conduct annual performance reviews for professional staff; hold regular meetings with team members.
        
      • 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.
        
        Project Management and Collaboration
        
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        • Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team, and internal and campus-wide partners.
          
        • Manage a diverse portfolio of writing assignments and timelines.
          
        • Serve as a University-wide resource and content development expert.
          
          Special Instructions to Applicants
          
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          • 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).
            
            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.
            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.
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