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Boston College lists this Senior Associate Director, Content Strategy opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Boston College Introduction
Founded in 1863, Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university located six miles from downtown Boston with an enrollment of 9,654 full-time undergraduates and 5,072 graduate and professional students. Ranked 37 among national universities, Boston College has 923 full-time and 1,336 FTE faculty, 2,822 non-faculty employees, an operating budget of $1.4 billion, and an endowment in excess of $3.9 billion.
Job Description
Aswe enter the fourth year of the public phase of Soaring Higher: the Campaign for BostonCollege,we invite you to join our community. Driven by our mission in ways that advancethe university for years to come, priority areas for this $3B comprehensivecampaign include Financial Aid, Academics, and Student Life.
Basedon a fundamental Jesuit tenet of developing the whole person, UniversityAdvancement is large enough to benefit from many campus resources, yet smallenough to be agile and creative in supporting all associates. With an averagetenure of close to 10 years at Boston College, our 250-person centralizedorganizational structure offers a variety of roles across fundraising, alumnirelations, operations, and communications and engagement. We invest in theprofessional growth of every staff member through individual and team-basedprograms. Likewise, we aim to attract the very best, seeking team members whoare as ambitious and as committed to our team as we are. We value a culture ofdiversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging while actively promoting teammembers who contribute to the success of University Advancement.
Seebelow the current opportunity to begin (or return to!) your Boston Collegeexperience!
The seniorassociate director of content strategy is a key leader within AdvancementCommunications and Marketing (ACM), responsible for shaping and delivering acohesive, audience-centered editorial strategy that advances Boston College’sfundraising and engagement priorities. Reporting to the director of advancementcommunications and marketing, this individual oversees a team of writers and editorsand ensures that all content reflects the highest standards of quality,clarity, and brand equity.
A highly skilled writer andeditor, the senior associate director maintains a personal portfolio ofhigh‑impact assignments, ranging from donor proposals and institutionalpublications to digital storytelling and multimedia. They set and upholdeditorial standards across the team, ensuring that every piece of content ispolished, compelling, and aligned with BC’s institutional voice. This role alsocollaborates closely with colleagues across ACM, Development, Alumni Relations,and University Communications to source narratives and deliver cohesive,cross‑functional work.
Primary Duties:
Lead editorial team: Manage and develop a team of writers and editors, including project assignment, reviewing work, performance feedback, coaching growth, and ensuring adherence to deadlines as well as consistent quality and messaging across all content
Shape messaging frameworks: Contribute to the creation of messaging frameworks for University Advancement priorities
Oversee content development: Lead concepting and copy development for both broad engagement touchpoints and custom, high-impact materials including donor solicitations, publications, and multimedia assets
Drive strategic content planning: Develop strategies to maximize existing communication platforms and publications, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and audience needs
Champion audience-centered work: Ensure content is grounded in audience insight and segmentation to deliver relevant, engaging communications that build long-term trust
Apply institutional voice: Uphold BC’s style, voice, and brand standards across all segments, constituencies, and publications
Source and shape narratives: Partner with University Advancement stakeholders to identify stories that reflect business objectives while meeting editorial needs
Maintain editorial excellence: Ensure high standards of copywriting and quality control while managing multiple projects and deadlines
Build cross-functional partnerships: Collaborate across ACM and University Advancement to align priorities, share insights, and deliver cohesive, integrated communications
Applicationswill be reviewed on a rolling basis. The salary range for this position islisted below, with the final salary based on various factors, including thecandidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and internalequity considerations.
Full-TimeEquivalent Hiring Range: $104,950 to $131,200 salary commensurate with relevantexperience.
Requirements
Minimum of five years of professional writing experience, preferably in a development-related environment
Demonstrated experience managing and developing staff
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, feedback-rich environment
Innate drive and collaborative spirit
Appreciation for mission-driven institutions and commitment to advancing higher education and Boston College’s Jesuit, Catholic values
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in communication, English, journalism, or a related field preferred
Sense of humor appreciated
The office of UniversityAdvancement supports the mission of Boston College by promoting a culture ofinclusion that values each individual. Our recruiting practices support thatcommitment to build teams reflecting our community; students, alumni, parentsand friends of Boston College.
Closing Statement
Boston College offers a broad and competitive range of benefits depending on your job classification eligibility:
Tuition remission for Employees
Tuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirements
Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Low-Cost Life Insurance
Eligibility for both University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored403bRetirement Plans
Paid Holidays Annually
Generous Sickand Vacation Pay
Additional benefits can be found on
Boston College conducts pre-employment background checks as part of the hiring process.
Boston College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected category, including disability and protected veteran status. Boston College's Notice of Nondiscrimination can be viewed at
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