Assistant Director of Advancement Communications Print Apply  Assistant Director of Advancement Communications Salary $69,000.00

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00 Annually Location Easton, MA Job Type Admin Benefit Eligible Job Number 00029 Department Advancement Communications Salaries Opening Date 08/27/2026 FLSA Exempt Bargaining Unit N/A Description Benefits Founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross in 1948, Stonehill is a private Catholic college located just 22 miles from downtown Boston on a beautiful 384-acre campus in Easton, Massachusetts. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 13:1, the College engages its 2,500+ students in 80+ rigorous academic programs in the liberal arts, sciences, and pre-professional fields. Faithful to the Holy Cross tradition in education, Stonehill College is committed to developing the moral, spiritual, intellectual, physical, and social competencies of its students and seeks to build and sustain a campus community that embraces diversity and inclusion in its teaching, learning, living, and working. Stonehill values a diversity of persons, opinions, and cultural and religious perspectives. In fulfillment of its motto, Lux et Spes ("Light and Hope"), the College cultivates in its students the competence to think, act, and lead with courage towards creating a more just and compassionate world. Description The Assistant Director of Advancement Communications is a key member of the Advancement Communications team, responsible for supporting the development and implementation of strategic communication plans that strengthen engagement with alumni, donors, parents, the campus community, and other key stakeholders. This role involves creating compelling content for a variety of channels, including print, digital, and social media, and working collaboratively across the Advancement Division and with campus partners to support and promote fundraising and alumni engagement initiatives while elevating the College's brand and advancing it mission and vision. Responsibilities Writing, Content Creation, and Strategy

• Collaborate with the Director of Advancement Communications to develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy for alumni and donor engagement.
• Collect and create compelling stories that highlight the impact of alumni connection, donor gifts, student success, and the transformative power of philanthropy.
• Write, edit, and produce high-quality content for a variety of platforms, including the monthly alumni e-newsletter, the Stonehill Alumni Magazine (print and digital editions), the alumni social media channels, websites, and email campaigns.
• This position will work as the associate editor of the Stonehill Alumni Magazine, brainstorming and researching story ideas, conducting interviews, writing stories and class notes, working with freelance writers, coordinating photography, sharing design input, proofing, and managing media releases and the approval process.
• Assist with tracking and analyzing the effectiveness of communications campaigns.
• Ensure consistent and effective messaging that aligns with Stonehill College's mission and values, while reinforcing the institution's brand identity across all Advancement Communications materials. Fundraising and Campaign Support
• Assist with the promotion of fundraising initiatives, such as campaigns, annual giving, and special giving days.
• Support the development of fundraising materials, including case statements, social media posts, profiles and stories, and digital assets. Social Media & Digital Presence
• Assist with developing strategies to engage with alumni, donors, and other key constituencies on digital platforms and increase visibility and engagement with Stonehill's Advancement efforts.
• Assist in promoting alumni/donor-focused events through email and social media channels. Collaborative Teamwork
• Work closely with colleagues in Advancement, Marketing, Communications and Media Relations to coordinate communication and ensure message alignment.
• Collaborate with campus partners to gather stories, data, and other materials that support Advancement goals. Event Coverage and Support
• Attend alumni and donor events, such as Reunion and Homecoming, to cover for recaps and social media posts and to accompany freelance photographers.
• Support events within the Advancement Division as needed; occasional weekends. Typical Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field and 3-5 years of experience in communications, marketing, or advancement, preferably in higher education or nonprofit sectors.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with an ability to craft clear, compelling, and persuasive messages for a variety of audiences and platforms.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and handle multiple deadlines.
• Experience with email marketing software, social media management, and content management systems (CMS), and knowledge of analytics tools and ability to interpret data to improve strategies.

Supplemental Information 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Skills

• Oral Communication
• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.
• Written Communication
• Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Able to read and interpret written information. Computer Skills
• Document Preparation
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Creative Suite, and Canva.
• Data Entry
• Experience with Raiser's Edge preferred. Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Service
• Manages difficult or emotional constituent situations; Responds promptly to constituent needs. Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Discretion
• Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting.
• Professionalism
• Tactfully approaches others; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Adaptability
• Adapts to changes in the work environment. Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Well-organized and flexible with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Organizational Skills
• Organizational Support
• Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports the organization's goals and values; Ability to multitask and independently prioritize competing tasks and deadlines.
• Attendance/Punctuality
• Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction.

Stonehill College offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: Medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Voluntray benefits For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit here for more information. Employer Stonehill College (MA) Address 320 Washington Street Easton, Massachusetts, 02357 Phone 508-565-1105 Website www.stonehill.edu Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email Job Opportunities Account Privacy Policy Terms Of Use Accessibility Statement Privacy Settings Copyright © 2026 Do not sell my personal information × For California residents, and to the extent NEOGOV sells your personal information as the term "sell" is defined under the California Consumer Privacy Act, you have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information by us to third parties at any time. This setting only applies to registered account holders that have opted-in for an Access Membership. If you wish to opt-out click follow these steps: Log into your Job Seeker Profile Click your name in the upper right-hand corner Select Account Settings Select the Preferences section Click the Edit button next to Access Membership Switch Toggle to off Click Save If you do not have a registered account this setting does not apply, however, you can review your right on our privacy policy . If you require further assistance, please email privacy@neogov.com × Accessibility Statement At Governmentjobs.com, Inc. d/b/a NEOGOV, we recognize the importance of making our products and services accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities, and are continually working to improve the experience for all users. Commitment to Accessibility We are committed to following best practices, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, to the extent feasible, however, we do not warrant compliance with these standards or any other accessibility standards. We are continually enhancing our platforms to ensure greater accessibility, and we actively seek out opportunities to improve accessibility features. Ongoing Enhancements Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are regularly updating our technology, services, and content to address accessibility barriers. Our team is dedicated to identifying areas for improvement and making enhancements that allow all users, regardless of their abilities, to fully engage with our services. Feedback and Assistance We value feedback from our users. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our services or have suggestions on how we can improve, please reach out to us at accessibility@neogov.com. We will make every effort to resolve any concerns and consider alternative options where possible. Thank you for choosing NEOGOV. We remain dedicated to improving accessibility and creating an inclusive experience for all.