Jobs › Amherst, MA › Assistant Director of Advancement Amherst College Assistant Director of Advancement Amherst, MA Apply AMHERST Assistant Director of Advancement Communications Amherst College invites applications for the Assistant Director of Advancement Communications position. The Assistant Director of Advancement Communications is a full-time, year-round position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: \$60,000 to \$65,000. The Assistant Director of Advancement Communications plays a central role in strengthening connections between Amherst College and its alumni by developing and promoting compelling storytelling, visual media, and digital engagement. As a key member of a small, highly collaborative team, this position produces high-quality written, visual, and multimedia content that highlights alumni achievements, demonstrates the impact of Amherst, and fosters lifelong engagement with the College. Reporting to the Director of Advancement Communications, the Assistant Director manages a broad content portfolio that includes feature stories, alumni profiles, multimedia assets, event-based coverage, and digital campaigns. The role also contributes to alumni-facing social media strategy and execution, ensuring alignment with institutional messaging and close coordination with colleagues across Alumni Relations, Major Gifts, Donor Relations, and other Advancement teams. The Assistant Director may also support additional Advancement communications priorities as needed, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness to evolving strategic and project needs. The Assistant Director of Advancement Communications is a creative and thoughtful communicator who brings strong judgment, curiosity, and a collaborative approach to their work. An exceptional writer and editor, they produce polished, persuasive content with a consistent voice and impeccable attention to tone, style, and accuracy. They are a careful listener and strategic thinker who excels at shaping clear, compelling narratives and translating complex ideas into engaging, audience-centered content across a variety of platforms. Comfortable managing multiple priorities with autonomy and attention to detail, this individual approaches projects with creativity, a problem-solving instinct, and a strong sense of responsibility to the institution and its constituents. Advancement staff are expected to promote a positive, solutions-focused workplace culture through professional and constructive engagement in meetings, collaborations, and daily interactions. Advancement work also includes \"all-hands-on-deck\" events that require occasional evening and weekend participation to support key College events, including - but not limited to - Reunion and Homecoming.

Qualifications:

Bachelor\'s Degree. At least three years of experience demonstrating strong abilities in storytelling, writing, and project management in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting. Strong skills in storytelling, writing, visual communication, and project management, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging, audience-centered content. Demonstrated ability to listen actively, think strategically, and solve problems creatively to develop effective communications and engagement strategies. Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams, building productive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple priorities with a high degree of autonomy, sound judgment, and attention to detail, meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated commitment to and experience with advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in a professional setting. Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends in support of events, deadlines, and donor-related activities, as needed. Successful completion of required reference and background checks. An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check. Active Filters Assistant Director of Advancement Amherst, MA Clear All Apply