Official Title: Associate Development Specialist
Working Title: Pledge and Underwriting Assistant
Unit: Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR), University of Wisconsin-Extension
Appointment: Academic Staff 100% Fixed Term
Location: Madison, WI
Availability: Immediate/Best consideration deadline 10/24/13
SUMMARY: Assist On-Air Fundraising Manager with planning and execution of membership drives. Manage fundraising thank-you gifts and on-air script writing. Assist fundraising staff with data entry and assist sponsorship sales team with copy editing and client research. Reports to Director of Membership & Corporate Support .
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support and participate in on-air fund drive planning and execution: (approx. 60%)
- Work closely with the On-Air Fundraising Manager to execute 3-4 on-air pledge drives annually; provide back-up to On-Air Fundraising Manager
- Create, update, edit and schedule on-air scripts for pledge drives
- Work to constantly integrate best practices and new initiatives
- Analyze historical data and use it to make strategic fundraising plans and decisions
- Supervise Pledge Central (answer member and call center questions, forward comments to studio, trouble-shoot any problems in overall operation of the pledge operation)
- Write and send pledge drive fundraising emails.
- Direct on-air talent in the studio
- Manage member thank-you gifts, including ordering, soliciting, inventory and mailing
- Effectively engage diverse perspectives and experiences in work product and in organizational interactions, including communication and decision-making.
- Assist Membership Staff (approx.10%)
- Help with data entry of donation information, using membership database (Allegiance)
- Proof direct mail copy
- Assist with shredding, filing, scanning of batches and files as needed
- Assist Underwriting Staff (approx. 25%)
- Serve as main reviewer for on-air copy; review underwriting copy for FCC guideline compliance, timing, and flow; work with on-staff attorney and management to resolve controversial copy; maintain copy guidelines, adding new examples as they arise.
- Maintain current media kit; responsible for updated hard copies and online copies/links at wpr.org; work with graphic designers, web staff and Director of Membership & Corporate Support to compile and distribute accurate materials
- Assist sales staff with proposals or research by request
- Other duties as apparent or assigned, including, but not limited to: (approx. 5%)
- Fill in at front desk.
- Help Director of Membership & Corporate Support with various tasks related to Underwriting, Pledge, Direct Mail, Membership or Audience Services
- Maintain the standards of journalistic ethics and excellence described in Ethical Guidelines for Editorial Staff: http://www.uwex.edu/bami/ethics.cfm
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Write and proof copy for membership drives, emails and underwriting
- Establish and meet realistic deadlines
- Collaborate productively and professionally with staff, volunteers, donors and the public
- Respond to member/donor questions and calls with the highest quality customer service.
- Work non-standard schedule during and immediately before and after pledge drives.
- Lift/carry/sort material weighing 10 pounds routinely and up to 25 pounds occasionally.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree
- Two years relevant experience
- Superior oral and written communication skills
- Excellent proofreading, grammar skills
- Experience managing projects with multiple moving parts
- Highly developed collaboration skills
- Demonstrated ability to write creative, engaging scripts and copy
- Ability to remain calm and productive when unanticipated problems arise
- Ability to convey energy and excitement about pledge goals
- Attention to detail/accuracy
- Ability to provide actionable feedback to colleagues
- Demonstrated ability to effectively engage diverse perspectives and experiences in work product and in organizational interactions.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with copy editing or broadcast writing
- Experience in public broadcasting, media or communications
- Experience with relational databases
SALARY: The minimum salary for this position is $36,500. Actual pay will be dependent upon qualifications and experience. UW-Extension offers a comprehensive benefits package. A summary can be found here: http://www.uwsa.edu/hr/benefits/uben.pdf
HOW TO APPLY: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, please submit by 10/24/13 at 5:00 p. m.
Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. Please include:
- A detailed resume.
- A narrative (up to two pages) carefully detailing HOW your experience compares to the job duties, qualifications, and essential functions for this position at this organization.
- Writing sample…. Please submit writing samples that demonstrate your ability to write creative, engaging scripts and copy
- Names and contact information, including email addresses, at least for three work references, including at least one supervisory reference.
- Before you get started with the online application process, we recommend you preview the frequently asked questions (FAQs). https://helpdesk.wisc.edu/images/group61/21900/TAMFAQ_CandidateGateway.pdf
- Link for External applicants. Click on Advanced search link. Enter Job opening ID: 9296. Access FAQs by clidking on “help” link
- Link for Internal applicants (current employee of the University of Wisconsin) System. Click on Advanced search link. Enter Job opening ID: 9296
Successful candidate will be required to provide documentation of credentials. Prior to appointment to this position, a criminal records review will be conducted. UWEX complies with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act with regard to nondiscrimination on the basis of arrest and/or conviction record.
direct inquiries and Online Support Questions to:
Betsy Nelson
Wisconsin Public Radio
821 University Avenue
Madison, Wisconsin 53706
608-262-5221; betsy.nelson@wpr.org
This document can be made available in alternative formats by calling the person listed above.
Under Wisconsin Statutes, if asked, UW-Extension is required to provide a list of all nominees and applicants who have not requested, in writing, that their identities remain confidential. The identities of all finalists must be released upon request.
An offer of employment is contingent upon establishment of identity and verification of employment eligibility as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
An EEO/Affirmative Action employer, the University of Wisconsin-Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming,
