REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Superior analytical, writing, editing, and research competencies.
- Ability to multi-task, with experience managing and tracking multiple projects with varying deadlines.
- Ability to understand a variety of perspectives, manage priorities, and decisively meet expectations.
- Experience working with different communication styles.
- Ability to convey complex ideas tailored in a clear, concise, and engaging way through in-person presentations, virtual engagements, and written communication.
- Solicits feedback regularly and accepts constructive criticism.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively with minimal supervision.
- Creates a supportive environment where diverse views can be explored.
- Ability to collaborate in a heavily team-centered environment that is often deadline-driven.
- Takes responsibility and ownership for decisions, actions and results.
- Ability to understand a variety of perspectives, manage priorities, and decisively meet expectations.
- Curiosity to expand depth and breadth of knowledge.
- Commitment to building relationships and mentoring.
- Ability to think critically, with strong interest in innovation, user experience and customer service.
- Ability to travel domestically (approximately 10% per year).
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree.
- At least three years of professional experience at an institution of higher education, non-profit/association, funding agency, and/or government-related organization.
- Knowledge of the policies and regulations of federal and private sponsoring agencies, as well as of the federal budgetary processes.
- Knowledge of funding search databases.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications.
- Experience or curiosity/interest in sponsored programs preferred.
- Grant writing and/or evaluation experience preferred.
- Knowledge of professional social media use preferred.
- Experience with survey creation and polling software preferred.
- Familiarity with website content management preferred.
- Experience planning meeting content for both in-person and virtual events preferred.
COMPENSATION, BENEFITS, AND LOCATION
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision insurance; 15 paid holidays plus additional annual leave; above market contribution to company sponsored 403(b) retirement plan; tuition assistance, on-site fitness facility, 24/7 building security, secured bike storage and more. Additionally, available underground public parking is accessible for all employees at their own expense.
This is a full-time position located at AASCU’s headquarters in Washington, D.C. AASCU staff are currently required to be in the office in a hybrid schedule of 2 days in the office and 3 days optional remote. All AASCU staff are required to be fully vaccinated including boosters as recommended by the CDC schedule. Please note during public health matters, AASCU employees will be required to follow the guidance on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, if applicable.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
- Constantly operates a computer or laptop; however, some standing and walking may be required when attending in-office meetings or events.
- The person in this position frequently communicates with team members via email, phone, or virtual meeting room and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Lift and carry a minimum of 10 lbs. occasionally.
- Occasional travel to an office/conference event.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
AASCU is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
AASCU is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives. This commitment is embodied in all Association policies and the way we do business at AASCU.