Description
How you move is why we’re here. ®
Now more than ever.
Get back to what you need and love to do.
The possibilities are endless...
Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success.
If this describes you then let’s talk!
HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.
Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.
Emp Status
Regular Full time
Work Shift
Compensation Range
The base pay scale for this position is $58,000.00 - $88,000.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.
What you will be doing
PRIMARY FUNCTION/PURPOSE:
The Development Writer is a key member of a dynamic development team for the nation’s leading orthopedics and rheumatology academic medical center. Under the direction of the Director, Stewardship and Development Communications this person will be responsible for creating written content for the Development Department, including the Principal and Major Gifts teams, Special Events, and BIKE HSS. Projects will focus on institutional and Service Line priorities related to capital, research, campaigns, and other mission-critical clinical and educational programs. The Development Writer will be a blend of storyteller, strategist, and copy editor, who can work collaboratively and under tight timelines.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Exceptional writer crafting compelling content to support individual and event fundraising that informs and engages a wide variety of audiences. This includes, but is not limited to, proposals, impact reports, cover letters, and project briefs.
- Develop and shape narratives, synthesizing input from various stakeholders and conducting research to aid in the creation of inspiring fundraising materials for donors and prospects.
- Review and edit written materials to ensure quality and consistency, and compliance with all Development and HSS guidelines.
- Help to manage the internal editorial and approval process, managing to deadlines and proactively partnering with colleagues to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
- Contribute to cultivation, engagement, and stewardship strategies as appropriate.
- Cultivate relationships within the Development Department and across the organization to support the development of key communications and stay up to date on messages to be communicated.
- Perform additional related duties as requested.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree required, with a concentration in English, journalism, or writing strongly preferred.
- A minimum of 2 years of fundraising and proposal writing in health care or related nonprofit setting; experience working in a research, academic, or healthcare organization highly desirable.
COMPETENCIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
- Collaborative team player; creative and resourceful; entrepreneurial spirit; able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performing environment; works productively with diverse constituencies.
- Ability to translate ideas and at times disparate information into cohesive copy that gets to the heart of a story.
- Responsive and organized team player with a sense of humor with the ability to give and receive feedback at various stages of the writing/creative process.
- Exceptional organizational, project, and time management skills; ability to take initiative, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and prioritize effectively.
- Superior interpersonal skills; unquestionable personal integrity; diplomatic and discreet.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Microsoft Teams, and Raiser’s Edge or other CRM. Experience with Monday.com (or similar project management software) and Luminate a plus.
- Exceptional attention to detail while acutely aware of the "big picture."
- Passion for the HSS mission.
Non-Discrimination Policy
Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.
