Development Writer

Development Writer

How you move is why we're here. 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.

Regular Full Time

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

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.
• 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

Competencies And Personal Characteristics

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.