Susquehanna University Selinsgrove , PA 17870
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Position Title Director of Alumni Engagement Position Approval Date 05/06/2024 Is this position budgeted? Yes Is this position an essential position? No About Susquehanna
Susquehanna University is the future-ready institution for today, invested in cultivating intellectual grounding, active learning and global citizenship for all students. Renowned as one of the finest U.S. national liberal arts colleges, Susquehanna inspires and challenges 2,200 enterprising, bright-minded students studying the arts, business, humanities and sciences. Our students seize opportunities through exceptional worldwide internships, expert-guided research and an acclaimed study-abroad program, leading to a transformative education that empowers each graduate to realize their unique potential and lead a successful and meaningful life.
The Susquehanna River Valley with its fresh air and overall pleasant year-round climate, provides four distinct seasons amidst a backdrop of vibrant autumn foliage, occasional winter snowfalls, flower-filled springs and warm summer evenings illuminated by fireflies. Nearby outdoor recreational areas for hiking, kayaking, fishing and skiing - and the bustling cultural and commerce hubs of New York City, Washington D.C., Baltimore and Philadelphia within a three-hour drive - present abundant opportunities for learning and discovery.
Position Summary
Job Summary
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Advancement, the Director of Alumni Engagement plans and executes a comprehensive alumni engagement strategy which seeks to cultivate connections between the University and its 21,000+ alumni, increase their involvement, develops meaningful volunteer experiences, and builds community and commitment to the University. The Director supervises an Associate Director and is supported by the Alumni Relations Administrative Assistant. The Office of Alumni Relations works closely with the offices of the president, Advancement team, admissions, communications, student life, and other campus partners to advance relationships with alumni, parents, students, and donors. This position is defined as an exempt position under FLSA regulations.
Specific Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred
Experience
Minimum of five (5) years' work experience in alumni relations, customer service, marketing, public relations, or a related field preferred. A minimum of three (3) years of proven success accelerating the growth in alumni, constituent, or customer group engagement.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
The person in the position should possess a strong understanding of strategic planning for alumni relations, engagement goals and metrics, and a demonstrated record of success, and a proven track record of cultivating and facilitating relationships with and between alumni and/or equivalent experience in customer/constituent management. They should have experience with special events from concept development to implementation. They should have demonstrated success in leadership, management, supervisory skills, and a strong commitment to motivating staff of all levels. They should possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability and willingness to interact and work with a range of constituents, colleagues, and personalities, and the ability to multitask, along with the capacity to prioritize.
Additional Requirments
This position requires a valid driver's license, and the ability to drive and qualify under the university's insurance carrier when driving a university and/or leased vehicle.
Physical Demand
The position requires the employee to conduct frequent local and occasional regional travel when required and event management necessitates long stretches of dedicated time, occasionally upward of 8 hours continuously.
Preferred Qualifications
Education
Master's degree preferred
Special Instructions to the Applicant Benefits Eligible Yes Number of Months 12 months Additional Work Schedule Details? Hours per week during the academic year (39 wks) Hours per week during the summer (13 wks) Status Full-Time Benefits Eligible Posting Date 10/02/2024 Closing Date 11/02/2024 Full-Time/Part-Time Full Time Open Until Filled No Anticipated Start Date Posting Number AH01306
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