Title: Assistant Director, Alumni Engagement

Employee Classification: Asst Dir Donor Engagement

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Advancement

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Advancement

Department: UNT-Advancement - Gen-170000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $62,000.00 - $65,000.00

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The Division of University Advancement strives to transform lives and unlock potential through the power of philanthropy and engagement by awakening and stewarding pride and loyalty for the University of North Texas.

Established in 1890, the University of North Texas is a place where students transform their lives through education and opportunity. With more than 46,000 students from across the state, nation, and world, UNT offers 240 academic programs — many nationally and internationally recognized. A Tier One research university and designated a Hispanic- and Minority-Serving Institution, UNT has a legacy of excellence in education, music, the arts, business and social sciences, with growing strengths in science and engineering. Last year, students earned nearly 13,000 degrees and joined UNT's network of 480,000 alumni, fueling progress and innovation.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Director for Alumni Engagement & Outreach, The Assistant Director for Alumni Engagement is responsible for implementing a data-driven and outcome-oriented strategy to increase alumni engagement with the University of North Texas. This role focuses on strengthening connections between alumni and the university’s academic units, and to promote a culture of engagement and volunteerism among the UNT alumni base.

The Assistant Director will strategically manage initiatives that support the development of a robust pipeline of volunteers, alumni leaders and donors. Ensuring the growth and vitality of the Alumni Association.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and four years of professional experience in alumni relations, engagement, donor relations, public relations, or sales; with at least one year in a supervisory capacity; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong presentation skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations verbally and in writing.
• Accuracy and attention to detail, ability to exercise sound independent judgment in specific situations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Self-motivated.
• Detail oriented.
• Outcome driven.
• Professional working experience at a higher education institution.
• Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM experience.

Job Duties:

Collaborative Campus Partnerships:

• The Assistant Director will be charged with establishing collaborative partnerships with Colleges, Schools and Units (Admissions, Athletics, Career Services and Student Affairs, for example) for which alumni engagement is essential to their success. The Assistant Director will lead collaborative programs based on mutually beneficial engagement strategies.
• Position the Alumni Association as the centralized resource hub that coordinates and supports the engagement efforts of campus entities.
• Establish a clear organizational architecture for how the Alumni Association partners with Colleges, Schools and Units to reach alumni.
• Work with development colleagues to actively promote a culture of giving through all forms of alumni outreach, aimed at significantly elevating alumni participation.

Culture of Volunteerism:

• The Assistant Director will manage and promote a comprehensive alumni volunteer clearinghouse across campus to create a one-stop shop for alumni to seek out relevant volunteer and engagement opportunities.
• Grow the number of volunteer and engagement opportunities available to UNT alumni; manage the volunteer and engagement portal on the website.
• Identify and evaluate the efficacy of a volunteer and engagement inquiry process and improve the turnaround time for engagement.
• Incorporate opportunities for volunteerism into all signature alumni events.
• Create and institute procedures to collect volunteer and engagement data more regularly and accurately.
• Implement and socialize an Alumni Volunteer Pipeline.
• Thoughtfully engage volunteers and newest alumni through all campus commencement and other campus ceremonies.

Portfolio Management:

• Manage a portfolio of prospects leading efforts to connect with alumni and connect them with volunteer opportunities and solicit for entry-level giving.

Program Support:

• Support new initiatives of alumni engagement efforts including department reunions, milestone alumni celebrations, and other events as needed.

Event Participation:

• Managing engagement at evening and weekend events is required.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm; some evenings and weekends required.

Driving University Vehicle:

Yes

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.