Assistant Director for Alumni Affairs

Hofstra University • Hempstead, NY

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director for Alumni Affairs will play a key role in engaging and cultivating relationships with the university's alumni network. This position requires a proactive and organized individual with a passion for fostering connections and supporting alumni initiatives. The successful candidate will contribute to development efforts, manage volunteer programs, and enhance alumni engagement through various communication channels and events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Two to three years of experience in development, alumni affairs, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience in volunteer management and customer service.
• Experience with project coordination, marketing, and event planning.
• Knowledge of web-based services, as well as print and electronic publications.
• Experience with Raiser’s Edge and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience and knowledge of social media platforms.
• Superior written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to build authentic relationships with a culturally and racially diverse alumni network.

Responsibilities

• Engage and cultivate relationships with the alumni network.
• Support development efforts and alumni affairs initiatives.
• Manage volunteer programs and provide excellent customer service.
• Coordinate projects, marketing efforts, and event planning.
• Utilize web-based services, print, and electronic publications for communication.
• Leverage social media platforms to connect with alumni.
• Build authentic relationships with a diverse alumni network.
• Travel locally and work evenings and weekends as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level