Associate Director of Alumni Engagement (Program Director)

Western Illinois University•Macomb, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Director of Alumni Engagement assists the Director of Alumni Engagement in creating and implementing a national, comprehensive alumni relations program designed to foster lifelong relationships between Western Illinois University and its alumni. The role also assists with the management and administration of the WIU Alumni Association’s budget, facilities, policies, staff, and programming. The position is based at the Macomb Campus. The appointment is anticipated as soon as possible. The monthly wage range is $3,368–$3,704, with an anticipated starting salary of $3,368. Eligible employees may receive State of Illinois benefits administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Services, including health, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, supplemental long-term disability, and flexible spending benefits. Employees may also be eligible for supplemental retirement and deferred compensation plans, paid time off, an Employee Assistance Program, tuition waiver programs, and discounts to the local YMCA. Eligible employees are required to participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree. The degree must be from a regionally accredited degree-granting institution or an equivalent international accrediting body.
Three years of work experience in the development and management of alumni relations programs, staff, and budget, or a closely related field. A master’s degree in an area consistent with the position’s duties may substitute for one year of work experience.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without WIU sponsorship; sponsorship for work authorization is not available.
Submit an online employment application, copies of official academic transcripts, and a current resume.
Candidates must submit to a background investigation upon offer of employment; employment is contingent on compliance with University policies and procedures concerning the investigation.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of Alumni Engagement in creating and implementing a national comprehensive alumni relations program.
Help foster lifelong relationships between the University and its alumni.
Assist in managing and administering the WIU Alumni Association’s budget, facilities, policies, staff, and programming.