Director of Alumni Relations, College of Health & Human Development

Penn State University • Ferguson Township, PA

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About The Position

Penn State is currently seeking a Director of Alumni Relations to support the College of Health & Human Development. As a member of the Division of Development and Alumni Relations, you can play an integral role in Penn State’s future and contribute to one of the most successful fundraising and alumni relations operations in the country. Reporting to the Director of Development & Alumni Relations and working closely with the Dean of the College and other Academic Leaders, as well as other partners, this Director of Alumni Relations will: With limited supervision, lead all aspects of the Alumni Relations program for the College of Health & Human Development Articulate Penn State’s needs, ambitions, and values through excellent informal and formal communications; Develop and execute alumni engagement strategies, including events, communications, and outreach initiatives to foster a sense of community Organize and coordinate alumni events, including reunions, networking sessions, and professional development workshops Create and manage content for newsletters, social media, and other communication platforms to keep alumni informed and engaged; may include writing for print and on-line publications Assist in the identification, solicitation, and cultivation of students, alumni, volunteers, prospects, and donors Recruit alumni for participation in programs, alumni boards, and alumni committees Maintain and update alumni records in the database, ensuring accurate information for outreach and engagement efforts Participate in the strategic and long-range planning for new initiatives and programs designed to enhance alumni relations activities Work closely with internal teams to align alumni relations efforts with broader organizational goals Collect and analyze feedback from alumni to assess engagement strategies and identify opportunities for improvement Facilitate mentorship and networking opportunities between alumni and current students or recent graduates Provide professional guidance and leadership to volunteers, boards, committees, and other staff in order to develop and execute strategies and programs May plan and coordinate the nomination and selection process for various alumni associations and/or scholarship awards May hire, supervise, train, and direct the work of assigned staff

Requirements

• At least two years' experience as a manager providing regular coaching, training, and performance evaluation to full-time employees
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for all students and colleagues
• Excellent project management capabilities
• Strong organizational leadership abilities
• Demonstrated experience with alumni relations, marketing, or communications program leadership
• Experience recruiting, managing, and supporting volunteers
• A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team
• A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored
• Bachelor's Degree
• 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the Alumni Relations program for the College of Health & Human Development
• Articulate Penn State’s needs, ambitions, and values through excellent informal and formal communications
• Develop and execute alumni engagement strategies, including events, communications, and outreach initiatives to foster a sense of community
• Organize and coordinate alumni events, including reunions, networking sessions, and professional development workshops
• Create and manage content for newsletters, social media, and other communication platforms to keep alumni informed and engaged; may include writing for print and on-line publications
• Assist in the identification, solicitation, and cultivation of students, alumni, volunteers, prospects, and donors
• Recruit alumni for participation in programs, alumni boards, and alumni committees
• Maintain and update alumni records in the database, ensuring accurate information for outreach and engagement efforts
• Participate in the strategic and long-range planning for new initiatives and programs designed to enhance alumni relations activities
• Work closely with internal teams to align alumni relations efforts with broader organizational goals
• Collect and analyze feedback from alumni to assess engagement strategies and identify opportunities for improvement
• Facilitate mentorship and networking opportunities between alumni and current students or recent graduates
• Provide professional guidance and leadership to volunteers, boards, committees, and other staff in order to develop and execute strategies and programs
• May plan and coordinate the nomination and selection process for various alumni associations and/or scholarship awards
• May hire, supervise, train, and direct the work of assigned staff

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees