Director of Alumni Relations

The Director of Alumni Relations is charged with the creation and maintenance of pathways for engagement among alumni to advance the goals of Trine University; partnering with colleagues in the Advancement Office and beyond to identify, cultivate, and engage alumni ; serving as staff support to the Alumni Association Board.  This position reports to the Assistant Vice President for University Advancement.  The Director of Alumni Relations serves as a leader in the UA division, building a sense of collegiality and a sense of coordinated functions both within and beyond the UA division.

This position is full-time equivalent with evening and weekend requirements. 

• In collaboration with campus-wide colleagues, develop and implement strategic operating plans for alumni programs that support the University’s strategic plan.
• Provide leadership support and ensure that Alumni Association Board activities are aligned with and contribute to strategic operating plans for alumni programs and the overall strategic plans of the University.
• Serve as ex-officio member of the Alumni Association Board.
• Enhance meaningful relationships between Trine University and a wide-range of alumni by establishing and coordinating local, regional, and national events and programs.
• Collaborate with Communications / Marketing and Advancement Services to ensure that a systematic process exists for ongoing quality communication with alumni via direct contact, email, social media, web site, and printed publications.
• Partner with Admissions to strengthen alumni involvement in the admissions process.
• Partner with Student Life and Student Activities to build a culture of engagement with students who will become alumni; develop the growth and accessibility of career networking services for students and alumni.
• Provide guidance to alumni volunteers.
• Supervise the maintenance of alumni content areas on Trine's Webpage 
• Oversee and maintain a balanced budget for alumni.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Successful experience in alumni relations or related fields or comparable profession.
• Proven experience in program management with track record of success.
• Goal oriented with ability to provide direction, supervision, and motivation to staff and volunteers.
• Strong oral / written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to successfully manage multi-functional areas.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Strong decision-making skills, ability to work with confidential information; tact and discretion are essential.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Trine University offers a comprehensive benefit package designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Benefits offered include:

• Health – medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs, flex spending or HSA accounts
• Retirement – after one year of full-time service you are eligible for employer contribution of 5% and up to an additional 5% employer match
• Life Insurance – a variety of voluntary life options are available along with employee life insurance (1½ times annual salary)
• Education – after 6 months of full-time service education benefits are available for employee, spouse, and dependent children
• Vacation and Sick Pay – in accordance with Trine's policy

The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.