Alumni Engagement Coordinator

Delta State University

Alumni Engagement Coordinator

Position Type: Staff

Department: Alumni Association

Posting Number: 201201216

Full or Part Time: Full Time

Tenure/Non-Tenure:

Salary Basis: 12 month

Responsibilities:
The Alumni Engagement Coordinator is a liaison with over 35,000 alumni and supports the needs and expectations of alumni, parents, students, and friends of the University through the development of programs, services, communications, events, and volunteer management. The Alumni Engagement Coordinator will engage alumni in ways that are useful and beneficial to furthering the mission of Delta State University and promote a lifelong relationship between alumni and Delta State University. The position reports to the Director of Alumni Affairs.

Alumni program development and event planning.

Membership marketing and management, strategic planning, coordinating member benefits, dues fulfillment, revenue programs, mailings.

Liaison between University and Alumni for designated events.

Collaborate with Communication and Marketing on alumni appeals and Alumni and Friends Magazine.

Shared recruiting and supervision of work-study students, volunteers.

Extensive travel required.*

Serve as an enthusiastic promoter of the history, tradition, and pride of Delta State to internal and external constituencies.

Assist the Director of Alumni Affairs in the activities of the Alumni Association National Board of Directors including Board and Committee meetings, special events, programs, and volunteer opportunities.

Build affinity and loyalty among “Young Alumni” who have graduated within the past ten years.

Forge strong alliances with University departments, faculty and staff to support and implement special programs or projects that may involve and/or benefit alumni.

Coordinate and assist with major University alumni events, including Homecoming, class and constituent group reunions, distinguished alumni awards, alumni outreach, chapter meetings, and other events.

Work with the Office of Admissions to provide assistance in an “alumni-admission” program to involve alumni in appropriate ways in recruitment of students.

Co-Advisor for the Student Alumni Association and all activities that involve the organization.

Long work hours, weekends included, and all signature events sponsored by the Alumni Association which include but not limited to Pig Pickin', Homecoming and chapter events.

Other duties as assigned.



Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required1-3 years of work experience in fast paced work environment including retail, hospitality, and service sectors. Must be well organized, computer literate and proficient with using Microsoft Office products; exceptional data entry skills; excellent oral and written communication skills.

Salary:
12 monthCommensurate with experience and qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
1-3 years of work experience in fast paced work environment including retail, hospitality, and service sectors.

Preferred Qualifications:
Must be well organized, computer literate and proficient with using Microsoft Office products; exceptional data entry skills; excellent oral and written communication skills.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Cover Letter
Resume
Unofficial transcript
Minimum of two references

Additional Information:
All applicants questions concerning the position must go through the DSU Office of Human Resources.

Open Date: 11/17/2021

Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: Click Here

Delta State University is committed to a policy of equal employment and educational opportunity. Delta State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status. This policy extends to all programs and activities supported by the University.

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