Tarleton State University Looking for Director of Alumni Engagement (# R-044307) Full Time

Director of Alumni Engagement

Stephenville, TX

Job Title

Director of Alumni
Engagement

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Division of Institutional
Advancement

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville,
Texas

Job Type

Staff

Full time

R-044307

Job Description

The Director of Alumni Engagement provides strategy and leadership to develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive
program designed to provide meaningful opportunities for volunteerism, service, personal and professional development, and events and
programs for alumni to enhance loyalty, dedication, and support for Tarleton State University.

Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as
work requirements indicate

Responsibilities:

• 40% – Provides vision, leadership, and oversight to the
  Tarleton Alumni Association, the Tarleton State University Alumni Association board of directors and its committees, and other partners and
  committees to plan and execute the vision and strategy of the University related to engagement for alumni and friends of the University.
  Engages alumni in the life of the University through consistent and positive communication using electronic, print, and social media,
  exceptional customer service, and meaningful opportunities for volunteerism, service, personal and professional development, and events and
  programs. Directly supervises the Tarleton Alumni Association team, providing management, advice, support, and guidance of day-to-day
  operations while facilitating a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those
  of other cultures or backgrounds.

• 30%. Develops, refines, and manages new initiatives and existing program which engage
  alumni, current students, and friends of the institution and build a network for success and philanthropic support. These include, but are
  not limited to:
  • An effective volunteer management system that supports the objective of engaging alumni in meaningful volunteer
    opportunities and serving as a source for alumni talent and resources for students, faculty, and staff.
  • Alumni affinity groups
    (academic, special interest, professional affiliations, etc.), identifies and cultivates volunteer leadership, develops strategies for the
    success of each group, and supports their events and activities.
  • The Student Alumni Association (SAA) to foster student
    philanthropy, student engagement, and student-alumni connections.
  • Promotional events and partnerships that raise the visibility of
    the University and the Alumni Association among constituents across the country.
  • Loyalty programs providing a benefit or service to
    alumni to cultivate volunteers and donors and generate income for alumni association programming.

• 20% Works
  in coordination with colleagues in the Office of Institutional Advancement to create opportunities for interaction among University staff,
  alumni, and potential donors and enhance the potential for giving by representing the University at various functions where there is a
  significant concentration of alumni and/or potential donors. Works with the Director of Advancement Services to ensure alumni records are
  current in order to locate and connect with them.

• 5% Remains competent and current through self-directed professional
  reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses
  as directed by the supervisor.

• 5% Contributes to the overall success of the Office of Institutional Advancement by
  working on special projects and performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the AVP of Engagement and Advancement
  Services. 

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field
  or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• At least ten (10) years of successful and progressive experience in
  communications, advancement, alumni relations, marketing, annual giving, or a comparable role that includes an acknowledged work history
  showing creative productivity is required. 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required, with public speaking skills preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills are
  required. Demonstrated ability in motivating volunteers is required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage
  with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required. Ability to work collaboratively and courteously with colleagues throughout the
  University, alumni, other constituents and the public. Ability to strategize, implement and build constituency programs and activities,
  along with a talent for motivating volunteers. Ability to work independently, combined with the skills for thriving in a team environment to
  achieve institutional goals.

• Computer literacy, particularly in word processing and using databases, is preferred.

• Social media engagement and advertising experience is preferred.

• Experience with a Division 1 institution
  preferred.

Other Requirements:

• The scope of the job frequently requires travel and attendance at
  evening and/or weekend activities, meetings, events, seminars and workshops 

All positions are security-sensitive.
Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of
credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history
check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.

About
Us

Tarleton’s Vision

Tarleton State University will be the premier
comprehensive regional university in the nation, dedicated to education, service and research. It is committed to being a university of
opportunity for all students and believes it has a responsibility to drive regional innovation and job creation for
all graduates.

About Tarleton State University

Tarleton’s innovative and transformative
approach provides more than knowledge. Through real-world experiences and effective teaching, research, scholarship and service, students
gain the know-how for promising careers, no matter their field of study.

Tarleton has evolved into the near-perfect model of size,
academic scope and affordability. Founded in 1899 and part of The Texas A&M University System since 1917, it combines the resources of a
major public institution — more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, cutting-edge academic facilities, faculty experts
— with its own brand of personal attention, history and community to be a first-choice destination for students across North Texas and
beyond.

Students can choose to study in one of seven colleges — Agricultural and Environmental, Business Administration,
Education, Graduate Studies, Health Sciences and Human Services, Liberal and Fine Arts, and Science and Technology.

The primary
campus is in Stephenville, which consistently ranks as one of the best small towns in America. Additional locations are in Fort Worth, Waco,
Midlothian and Bryan, complemented by a fully online Global Campus.

Students come to Tarleton from around the world, representing
some 30 countries and nearly every state in the U.S., and leave as moral, ethical thinkers with civility and integrity who contribute
meaningfully to a global society.

Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
If you need assistance applying for this job, please contact 254-968-9128.

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