Director of Alumni Relations

Director of Alumni Relations

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the "face" of the Alumni Office by cultivating alumni relationships, with a focus on those who have given at a minimal to moderate level and/or have the capacity to give at a moderate to major gift level. The Director of Alumni Relations represents the mission of Saint Ignatius College Prep and its Jesuit Catholic values, and acts as the liaison between Saint Ignatius College Prep and its alumni and affiliated societies.

In addition, the Director provides support and direction for alumni events.

Key responsibilities include overseeing events such as the Athletic Hall of Fame Induction, Benefactors' Receptions, the Golf Outing, Reunions, and other Society gatherings. The Director establishes a network of class leaders for each graduating class year, organizes reunion committees and meetings, prepares reunion invitations and booklets, and coordinates the execution of all reunions. The Director identifies alumni prospects with potential as major gift benefactors through office-based research and networking opportunities;

provides names to the Chief Development Officer. The Director initiates, maintains, and nurtures alumni relationships through personal interaction, phone calls, committees, events, and volunteer opportunities. The Director attends a significant number of regional and campus events as a representative of the school. Travel, evening, and weekend activity is routine. The Director promotes teamwork across the Development Department, working as a true partner to match each donor's vision with the needs and mission of Saint Ignatius College Prep.

The Director reviews weekly gift reports in conjunction with the Chief Development Officer and follows up with thank-you calls and further cultivation. The Director collaborates with the Director of Communications, Chief Development Officer, and Information Technology to update Development websites as needed. The Director researches, nominates, contacts, and obtains bios of reunion awardees; cross-checks names with the Chief Development Officer and President to ensure solicitation plans are followed.

The Director represents the school at wakes and funerals of Ignatius alumni and other constituents. The Director organizes Alumni Orientation for outgoing senior class members. The Director supports all other constituent events as needed. The Director provides tours for visiting alumni and other constituents as needed. The Director plays a significant role in Saint Ignatius College Prep's participatory giving appeals and annual giving efforts by collaborating with the Director of Accounts and Information Management, Development Accounts Manager, and Chief Development Officer to plan seasonal appeals and solicitations around reunions.

The Director ensures the accuracy of alumni data, including contact details, addresses, and employment information. The Director partners with the Director of Accounts and Information Management to maintain data hygiene. The Director assists with special projects and performs other duties as directed by the Chief Development Officer.

This role strengthens lifelong connections between alumni and the school, fostering an engaged community that advances the school's Catholic mission, traditions, and future success.