Alumni Engagement Student Assistant FWS 26-27

Alumni Engagement Student Assistant FWS 26-27

Job Title:

Alumni Engagement Student Assistant FWS 26-27

Student Position Type:
Federal Work Study

Appointment Type:
Regular

Work Schedule:

Flexible – hours may vary

Hiring Manager:
Lucero Rojo

Number of Vacancies: 2

University Overview:
Embark on an exciting journey with the University of La Verne, where your career aspirations come to life in a vibrant and welcoming environment. Established in 1891, our diverse and inclusive community is more than just a university—it's a home for passionate individuals like you. At the University of La Verne, we embody four core values that set us apart—Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning, and Civic and Community Engagement.

If you're fueled by these principles and are eager to make a meaningful impact, your journey begins here. With a rich history spanning 132 years, the University of La Verne boasts a global Leo Family of 89,000+ accomplished alumni. As the #1 private university in California for social mobility according to U.S. News and World Report 2024, and recently recognized as the 33rd Best U.S. College by the Wall Street Journal 2024, we take pride in our commitment to excellence in education.

Join us in shaping the future, where your passion meets purpose. Come be part of something extraordinary and apply today!

Diversity Statement:
The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff. Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities. Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.

Job Description

Summary:

The Alumni Engagement Student Assistant will play a key role in supporting the Alumni Engagement and University Advancement teams. This position works closely with alumni engagement staff to help create meaningful events, programs, and experiences that bring the University of La Verne's mission, values, and brand to life while strengthening connections between alumni, students, and the university community. The Student Assistant will provide administrative, operational, and creative support for alumni engagement initiatives, including event planning and execution, communications, marketing, data management, and project coordination.

This role assists with the development and distribution of alumni communications, creation of promotional materials, social media content, event registration processes, and tracking of program deliverables and timelines. The Student Assistant reports directly to the Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement and regularly collaborates with professional staff across University Advancement. This position also provides opportunities to interact with alumni, donors, university leadership, and other high-level stakeholders, offering valuable experience in event management, communications, nonprofit advancement, relationship building, and higher education administration.

Specific Duties:
Key responsibilities may include:
Assisting with event logistics, including registrations, guest communications, on-site support, and post-event follow-up. Maintaining accurate records and data within alumni and advancement systems. Tracking project timelines, deliverables, and event outcomes to ensure successful program implementation. Conducting research and gathering information to support alumni outreach and engagement strategies. Providing exceptional customer service to alumni, donors, volunteers, campus partners, and university stakeholders.

Assisting with special projects and other duties as assigned that support the goals of the Alumni Engagement and University Advancement teams

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED

Benefits

Summary:

Employees are eligible for the following benefits:
One hour of Paid Sick Leave for every 30 hours worked, with a maximum accrual of 24 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year…