Assistant Director of Gold Alumni & Parent Engagement

The Assistant Director of Alumni & Parent Alumni Engagement is responsible for developing and implementing strategies and programs that foster connection, participation, and affinity among current parents and families, graduates of the last decade (GOLD) alumni, and students transitioning to alumni status.

Assistant Director - GOLD Alumni and Parent Engagement

Pay Status and Classification:
Exempt, Regular Full-time, In-Person. This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or visa sponsorship.

Work Location:

This position is an onsite role and is not eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Supervisor:
Director - Alumni & Parent Engagement

Position

Purpose:

The Assistant Director of Alumni & Parent Alumni Engagement is responsible for developing and implementing strategies and programs that foster connection, participation, and affinity among current parents and families, graduates of the last decade (GOLD) alumni, and students transitioning to alumni status.

Through strategic planning and execution of programs, communications, and engagement opportunities, this role helps create meaningful experiences for constituents that foster long-term relationships with the College. The Assistant Director manages parent and family engagement efforts, GOLD alumni and student-to-alumni transition programming, virtual and year-round engagement initiatives, and selected outreach activities that promote connection across key constituent groups.

This role also supports assigned reunion committee engagement efforts and acts as a backup to the Associate Director during busy event periods, helping to enhance the overall capacity of the Alumni and Parent Engagement team during major planning and execution phases.

A collaborative, relationship-focused professional, the Assistant Director works closely with campus partners, College Relations colleagues, faculty, staff, students, and volunteers to create welcoming, mission-aligned engagement opportunities. This role collaborates with Annual Giving and other College Relations teams to support long-term constituent loyalty and philanthropic engagement, while primarily responsible for developing engagement strategies rather than owning fundraising efforts.

• - Develop and implement a comprehensive parent and family engagement strategy that enhances relationships with the College and advances institutional priorities.
• - Plan, execute, and assess programs and experiences for parents and families that promote connection, participation, and lasting affinity.
• - Develop and oversee initiatives for GOLD alumni and student-to-alumni transitions that introduce emerging alumni to meaningful opportunities for lifelong engagement with the College.
• - Manage virtual programs and other year-round engagement activities designed to reach parents, GOLD alumni, and other designated groups beyond major on-campus events.
• - Create and support engagement opportunities that align with constituent interests and strengthen the bond between the College and its alumni and parent communities.
• - Assist with reunion committee engagement efforts in collaboration with the Associate Director and the broader Alumni and Parent Engagement team, including volunteer communication, outreach, and enhancing the constituent experience.
• - Provide backup support to the Associate Director during peak event times, including assistance with planning, staffing, communications, logistics, and follow-up for signature events and major weekends.
• - Collaborate with campus partners, including Student Affairs, Admissions, academic departments, and other stakeholders, to develop programs that reflect and improve the student, parent, and GOLD alumni experience.
• - Work with Advancement Communications and colleagues to craft and promote clear, effective messaging regarding parent, GOLD alumni, and year-round engagement initiatives.
• - Partner with the Office of Annual Giving and other College Relations teams to support engagement strategies that foster long-term connections and philanthropic involvement, while maintaining the primary responsibility for solicitation strategy, donor goals, and fundraising performance with Annual Giving.
• - Monitor participation, gather feedback, evaluate program outcomes, establish key performance metrics, and prepare reports to facilitate ongoing review and improvement.
• - Encourage colleagues to ensure timely post-program follow-up, including attendance documentation, constituent coding, stewardship…