Assistant Director of Alumni Relations, College of Health and Human Development

## Assistant Director of Alumni Relations, College of Health and Human Development Apply locations:
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** POSITION SPECIFICS
** The Assistant Director of Alumni Relations for the College of Health and Human Development plays a critical role in enhancing the engagement and connection of the University's alumni, develops and implements strategies to strengthen alumni relationships, increases participation in alumni events, promotes networking opportunities, and identifies, recruits, and manages alumni volunteers to serve on boards and committees.

As a member of the Division of Development and Alumni Relations, you can play an integral role in Penn State’s future and contribute to one of the most successful fundraising and alumni relations operations in the country.
*** For full consideration, applicants are asked to include a cover letter and resume/CV with their application.
*** This position will report to the Director of Alumni Relations and work closely with major gift officers, faculty, and staff of the College of Health and Human Development, as well as other partners across the university and alumni communities. The Assistant Director of Alumni Relations will:
* Collaborate on alumni engagement strategies, including events, communications, and outreach initiatives to foster a sense of community
* Organize and coordinate alumni events, including reunions, networking sessions, and professional development workshops
* Create and manage content for newsletters, social media, and other communication platforms to keep alumni informed and engaged; may include writing for print and online publications
* Assist in the identification, solicitation, and cultivation of students, alumni, volunteers, prospects, and donors
* Recruit alumni for participation in programs, alumni boards, and alumni committees
* Maintain and update alumni records in the database, ensuring accurate information for outreach and engagement efforts
* Participate in the strategic and long-range planning for new initiatives and programs designed to enhance alumni relations activities
* Work closely with internal teams to align alumni relations efforts with broader organizational goals
* Collect and analyze feedback from alumni to assess engagement strategies and identify opportunities for improvement
* Facilitate mentorship and networking opportunities between alumni and current students or recent graduates
* Provide professional guidance and leadership to volunteers, boards, committees, and other staff to develop and execute strategies and programs
* May plan and coordinate the nomination and selection process for various alumni association and/or scholarship awards
* Articulate Penn State’s needs, ambitions, and values through excellent informal and formal communications

The successful candidate will have:
* Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills
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