Director of Alumni Relations, College of Health & Human Development

Overview

Director of Alumni Relations to support the College of Health & Human Development. 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.

• With limited supervision, lead all aspects of the Alumni Relations program for the College of Health & Human Development
• Articulate Penn State's needs, ambitions, and values through excellent informal and formal communications
• Develop and execute 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 associations and/or scholarship awards
• May hire, supervise, train, and direct the work of assigned staff

• At least two years' experience as a manager providing regular coaching, training, and performance evaluation to full-time employees
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for all students and colleagues
• Excellent project management capabilities
• Strong organizational leadership abilities
• Demonstrated experience with alumni relations, marketing, or communications program leadership
• Experience recruiting, managing, and supporting volunteers
• A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team
• A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored

DDAR is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Bachelor's Degree; 6+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted. Required

Certifications:

None

If you believe in the power of higher education—and philanthropy—to shape the public good, you'll excel here in Penn State's Division of Development and Alumni Relations (DDAR). Our organization includes more than 500 professionals engaging a community of more than 800,000 alumni who believe in giving back. Learn more .edu and greaterpennstate.psu.edu.

Across all campuses and World Campus, our 100,000 students and 17,000 faculty and staff measure success by the impact on communities worldwide. Penn State ranks among the top universities in the world. See psu.edu/this-is-penn-state/facts-and-rankings for more.

This position is based at the University Park campus, State College, Pennsylvania. State College offers various amenities and opportunities for residents and visitors.