Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT

REPORTS TO: Executive Director for Board and Volunteer Management

The Office of University Advancement advances and amplifies the mission, purposes, and goals of Lawrence University through fundraising and partnerships, volunteer leadership support, strategic marketing and communications, and alumni and community engagement.

As the Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement you will be an essential member of the Alumni and Community Engagement team within the Office of University Advancement. You will be responsible for the implementation of meaningful engagement experiences for Lawrence University alumni that promote connection and community, and that build long-term philanthropic support for the institution. Your work will facilitate the planning process for class reunion committees, affinity reunion groups, regional alumni groups, and the volunteer leadership of the Lawrence University Alumni Association. You will also serve in a concierge role assisting with a wide variety of alumni campus visits all while sustaining the university’s reputation as a leading liberal arts institution.

1. Manage the day-to-day tasks of multiple alumni engagement programs and projects.

2. Work collaboratively with Alumni and Community Engagement staff to support the work of volunteer boards and advisory councils.

3. Develop and implement affinity engagement opportunities at Homecoming.

4. Provide key support for Reunion weekend, Lawrence’s largest annual alumni event, as well as other on-campus events for alumni, parents, and donors.

5. Become proficient with use of the alumni database and other digital engagement platforms.

6. Respond to special projects and other duties as assigned.

7. Some evening and weekend work is required.

The Assistant Director will work most closely with members the Advancement Office and Alumni and Community Engagement teams as well as with Lawrence University alumni volunteers. Additionally, the Assistant Director will work with faculty, students, and staff across campus and the University’s constituents— donors, parents, friends, and Fox Valley community members.

• Bachelor’s degree in related area with an appreciation for private, liberal arts, residential colleges.

• Two or more years relevant experience.

• Exceptional project management skills, including time management, with the ability to coordinate multiple programs and projects simultaneously.

• Strong organizational expertise with a high attention to detail and follow-up.

• Solution oriented with a demonstrated ability to problem-solve and apply sound judgement.

• Demonstrated success in a fast-moving, multi-stakeholder environment.

• Natural relationship builder with outgoing attitude and interest in collaborating with a wide diversity of internal and external colleagues.

• Creative approach to challenges, a willingness to learn, and a sense of humor.

• Possess exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills i.e., courteous, articulate, and confident with the ability to represent the university in a professional manner.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all aspects of job responsibilities.

1. Must have successful completion of criminal record check, driving record check (where applicable) and reference checks.

We encourage applications from individuals who will help us create a more inclusive Lawrence by: 1) further diversifying the staff; and/or 2) demonstrating experience with successful diversity-related initiatives; and 3) showing interest in developing inclusiveness to address the needs of a diverse student body. Lawrence University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds.