Director of Alumni and Community Engagement
Missouri Valley College seeks a dynamic and energetic professional to join our advancement team as the director of alumni relations and community engagement.
Position Overview:
-Plan and implement programs and projects that strategically engage alumni in strengthening programs and provide tangible benefits to alumni and current students.
-Create and maintain pathways for alumni participation that advance the goals of the College; working with the development office to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward alumni giving; and serving as a liaison between the College and Alumni Association Board.
Responsibilities:
-Work closely with the Advancement team and Alumni Association Board by arranging meetings, staffing its committees and ensuring strong and productive relationships.
-Plan, implement and promote alumni programs that support the Institute’s strategic plan as well as the goals of the Office of Advancement, including but not limited to homecoming and alumni and friend socials.
-Ensure accurate and complete alumni database records; capture contact, biographical and career information of alumni via surveys, projects (e.g. alumni directory), correspondence, website, postal returns, etc.
-Establish and build relationships with a wide range of alumni, locally, regionally, nationally and internationally; maintain regular communication with alumni via direct contact, email, alumni web pages, and print publications
-Educate graduating students about alumni benefits and engage them in programs
-Collaborate closely with development office to increase support from alumni; routinely identify and qualify alumni prospects for gifts
Oversee and balance the budget for alumni relations; within the annual program budget
Skills:
-Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close attention to detail
-Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
-Experience with Raiser’s Edge or a similar constituent database preferred
-Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed
-Bachelor’s degree
-Excellent oral and written communication skills
-Experience in event planning
-Provides support for the programming and events for community engagement including planning, registrations, marketing, and promotions
-To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the role to Dan G. Grigg, VP of Development and Alumni Relations at griggd@moval.edu.
Additional Information
As a pre-condition of employment, the applicant must be authorized to work in the United States. Employment at Missouri Valley College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Missouri Valley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other legislation which prohibits discrimination in employment and access to educational programs. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Missouri Valley College is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment and all eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.
About Missouri Valley College
Founded in 1889, Missouri Valley College is a private, four-year liberal arts college in Marshall, Missouri. Known for its dynamic and friendly educational environment, Missouri Valley College offers many opportunities to grow in mind, body, and spirit. Faculty are personally and professionally engaged in preparing thoughtful citizens for meaningful lives and careers. Grounded in the liberal arts, undergraduate and graduate studies empower students to master interdisciplinary skills needed to succeed in a knowledge-based global society. Stewardship of resources will sustain innovative teaching to stimulate critical thinking, creativity, aesthetic appreciation, and the joys of lifelong learning.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $43,349.50 - $52,205.85 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Marshall, MO 65340: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person