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Assistant Director – Schools & Colleges Engagement
DePaul University Athletics. Support the development and implementation of alumni programs and services .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in alumni engagement, event coordination, and strategic communication within higher education. Proficient in managing volunteer initiatives and building partnerships to enhance alumni relations.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Alumni Engagement ManagementEvent CoordinationStrategic CommunicationDatabase ManagementVolunteer Recruitment
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Hard Skills
Bachelor’s DegreeProject ManagementBudget PreparationData CollectionDigital Content Creation
Soft Skills
Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsSelf-MotivatedAdaptabilityRelationship Building
Tools & Technologies
Computer LiteracySocial Media PlatformsMarketing Collateral Development
Industry Keywords
Higher EducationAlumni RelationsVolunteer ManagementStakeholder EngagementAlumni Programs
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support the development and implementation of alumni programs and services
- Manage alumni engagement initiatives for an assigned portfolio of schools and colleges
- Coordinate and support alumni events
- Recruit and steward volunteers
- Develop targeted communications and outreach strategies
- Cultivate opportunities that strengthen alumni connections
- Build and maintain partnerships with stakeholders within assigned schools and colleges
- Serve as the primary Alumni Relations contact
- Connect alumni with engagement, volunteer, and philanthropic opportunities
- Represent Alumni Relations and the university to internal and external constituents
- Develop and implement targeted communications, event promotions, digital and social media content, and marketing collateral
- Prepare written reports, presentations, and other materials
- Establish strategic goals, priorities, and engagement plans
- Plan and support alumni-focused events and programs, including promotions, logistics, on-site staffing, volunteer coordination, and data collection
- Assist in creating the annual alumni relations programming budget
- Monitor income and expenses related to alumni programming
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree required with emphasis in liberal arts, communication, marketing, or related field
- Minimum 2-3 years experience
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to manage several projects simultaneously and work effectively under time constraints
- Build effective, open, and communicative relationships with internal and external constituents
- Self-motivated and adaptable to a variety of tasks
- Computer literacy
- Database management skills
- Broad understanding of higher-education issues
- Knowledge of volunteer-focused environments
- Resume and cover letter required
- Employment contingent on passing a background check
Benefits
Comp & perks- Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Retirement plan matching contribution of 8%
- Tuition waivers for employees and dependents
- Generous paid time off
- Sick time
- Holidays and floating holidays
- Full-Time Benefits