"Assistant Director I, Alumnae Relations"

Assistant Director I, Alumnae Relations

The Assistant Director, Alumnae Relations 1(AD1) supports the goals of the Alumnae Relations department which include maximizing the involvement of all Mount alumnae, increasing financial support of the University, and strengthening the linkages among alumnae, students, staff and faculty. As part of this effort, the Assistant Director (AD1) supports the planning and implementation of strategic programming, volunteer opportunities, and communication for the University's 26,000+ alumnae. The Assistant Director (AD1) will also support the department's goal of building a culture of philanthropy among the Mount community by overseeing affinity groups, reunion committees, and the Golden Grads. The Assistant Director (AD1) supports other philanthropic initiatives as assigned.

Work Location: Doheny Campus (Downtown Los Angeles). Hybrid work schedule available.

Start Date: Immediately

Applications Deadline: Open until filled

Annual Salary Rate: $75,000.00

Monthly Salary Rate: $6,250.00

Hiring salary can be above the posted pay range if candidate's qualifications are determined to be above the minimum requirements of the position description.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Manages the Black Alumnae Association, Latina Alumnae Association, MAPs, and other Alumni Affinity Networks, including volunteer leadership, program strategy, relevant programming and alignment with Alumnae Association Board of Directors and the University
2. Manages Class Ambassadors Program, including growth and volunteer stewardship, to inform both the Reunion Committees and volunteer pipelines
3. Manages Reunion Committees and Golden Grads program to optimize reunion engagement
4. Supports Regional programs in alignment with alumnae and development regional strategy and priorities
5. Collaborates with Office of Annual Giving on annual Mount Day of Giving initiative to provide strategy for optimizing alumnae participation and culture of philanthropy
6. Assists Director with developing and managing alumnae events, including an annual Volunteer Leadership Conference
7. Holds a minimum of two in-person meetings with alumnae per month
8. Perform other job-related duties, as assigned

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Excellent speaking and communications skills - this role is outward facing and represents the University
2. Ability to work evenings, weekends, and flexible schedule, as assigned
3. Some travel required

Job Requirements:

Knowledge:

• Strong working knowledge of Raiser's Edge database system, Outlook, Microsoft Office software applications
• Strong ability to coordinate multiple activities and timelines and meet deadlines

Abilities and Skills:

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced setting
• Effectively manage tasks, set priorities and creatively solve problems
• Exercise sound judgment and decision making
• Detail-oriented, flexible and proactive
• Ability to keep abreast of updates and changes within the alumni relations field
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated skill in managing multiple projects and working with members of other campus departments
• Ability to articulate the mission and values of a Mount Saint Mary's University education and forge strong working relationships with others
• Strong capacity for engaging confidence and trust among team members, colleagues and alumnae

Education:

• Bachelor's degree is required

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience working in alumnae relations, preferably in higher education