College External Relations Coordinator - 530598

The University of Alabama; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa is seeking a College External Relations Coordinator to build and sustain long-term relationships with college constituents and identify partnership opportunities that advance college goals.

The role oversees advisory boards and the Ambassadors program, providing guidance, scheduling, and training. It works with the Advancement office on annual giving and supports special projects for the college.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of marketing, communications, and/or public relations experience; OR master's degree and some marketing, communications, and/or public relations experience.
• Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.
• Microsoft Office and basic financial reporting skills.
• Bachelor’s degree with 4 years development or external non-profit boards experience; or Master’s degree with 2 years development or external non-profit boards experience.
• Prior to hiring, must pass a pre-employment background investigation; equitable treatment under EEOC.

Responsibilities

• The College External Relations Coordinator builds and maintains strong, long-term relationships with the college's constituents and identifies opportunities for partnerships.
• Manages advisory and support boards within the college and coordinates the Barefield College of Arts and Sciences Ambassadors, including advising and scheduling training.
• Coordinates annual giving matters with the Advancement office and assists the Director of External Relations with special college projects.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Pay Grade/Pay Range:Minimum: $53,500 - Midpoint: $66,900 (Salaried E8)

Department/Organization:204101 - Dean's Office-Barefield College A&S

Normal Work Schedule:Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; some evenings & weekends as necessary

Job Summary:The College External Relations Coordinator builds and maintains strong, long-term relationships with the college's various constituents. Identifies and evaluates opportunities for potential partners to establish and foster relationships that further the goals of the college.

Additional Department Summary:Manages various advisory and support boards in the college. Provide guidance and oversight of membership and activities of each board. This position will also work with the Barefield College of Arts and Sciences Ambassadors, serving as an advisor and managing their schedule and training. Work with the Advancement office on annual giving matters for the college. Assists the Director of External Relations in coordinating special projects for the college.

Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of marketing, communications, and/or public relations experience; OR master's degree and some marketing, communications, and/or public relations experience.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Skills and Knowledge:Microsoft Office and basic financial reporting skills.

Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and (4) years of development or external non-profit boards experience; or Master’s degree and (2) years of development or external non-profit boards experience.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity:The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

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