College Partnerships & External Relations Lead

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

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.