Director Alumni Relations

Middle Georgia State University; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life Insurance

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Parental Leave

Retirement

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Middle Georgia State University is seeking a dedicated Alumni Relations Director to enhance alumni engagement and annual giving efforts. The role involves overseeing the Alumni Relations office, developing strategic programs, and fostering connections with alumni to support the university's mission.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree, experience in alumni relations or fundraising, and strong communication and leadership skills. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of fundraising principles and volunteer management.
• At least 3 years' experience in alumni relations, fundraising, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive alumni programming.
• Manage alumni records and communications.
• Collaborate with university schools for alumni programming.

Skills

Fundraising principles

Volunteer management

Collaborative skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university

Job description

About Us

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree-granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses – Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins – all located in central Georgia – and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

Job Summary

The Alumni Relations Director provides leadership for alumni relations programs and alumni annual giving functions that complement and advance the mission of the institution. This position is responsible for overall administration of the Alumni Relations office, including strategic planning, fiscal management, staffing, program development and cultivation of philanthropic support; serves as the Executive Director of the Alumni Association Board; assists the association's board of directors in strengthening the university's ties with its alumni; and is a key team member in the university advancement effort.

Responsibilities

• Alumni Engagement Duties (70%)
  • Develops and implements comprehensive alumni programming; plans and organizes alumni events, including special events, reunions, regional alumni events, student alumni relations, and career networking efforts.
  • Manages use and maintenance of alumni records and other files.
  • Responsible for cadence of alumni communications, including electronic newsletters, appeals, announcements, etc.
  • Facilitates Alumni Association board committees, meetings, attendance, minutes, records, nominations, etc.
• Alumni Fundraising Duties (15%)
  • Partners with Annual Giving leadership for the implementation and design of the alumni annual fund.
  • Collaborates with the Annual Giving leadership for the creation and mailing of alumni engagement announcements.
  • Coordinates with Major Gifts team for an alumni association board member portfolio and other alumni as indicated.
  • Develops alumni programming with university schools and departments to enhance alumni support of school/department goals.
  • Proactively looks for alumni programming funding opportunities, such as sponsorships and grants.
• Variety of Related Duties (15%)
  • Manages the Middle Georgia State University Foundation website – Alumni section.
  • Develops positive internal and external community relations within the Middle Georgia region and the universities 5 campuses.
  • Serves in leadership position within University Advancement, supporting overall department initiatives and assists with integrating alumni participation throughout.
  • Performs related duties as assigned by Vice President of University Advancement.

Required Qualifications

• Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Other Required Qualifications: Demonstrated knowledge of fundraising principles and volunteer management with the ability to manage and train volunteers.
• Required Experience: 3 years' experience in alumni relations/engagement, fundraising, volunteer management, or a related field such as enrollment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in Higher Education.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of development and fundraising program management principles.
• Knowledge of alumni services principles and practices.
• Knowledge of marketing principles and methods.
• Knowledge of volunteer management principles.
• Skill in collaborating with multiple constituents.
• Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in decision-making and problem-solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave
• Parental Leave
• Retirement
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Employment Opportunity

Middle Georgia State University is committed to ensuring a safe learning environment that supports the dignity of all members of the University community. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Middle Georgia State University. Pursuant to Board of Regents Policy Section 6.6, federal and state laws and regulations, and our vision, mission and values, Middle Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation under any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.