Director of Alumni Engagement

Mcdonogh School, Incorporated; Owings Mills (MD); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Leave

Tuition Discount

Other benefits

Résumé du poste

McDonogh School, Incorporated in Owings Mills, MD seeks a Director of Alumni Engagement to provide visionary leadership for the Alumni Engagement program and to recruit alumni for professional expertise and volunteer service. The role partners with colleagues to create pathways for alumni participation in school life and to cultivate alumni giving.

The director will design and execute programs, develop a strategic plan, leverage data to assess impact, and coordinate alumni events and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in alumni relations, development, nonprofit management, client service or related field.
• Experience with fundraising databases (Raiser’s Edge preferred).
• Must have strong computer and analytical skills; proficient with MS Office and Google suites.

Responsabilités

• Design, plan, and implement programs to engage alumni in the life of the school.
• Develop a strategic plan for alumni engagement and measure program effectiveness.
• Collaborate with the Philanthropy Team to cultivate and solicit gifts.
• Plan and oversee alumni events and manage an event calendar and budgets.
• Travel nationally and regionally to cultivate alumni and coordinate regional events.
• Oversee alumni communications, Class Notes, publications, and web/social content.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Outils

Raiser’s Edge

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Description du poste

Title: Director of Alumni EngagementStatus: 12-Month, Full-TimeDepartment: PhilanthropyReporting to: Chief Philanthropy OfficerAvailability: October 2026Compensation: $80-90KBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Leave, Tuition Discount, and other benefits offered.The Director of Alumni Engagement is responsible for providing innovative leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for the Alumni Engagement program. The Director serves as an ambassador, charged with recruiting alumni to provide professional expertise and volunteer service; collaborating with colleagues to create and maintain pathways for alumni participation in school life; partnering with co-workers to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni giving; and serving as a liaison between the Alumni Association and McDonogh’s academic and administrative leadership.Essential FunctionsDesign, plan, and implement programs and projects to engage alumni in the life of the schoolDevelop a strategic plan for alumni engagement. Leverage data and metrics to measure program effectiveness and assess the return on investment for alumni events and engagement strategiesCollaborate with Philanthropy Team to cultivate and solicit gifts for the schoolCoordinate and attend all Alumni Board and committee meetings including preparation of meeting materials and meeting logisticsAssist with planning and logistics of all Alumni Board committeesIdentify, recruit, and cultivate alumni as volunteers for event hosting and support, for features and profiles in publications, and to provide career guidance to students and fellow alumni, among other volunteer opportunitiesPlan and oversee alumni events, including but not limited to regional gatherings, Reunion Weekend, Dedication Day and moreDevelop and manage a comprehensive alumni event calendar, budget, and measurable goals. Work with the greater team to ensure all events are added to the school calendarIn partnership with the Director of Philanthropy Communications, develop strategic marketing plans for all alumni events and activitiesOversee, manage, and edit Class Notes and alumni pages of the McDonogh Magazine, content for alumni newsletters, alumni pages of the McDonogh website, and alumni social media accountsTravel nationally and regionally to visit and cultivate alumni. Plan regional alumni events and coordinate event logistics with alumni hostsOversee and manage alumni awards and ceremonies including the Distinguished Service Award, Young Alumni Award, and the Athletic Hall of Fame. Manage and schedule selection committees, prepare selection materials, notify recipients, and coordinate all aspects of the award presentation ceremonyCoordinate memorial services and award ceremonies as neededPartner with school leaders to manage the McDonogh Connect platform, including data updates and customer support for alumni seeking to join the network; work with the Philanthropy team members to develop content and engagement strategiesEngage current students in alumni programming through the Almost Alumni programWrite reports for Board of Trustees meetings and Philanthropy Committee meetings, and other leadership updatesBachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred. Must have at least 5-7 years of experience in alumni relations, development, nonprofit management, client service or related field.Additional ExperienceDemonstrated experience with fundraising databases - Raiser’s Edge preferredMust have strong computer and analytical skillsMust have working knowledge and skillset with the Microsoft Office and Google suites of productsAdditional RequirementsA commitment to the McDonogh mission and valuesAbility to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all timesAbility to thrive in a fast-paced and sophisticated fundraising environmentCommitment to continued learning (personal and team) and development on issues of Diversity, Equity, and InclusionDemonstrated respect for relationships both internal and external to the schoolExcellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skillsMust be a proactive and strategic thinkerMust be detail-oriented and able to handle multiple priorities and deadlinesMust be self-motivated and able to participate effectively in a teamStrong verbal and written communication skillsWorking ConditionsEvening and weekend hours are required. Lifting and carrying of equipment is typical, generally under 25 pounds, with occasional need to lift up to 50 pounds. Lifting up to 25 pounds. Must be willing to travel as needed to represent the School. Other working conditions include climbing stairs, walking around campus, sitting, standing, and significant computer use including extensive close use of a computer monitor.