Director of Alumni Relations, Penn State Dickinson Law

Penn State University; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 61,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking an Alumni Relations and Stewardship Officer to manage alumni relations programs, recruit volunteers, and enhance marketing efforts. This role requires a bachelor’s degree and six years of experience, fostering engagement with alumni and the community.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement alumni relations and stewardship programs.
• Recruit alumni for participation in programs, boards, and committees.
• Engage in marketing and communication efforts.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

+ CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday (https://www.myworkday.com/psu/d/inst/13102!CK5mGhIKBggDEMenAhIICgYI1A0Q1...) to complete the internal application process (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSha...). Please do not apply here; apply internally through Workday.

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+ If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/sites/hr/files/Application_Process_for_External_Applications_Non-Penn_State_Employees_.pdf).

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Alumni Relations and Stewardship Officer works closely with the Development Office at Penn State Dickinson Law. The role involves overseeing and managing the alumni relations and stewardship programs, including marketing, communications, special events, and programming. The officer recruits and manages alumni volunteers for boards and committees.

• Develop and implement alumni relations and stewardship programs.
• Recruit alumni for participation in programs, boards, and committees.
• Engage in marketing and communication efforts, including writing for publications.
• Participate in strategic planning for new initiatives.
• Provide leadership to volunteers and staff.
• Collaborate with partners to enhance alumni relations and stewardship.
• Engage university partners and the community.
• Communicate objectives and responsibilities to internal and external leaders.
• Coordinate nominations and awards processes.
• Plan and manage college programs and events.
• Coordinate endowment management and serve as stewardship liaison.
• Manage volunteers; may supervise staff.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree or higher plus six years of experience, or equivalent education and experience. The position requires operating a motor vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and background checks.

The university values diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability, fostering a culture of inclusion.

The salary range is $61,800.00 - $89,600.00. For more details, see https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/compensation/staff-salary-grades-and....

This position involves access to campus security data; see https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports.

Employment requires successful background checks. Penn State is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. For accommodations, contact 814-865-1473.

Additional resources include:

• Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster
• PA State Labor Law Poster
• Affirmative Action Policy
• Penn State Policies
• Copyright Information