Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement
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Job Location:
Elizabethtown, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
The Office of Alumni Relations at Elizabethtown College is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement to start on January 5 2026 or later. This position plays a key role in implementing initiatives that provide meaningful alumni touchpoints that foster an ever-increasing sense of loyalty toward commitment to pride in and support of Elizabethtown College (Etown) and its mission. This position supports the Director of Alumni Engagement in executing programs communications and events that connect 24000 alumni and Etown. Alumni engagement is viewed and supported as a strategic priority and this role reflects that commitment and contributes directly to advancing those priorities. The ideal candidate will be a creative relationship builder and collaborator who brings fresh ideas for engaging and communicating with alumni. As a visible ambassador of Etown the Assistant Director will represent the Office of Alumni Relations at events and programs occasionally traveling to support alumni engagement efforts. Reporting to the Director of Alumni Engagement this role contributes to initiatives aligned with Etowns strategic priorities and the Office of Alumni Relations mission. The Assistant Director will also collaborate closely with colleagues in the Institutional Advancement Division Career Development Athletics and other campus partners to deliver high impact to alumni engagement.
Physical Demands
Occasionally required to remain seated in a normal position for long periods of time Regularly required to walk about Regularly required to maintain balance while walking standing crouching or running Regularly required to reach up and out with hands and arms Regularly required to talk and hear; verbally express information or instructions Regularly required to use hands to grasp objects type pick up objects move objects or hold objects Occasionally required to stoop kneel crouch and/or crawl Regularly required to climb stairs and/or ladders Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds and carry a distance of 20 feet Occasionally required to push and/or pull up to 25 pounds a distance of 20 feet Occasionally required to stand for long periods of time
Required Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this position successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made. Education and/or Experience Bachelors degree is required; Elizabethtown College degree preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certificates Licenses and/or Registrations This position requires a valid drivers license for business travel purposes (individual must have a US drivers license for at least three years; a motor vehicle record check will be run and the incumbent must pass the Colleges MVR rating system). Other Skills Abilities and/or Training Ability to work extended hours as needed Ability to work weekends/nights as needed for campus events Ability to preserve confidentiality of information Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to work within strict deadlines Good interpersonal skills sense of humor and desire to be a team player Excellent problem-solving skills and resourcefulness Exceptional customer service skills Excellent written communication skills (i.e. business letter writing grammar etc.) Excellent oral communication skills (i.e. ability to deal effectively with others speak professionally on the phone etc.) Sense of creativity Proficient with Apple Macintosh and Microsoft Windows operating systems as well as Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency with graphic design video/audio and web design software suites strongly preferred Ability to use a multi-line phone system
Preferred Qualifications
Elizabethtown College degree and experience in higher education demonstrated accomplishment in Internet marketing/communications is preferred.
Work Schedule
Monday Friday 8:30 am 5:00 pm evenings and weekends as needed
The Office of Alumni Relations at Elizabethtown College is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement to start on January 5 2026 or later. This position plays a key role in implementing initiatives that provide meaningful alumni touchpoints that foster an ever-increasing sense of loyalty toward commitment to pride in and support of Elizabethtown College (Etown) and its mission. This position supports the Director of Alumni Engagement in executing programs communications and events that connect 24000 alumni and Etown. Alumni engagement is viewed and supported as a strategic priority and this role reflects that commitment and contributes directly to advancing those priorities. The ideal candidate will be a creative relationship builder and collaborator who brings fresh ideas for engaging and communicating with alumni. As a visible ambassador of Etown the Assistant Director will represent the Office of Alumni Relations at events and programs occasionally traveling to support alumni engagement efforts. Reporting to the Director of Alumni Engagement this role contributes to initiatives aligned with Etowns strategic priorities and the Office of Alumni Relations mission. The Assistant Director will also collaborate closely with colleagues in the Institutional Advancement Division Career Development Athletics and other campus partners to deliver high impact to alumni engagement.
Physical Demands
Occasionally required to remain seated in a normal position for long periods of time Regularly required to walk about Regularly required to maintain balance while walking standing crouching or running Regularly required to reach up and out with hands and arms Regularly required to talk and hear; verbally express information or instructions Regularly required to use hands to grasp objects type pick up objects move objects or hold objects Occasionally required to stoop kneel crouch and/or crawl Regularly required to climb stairs and/or ladders Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds and carry a distance of 20 feet Occasionally required to push and/or pull up to 25 pounds a distance of 20 feet Occasionally required to stand for long periods of time
Required Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this position successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made. Education and/or Experience Bachelors degree is required; Elizabethtown College degree preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certificates Licenses and/or Registrations This position requires a valid drivers license for business travel purposes (individual must have a US drivers license for at least three years; a motor vehicle record check will be run and the incumbent must pass the Colleges MVR rating system). Other Skills Abilities and/or Training Ability to work extended hours as needed Ability to work weekends/nights as needed for campus events Ability to preserve confidentiality of information Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to work within strict deadlines Good interpersonal skills sense of humor and desire to be a team player Excellent problem-solving skills and resourcefulness Exceptional customer service skills Excellent written communication skills (i.e. business letter writing grammar etc.) Excellent oral communication skills (i.e. ability to deal effectively with others speak professionally on the phone etc.) Sense of creativity Proficient with Apple Macintosh and Microsoft Windows operating systems as well as Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency with graphic design video/audio and web design software suites strongly preferred Ability to use a multi-line phone system
Preferred Qualifications
Elizabethtown College degree and experience in higher education demonstrated accomplishment in Internet marketing/communications is preferred.
Work Schedule
Monday Friday 8:30 am 5:00 pm evenings and weekends as needed
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
