Director, Alumni Networks - University Advancement

About this role

Location SAINT LOUIS, MO 63105

 Scheduled Hours 37.5

Position Summary The role of Alumni and Constituent Engagement (ACE) is to build a strong and lasting connection between the university and its community, nurturing a sense of pride, belonging, and active involvement. We strive to establish a pathway that enables alumni, parents, and friends to develop a lifelong philanthropic relationship with WashU, contributing to its growth, sustainability, and continued excellence.

The Networks team works closely with our colleagues across Advancement and with alumni volunteers to create meaningful engagement opportunities through regional, shared interest and cultural, and professional industry networks.

The Director, Alumni Networks will work closely with ACE and Alumni Networks leadership to design experiences that increase engagement in assigned regions. The director will ensure alignment between the university’s priorities and the needs of alumni, parents, and friends. The director will develop programs which feature university leaders, faculty members, and distinguished alumni, as well as social, networking, and cultural activities.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversee the management of established alumni networks within assigned regions to build a strong WashU presence. Collaborate with University Advancement colleagues and colleagues across campus to develop programming that is relevant and enticing to alumni and friends. Ensure that programming meets broad University objectives and makes the most effective use of university resources.

• Manage in-person and virtual events including strategy, planning, and execution. Responsibilities include:

• • securing event space and working with external vendors

• • providing direction to administrative staff who will assist with event logistics

• • developing briefings for colleagues who will be working at the events

• • coordinating travel schedules for university leaders and faculty

• • creating follow-up plans for constituents

• • drafting remarks for volunteer leaders and providing event summaries and analysis

• • traveling frequently to lead the successful execution of in-person events and programs

• Identify, cultivate, and train volunteers. Communicate frequently with volunteers and meet with them as needed. Provide recommendations and support to volunteers who develop and implement a schedule of attractive and diverse programs aimed at engaging alumni.

• The director may manage up to two associate directors or senior associate directors, and a shared administrative assistant.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions • Normal Office Environment

Physical Effort • Typically Sitting at a desk or table

Equipment • Office Equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree Certifications /Professional Licenses : No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience: Relevant Experience (5 Years) Skills: Not Applicable Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job Preferred Qualifications • Experience in event planning, with a preference for experience planning events for higher ed, nonprofit or affinity-based groups • Experience managing highly engaged volunteers strongly preferred • Enthusiasm for the mission of Washington University, matched by a desire to reflect its excellence.

This position is located in St. Louis, MO and the targeted hiring range for this position is $75,200 - $95,000. 

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Master's degree Certifications /Professional Licenses : No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills: Communication, Computer Technology, Detail-Oriented, Donor Relations, Effective Listening, Event Management, Event Planning, Fast-Paced Environments, Financial Planning, Interpersonal Communication, Learning Quickly, Multitasking, Organizational Commitment, Prioritization, Professional Etiquette, Project Administration, Sound Judgment, Supervisory Management, Working Independently, Work Initiative

Grade G14

Salary Range $75,200.00 - $128,800.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ .

Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email   CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu   or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certificat

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