Assistant/Associate Director of Alumni & Affinity Engagement
- Employer
- Trinity College
- Location
- Connecticut, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Closing date
- Jun 13, 2023
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- Position Type
- Programs, Managing Volunteers
- Fields
- Education
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Assistant/Associate Director of Alumni & Affinity Engagement
Department: Alumni Relations
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Hours Per Week: 40
FLSA Determination: Exempt
Weeks Per Year: 52
Open Date: 05/01/2023
Open Until Filled: Yes
Full or Part Time: Full Time
Position Summary
Trinity College seeks a staff that reflects the changing
demographics of our student body. Our student body is diverse,
representing 41 states and 70 countries, with 21 percent U.S.
students of color and 50 percent who identify as women. More than
90 percent of students live on campus. Trinity is a highly
selective, independent, nonsectarian liberal arts institution
located in the capital city of Hartford, Connecticut. With more
than 2,100 full-time undergraduate students and 91 graduate
students, the college maintains a rigorous academic profile
complemented by a vibrant and diverse co-curricular program. We
consider our location in a culturally and socioeconomically diverse
capital city to be among Trinity’s most distinctive assets, and we
cultivate strong connections with our surrounding neighbors and
with institutions and organizations throughout Hartford and the
region. As a preeminent liberal arts college in an urban setting,
Trinity College prepares students to be bold, independent thinkers
who lead transformative lives.
Reporting to the Senior Associate Director of Alumni Relations, the
primary responsibilities of the assistant/associate director will
be to increase engagement for alumni with a focus on programming
for various affinity groups, and volunteer management. This will
entail working closely with the Women’s Leadership Council,
supporting their efforts with networking, programming, and
recruitment. The position will play an integral role in our
volunteer management efforts including implementing and maintaining
a volunteer portal and web presence. The position will have a small
pool of prospects to steward and foster relationships as we grow
our volunteer pipeline. It is an integral part of our efforts to
engage our campus partners with the goal of delivering College
resources to our broader alumni body, including opportunities
within the Bantam Career Network, and more. The ideal candidate is
creative, enjoys pursuing new ideas, has a growth mindset, and can
strategize to see an idea through inception to final execution.
They must work collaboratively, be self-driven, and have the
ability to evaluate programming and make necessary adjustments to
better achieve stated goals.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- Minimum of 1-3 years of related work experience
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work well in fast-paced and stressful environments
- Good time management skills with the ability to prioritize work
- Excellent human relations/customer service skills with the ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Ability to work independently as well as with a team
- Effective communication (written and oral) skills
- Public speaking and skills to develop presentations
- Ability to evaluate information, interpret and analyze data, and develop reports
- Skill in program planning, implementation, and management
- Ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with leadership, faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders/constituencies
- Ability to uphold a professional code of ethics and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to manage change, adapt to new expectations, and learn new skills
- Ability to manage complex and multiple tasks
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applicants must apply online at https://trincoll.peopleadmin.com/postings/2974
by submitting their resume, cover letter and 3 references.
Trinity College requires proof of COVID19 vaccination and booster or an approved exemption prior to beginning employment.
Trinity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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