Associate Director of Alumni Relations

Posting Number: S13528P

Working Title: Associate Director of Alumni Relations

Department: DAR-Office of Alumni Relations

About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education . The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department: Division of Development and Alumni RelationsThe Division of Development and Alumni Relations at the University of Georgia advances the goals, objectives, and priorities of the university by generating private financial support, building, and maintaining relationships with alumni and donors, and assisting students with career development opportunities.Office of Alumni RelationsThe UGA Alumni Association advances the academic excellence, interests, and traditions of Georgia's flagship university by inspiring engagement through relevant programming, enhanced connections, and effective communications.

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Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: 8:00am-5:00pm; Willing to work evenings and weekends as necessary

Advertised Salary: $59,280+ commensurate with qualifications and experience

Posting Date: 04/29/2025

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 07/01/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• This position is structured as a permanent position within the Division of Development & Alumni Relations. We are unable to sponsor a work visa for this position.

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

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Classification Title: Alumni Relations Professional

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications: Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Volunteer management experience
• Sales and marketing experience
• Communications experience
• Fundraising and nonprofit experience
• Familiarity with the university setting

Position Summary: Alumni chapters exist in multiple cities across the state, country, as well as abroad, and it is within the Office of Alumni Relations. This position reports to the Director of Alumni Relations and is responsible for implementing the strategic vision of the Office of Alumni Relations. Additionally, this position will support the Office of Alumni Relations with other programming and events as needed.

The Associate Director of Alumni Relations will identify recruit, train, and lead alumni chapter volunteers and engagement prospects. This requires regular meetings with chapter leaders and engagement prospects to assist with events planning and coordination and to train chapter leaders of the responsibilities and processes involved with volunteer alumni chapter leadership. The position requires well-developed interpersonal communication skills to effectively adapt communication style to work with volunteer leaders. Regular communication and collaboration with the Division of Development & Alumni Relations' (DAR) team members is also necessary to further promote engagement programs and events within DAR. The Associate Director will participate in planning events organized by the Office of Alumni Relations and will assist with strategic alumni outreach initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• Critical thinking, strategic planning, and ability to execute tasks at a high level.
• Experience with fundraising or advancement.
• Excellent time management and the ability to prioritize multiple competing priorities.
• Experience in volunteer management and event planning.
• Exemplary communications skills (both written and verbal).
• Commitment to outstanding customer service.
• Ability to motivate, coach, and lead groups and individuals.
• Ability to establish the trust of colleagues and build strong relationships with key faculty/staff.
• Collaborative style combined with the ability and desire to work in a team-based environment
• Creative thinker with ability to receive constructive feedback on ideas.
• Demonstrated computer competency and knowledgeable of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and social media outlets.
• Quick learner, self-starter, and can adapt to a fast paced, multi-faceted, and dynamic organization.
• Ability to articulate a proposal clearly and concisely for a new strategy or solution to a problem so that others can quickly and easily understand.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to university business and confidential donor and prospect information.
• Communicates and employs interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct.

Additional Division Expectations:

• Through open, honest, and respectful communication, all staff, supervisors, and colleagues of the Division of Development & Alumni Relations are expected to interact with fairness, compassion, and decency. All employees will be held accountable for meeting the expectation of promoting a stable, productive, and healthy work environment.
• Adherence to CASE standards and commonly accepted industry standards relating to fundraising reporting are expected of all fundraisers. All fundraisers will be held accountable for meeting this expectation.

Physical Demands:

• This position potentially has the flexibility of being home-based in Atlanta or Athens
• Work in a standard office environment
• Travel in and out of state
• Work nights and weekends as necessary
• Work using electronic mail, telephone, face-to-face discussions, paper form correspondence
• Communicate effectively in writing, speaking, and listening
• Organize and establish priorities; Remember detail; multi-task
• Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Walk, stand, stoop, lift, kneel, climb

Is driving a responsibility of this position?: Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No

Does this position require a P-Card? : No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? : No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): Yes

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