Assistant Director for for Volunteer Engagement

Department

Advancement

Job Family

Administrator

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Job Description

Position Summary

Reporting to the Senior Director of Volunteer Engagement and Reunion, the Associate Director has primary responsibility for executing the full volunteer engagement cycle for the Alumnae/i Association’s class-based engagement volunteers who have celebrated a 50th Reunion (excluding Class Notes). The cycle includes successful recruitment, orientation/training, relationship/information management, evaluation/feedback, and recognition of non-fundraising class volunteers, who number in the hundreds and span three decades of graduates. This role also spearheads the development for the lectures, panels and tours offered during Reunion weekend.

Responsibilities:

• Volunteer Engagement: Partner with the Senior Director and other Advancement colleagues to develop and execute plans that move non-fundraising class volunteers through all phases of the volunteer engagement cycle by reunion cohorts.
• Signature Programming: Work collaboratively with colleagues, volunteers, and

campus partners to plan, support and/or deliver class-based Reunions and

Mini-Reunions. Ensure that all programming is in alignment with strategic priorities

and values around community-building, access, sustainability and excellence.

• Performance Management: Set clear expectations for the Office Specialist and

manage performance accordingly.

• Relationship Building: Proactively cultivate and nurture relationships with

volunteers, colleagues and campus partners to ensure the successful completion of

annual goals and objectives.

• Copy/edit class engagement communications for all classes within the Volunteer Engagement and Reunion team.
• Metrics and Analysis: Set annual performance goals and conduct ongoing analysis of

KPIs for the Director, as requested.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Three years of progressively responsible experience in alum relations or similar

constituent relations role, ideally in a liberal arts college setting.

• Exceptional organizational, communication, and program planning skills.

Competence with CRM databases, Google Suite Applications (or similar), video

conferencing, and other standard office technologies.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends and occasionally travel.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. 

Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Advanced certification in event management or a related field.
• Experience working in a higher education or fundraising environment.
• Knowledge of trends in alumni relations, donor engagement, and nonprofit events.
• A creative and forward-thinking approach to event planning and problem-solving.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

The compensation for this position is $68,000 - $78,000 per year.

When extending an offer, Vassar College considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, budget, and other market and organizational considerations. The starting salary range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of posting.

Special Instructions to Applicants: 

To complete your application, you will be required to attach your resume and cover letter.