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The University of Vermont Foundation is searching for two (2) Alumni Relations officers who will help build dynamic engagement among alumni for our partner schools and colleges. These staff members will work with:

• The Rubenstein School of Environment & Natural Resources and College of Education & Social Services,
  or

• Athletics and College of Agriculture & Life Sciences (CALS)

The Assistant Director for Alumni Relations is responsible for strengthening and sustaining the long-term involvement of University alumni, friends, and donors in the life of the University. The specific focus of the role will be the oversight and management of partnerships between the UVM Foundation and the UVM campus, with a particular emphasis on alumni and donor engagement within partner schools. These unit-based engagement opportunities will strengthen relationships in ways that encourage alumni to give back through their time, talent, and treasure.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

70% Alumni Engagement: Work in collaboration with campus partners to identify and implement engagement opportunities that connect alumni with current and future students in ways that advance the University's and Foundation’s strategic priorities.

40% Strategic Relationship-Building

• Develop programs and coordinate initiatives that increase alumni engagement (including but not limited to: alumni volunteerism, mentorship, and philanthropy as well as student engagement);
• Establish and cultivate faculty relationships to identify and act upon alumni engagement opportunities with the school/college;
• Foster positive relationships with alumni of the school or college and increase their awareness of the college’s work.

15% Philanthropic Opportunity-Building

• Assist development partners, Deans, and faculty with identifying philanthropic priorities of the school or college;
• Support growth in the donor pipeline through collaboration on college events and initiatives that increase donor retention, acquisition, and stewardship.

15% Documentation & Record Keeping

• Document quantitative (numbers) and qualitative (stories) engagement data that has the potential to lead to further and future philanthropic engagement;
• Utilize technology and data analytics to strategically focus resources for the greatest return;
• Ensure that data and documentation is shared between the school or college and the Foundation.

25% Volunteer Management: As assigned, partner with Deans of schools to help identify, track, and engage with volunteers that serve as advisors to the Dean (currently known as School and College advisory boards).

5% Other duties as assigned.

REPORTS TO: UVM Foundation Assistant Vice President and Executive Director of Alumni Relations

EXPECTED SALARY RANGE: $55,000 – 65,000K; plus, the UVM Foundation’s progressive benefits package, which includes: a comprehensive health plan; dental, vision, and life insurance; a robust paid time off package; a 403(b) plan with immediate vesting and contributions; and tuition remission.

EFFECTIVE DATE: February 15, 2024, or a negotiated date agreed upon by both parties.

FTE: Full-Time

LOCATION: Burlington, Vermont

JOB-TYPE/HOURS: On-site. A limited hybrid arrangement may be possible, but frequent in-person presence will be required. This position will also require occasional work outside of standard business days and hours.