TITLE OF POSITION:

Director of Alumni Relations

DEPARTMENT:

Development and Alumni Relations

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Five years related experience working with groups and designing special events.
• Exceptional communication skills and a clear understanding of the importance of a relationship between alumni relations and the University's fundraising efforts.

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree required, master's degree preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates all aspects of the University's signature alumni events, Homecoming and Reunion Weekend.  
• Works closely with the Alumni Association Executive Board and affinity groups to build a strong network of volunteers.
• Works with volunteers to build an effective class reunion program.
• Supports a new parents’ program to engage parents in the life of the University.
• Works closely with the Assistant Director of Alumni Relations in the planning of alumni programs locally, regionally, and nationally to engage alumni.
• Provides assessment and evaluation of all alumni programs.
• Works with the Office of Public Relations and serves as the Alumni Relations liaison for the University magazine.
• Oversees all other alumni communications, including print and electronic; maintains a regular e-communications program for alumni.
• Travels and works evenings and weekends, as needed.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to James C. Garvey, VP of Development and Alumni Relations, Philadelphia University, School House Lane and Henry Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144 or to develalumni@philau.edu.

STARTING DATE:

Immediate

POSTING DATE:

May 2008