Assistant Director of Affinity Engagement

Denison University

United States, Ohio, Granville

100 West College Street (Show on map)

Nov 05, 2024

Job Posting Information

Position Type	Administrative Staff
Classification Title	Administrative Staff
Position Title	Assistant Director of Affinity Engagement
Position Number	A00593
Pay Grade Level	AD 01
Salary
Department	Alumni and Family Engagement
Posting Number	S 121301405
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Number of Months	12
Position End Date
FTE	1.0
Work Schedule	Typically Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30pm Some weekend and evening work required Some travel required After a preliminary onboarding period, Institutional Advancement staff have the ability to work up to two days per week remotely.
Basic Function	The Assistant Director of Affinity Engagement will support and manage specific affinity-based alumni networks, events, volunteers, and communications. Affinity-based programs are focused on cohorts of alumni with a shared interest and/or experience. The Assistant Director of Affinity Engagement is a member of the Alumni Engagement Programs team and plays an important role in successfully executing the strategic priorities for alumni engagement, which is a key priority for Denison.
Essential Job Functions	Program Management In coordination with the Senior Associate Director of Affinity Engagement, implement strategic initiatives for engagement, provide proactive service, communication and responsiveness to the needs of Denison's alumni community. Partner with colleagues to foster alumni engagement synergies across Advancement and with campus partners (i.e. Annual Giving, Athletics, Student Life, etc.) Partner with affinity group volunteers to develop and execute strategies to meaningfully connect and engage alumni within each affinity group. Support the planning and execution of programs and events for the affinity groups managed by this position. Volunteer Management Responsible for nurturing and maintaining key relationships with leadership of alumni affinity groups. Guides volunteer leaders in building strong leadership teams, to ensure a volunteer pipeline for sustained success. Advises and consults with volunteer leaders, boards, and councils on a range of issues including annual programming, volunteer recruitment and retention, best practices, University policies, and event planning and communications strategies in collaboration with divisional and campus partners. Communications and Marketing Collaborate with affinity volunteers to create relevant marketing and communication materials and timelines. Partner with AFE's Marketing & Communications team and Advancement Communications to ensure consistent, relevant, and timely communications. Additional Responsibilities Assist with signature events for the division, including Big Red Weekend, Family Weekend, Commencement, Reunion, and others as determined. Perform other duties as assigned Some travel is required.
Minimum Qualifications	A bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required for this position. Minimum of 1-2 years in Alumni Engagement or similar field; experience working with volunteers.
Preferred Qualifications	Minimum 3 years in Alumni Engagement or similar field; experience managing volunteers.
Physical Demands	Ability to lift or carry up to 20 pounds.
Contact(s)	Jill Little
Contact Phone/Extension	740-587-5659
Contact Email	littlej@denison.edu
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
Denison University Background Check Statement	The final candidate will undergo a background check as a conditional offer of employment.
Denison University EEO Statement	EEO Statement Denison University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To achieve our mission as a liberal arts college, we continually strive to attract and hire candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences and identities. Denison fosters a campus community that recognizes the value of all persons regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender expression and identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background. For additional information and resources about diversity at Denison, please see our commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and antiracism ( IDEA) at Denison Forward. ADA Statement If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (740)587-6299 or by email at HR@denison.edu.