Assistant Director Of Alumni Relations (Associate Director Of Alumni Engagement) - Advancement

Assistant Director of Alumni Relations (Associate Director of Alumni Engagement) - Advancement

Hiring Department: Administration

Location:  Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1022953

Posting Close Date: 2/2/2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Description:

Reporting to the Senior Director of Alumni Relations, the Assistant Director of Alumni Relations' (Associate Director of Alumni Engagement) primary responsibility is to manage and support the development of a robust, comprehensive Alumni Engagement program that expands relationships, recognition, and pride for more than 30,000 alumni and learners. This position develops and promotes alumni programming over three campuses that supports the mission and the strategic goals of the University of Illinois College of Medicine. This employee is a team member in the Office of Medical Advancement.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's Degree (120 semester hours) in communications, business administration, marketing, public relations, or a closely related field.

• Three years of work experience in Alumni Relations, advancement, volunteer engagement, special events, meeting planning, social media management, or a related field.
• Exhibited ability to interact comfortably, tactfully, and effectively with alumni, donors, volunteers, and internal constituents of diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team-based organization.
• Excellent oral and written skills and strong planning and administrative skills.
• High professional and ethical standards in all matters, including the handling of confidential information.
• High degree of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook) and database management essential.
• Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours. Peak event periods require additional hours including evenings and weekends.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the onlineapplication including adding your full work history with specific details ofyour duties & responsibilities for each position held.  Fully completethe education, licensure, certification and language sections. Youmay upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts anddiplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.

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