Assistant Director, Alumni Engagement Events
William & Mary

Position Number:

01450W

Assistant Director, Alumni Engagement Events

Full Time Operational

William & Mary

610000 University Advancement

We create the conditions for opportunity - human, financial & experiential - by garnering and stewarding the resources that advance William & Mary.

The Assistant Director reports to the Director of Alumni Engagement Events as part of the dynamic alumni engagement events team and will partner with the donor engagement team in support of the W&M Advancement mission, assisting with events and event programming to engage friends and alumni of the university, hosted by the Office of University Advancement. Working collaboratively with colleagues in University Marketing, University Advancement and across campus, the Assistant Director will assist in event management and programming, as well as marketing and messaging for events and event programming.

The successful Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement Events will be an innovator who will foster a culture of belonging that embraces all people and perspectives. This is a hybrid position based in Williamsburg, Virginia, that offers a flexible work environment.

Review the full position description with all job duties under the "Featured Job Opportunities" on the University Advancement recruitment website: https://advancement.wm.edu/come-work-with-us/open-positions/index.php

• This position may require additional hours beyond the typical workday/week to include evenings and weekends.
• Must have flexibility to travel, and ability to use one's own reliable personal transportation as required.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.

No

Exempt

No, this is a continuing E&G funded position and not term-limited

12 month - Continuing

Faculty or Staff: 12 month

• Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Experience in event planning or coordination to create comprehensive event timelines from conception through follow-up in a for-profit or nonprofit environment.
• Knowledge of event marketing through both conventional and unconventional methods.
• Outstanding interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, with the proven ability to work collaboratively as a team player as well as develop and foster communication and teamwork with a diverse audience including alumni, donors, faculty, staff, students, and the University community.
• Excellent problem solving, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities.
• Demonstrated experience with a variety of software applications, including MS Office, and a variety of databases and web-based applications.

• Knowledge of the campus, mission, and traditions of William & Mary.
• Demonstrated creativity with the ability to develop strategies for alumni or constituent engagement opportunities.
• Demonstrated skills using online event registration systems as well as experience with Blackbaud, Salesforce, or other Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.

Hybrid (works remotely at least 1 day per week but not full-time)

Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor's ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.

Up to $50,000, commensurate with experience

All hiring rates are commensurate with relevant experience up to the advertised amount considering internal alignment.

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William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none

11/04/2024

12/04/2024

Yes

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.